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Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver a customer-centric vision for ALFA and Integrate
- Influence across the organization to drive improved actuarial processes
- Advocate and build support for enhancements to actuarial processes within Integrate to improve efficiency in both time and resources
- Own prioritization decisions in partnership with technology and business leaders
- Build productive relationships with internal customers to understand, appreciate, and empathize with their objectives and priorities
- Effectively work as part of the broader Enterprise Model Team and collaborate with IT to deliver capabilities and the value alignment
- Partner with actuarial leaders to ensure the modeling processes meet product needs
- Define acceptance criteria for updates to the production model environment and exercise final authority to make go/no-go decisions
- Accountable for the execution of model governance requirements for production actuarial models in Integrate
- Manage and strengthen vendor relationships, including Milliman, to support effective use of ALFA/ Integrate and ensure vendor capabilities align with strategic business priorities.
- Participate in project planning and creation of project objectives
- Coach and develop team members, accounting for the specific requirements and responsibilities of individual roles.
Financial Director Requirements :
- Bachelor’s or master's degree in Actuarial Science or related field, plus 8+ years of actuarial work experience required
- Strong analytical and effective communication and presentation skills
- Knowledge of MG-ALFA/Integrate, including Integrate Data Management and Integrate Financial Projections, or other actuarial modeling platform
- Knowledge of Individual Life Insurance and/or Annuities
- Knowledge of spreadsheets, technical skills, or the ability to learn, is preferred
- Ability to direct the work of others and assist in their education and development
Actuary Requirements (+ those listed above):
- A Fellow of the Society of Actuaries, or global equivalent, or Enrolled Actuary
- Knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, the Actuarial Standards of Practice promulgated by the Actuarial Standards Board, and the Code of Professional Conduct of the AAA and the SoA is required
The following salary ranges reflect market-specific compensation for this position across multiple job levels. Candidates will be evaluated to determine the appropriate job level based on their skills and experience.
- Actuary/Financial Director: $141,000 - $191,000 / year
- Sr Actuary I: $157,000 - $213,000 / year
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Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Posting Window: We will accept applications for 3 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. If we choose to post the job again, we will accept additional applications for at least 1 full day following the Most Recently Posted Date. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline. Date First Posted (TTF): 7/31/2026 Latest Post Date: Careers - US: 7/31/2026
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- Develop and deliver a customer-centric vision for ALFA and Integrate
- Influence across the organization to drive improved actuarial processes
- Advocate and build support for enhancements to actuarial processes within Integrate to improve efficiency in both time and resources
- Own prioritization decisions in partnership with technology and business leaders
- Build productive relationships with internal customers to understand, appreciate, and empathize with their objectives and priorities
- Effectively work as part of the broader Enterprise Model Team and collaborate with IT to deliver capabilities and the value alignment
- Partner with actuarial leaders to ensure the modeling processes meet product needs
- Define acceptance criteria for updates to the production model environment and exercise final authority to make go/no-go decisions
- Accountable for the execution of model governance requirements for production actuarial models in Integrate
- Manage and strengthen vendor relationships, including Milliman, to support effective use of ALFA/ Integrate and ensure vendor capabilities align with strategic business priorities.
- Participate in project planning and creation of project objectives
- Coach and develop team members, accounting for the specific requirements and responsibilities of individual roles.
Financial Director Requirements :
- Bachelor’s or master's degree in Actuarial Science or related field, plus 8+ years of actuarial work experience required
- Strong analytical and effective communication and presentation skills
- Knowledge of MG-ALFA/Integrate, including Integrate Data Management and Integrate Financial Projections, or other actuarial modeling platform
- Knowledge of Individual Life Insurance and/or Annuities
- Knowledge of spreadsheets, technical skills, or the ability to learn, is preferred
- Ability to direct the work of others and assist in their education and development
Actuary Requirements (+ those listed above):
- A Fellow of the Society of Actuaries, or global equivalent, or Enrolled Actuary
- Knowledge of pertinent laws, regulations, the Actuarial Standards of Practice promulgated by the Actuarial Standards Board, and the Code of Professional Conduct of the AAA and the SoA is required
The following salary ranges reflect market-specific compensation for this position across multiple job levels. Candidates will be evaluated to determine the appropriate job level based on their skills and experience.
- Actuary/Financial Director: $141,000 - $191,000 / year
- Sr Actuary I: $157,000 - $213,000 / year
Our Actuary Culture
Work Environments
Job Level
Work Authorization/Sponsorship
Investment Code of Ethics
Experience Principal
Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Posting Window: We will accept applications for 3 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. If we choose to post the job again, we will accept additional applications for at least 1 full day following the Most Recently Posted Date. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline. Date First Posted (TTF): 7/31/2026 Latest Post Date: Careers - US: 7/31/2026
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Who's Hiring
- Alvarez & Marsal10
- Wealthbridge Financial10
- Edelman Financial Engines9
- RSM6
- Crosscountry Consulting6
Top Industries Hiring
- Education44
- Healthcare & Medical Services23
- Consulting & Professional Services19
- Accounting & Auditing15
- Technology & Software14
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in financial director jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field required
- CPA or CMA certification strongly preferred or required
- 10 or more years of progressive finance and accounting experience
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite
- Experience managing financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls frameworks
Tips for Your Financial Director Job Search
Quantify budget and team scope clearly
Hiring managers for financial director roles compare candidates by the size of budgets managed and teams led. State the dollar value of budgets you oversaw and the headcount you directed in every role, not just your job title.
Tailor your resume to the sector
Financial director responsibilities differ sharply between a hospital system, a private equity portfolio company, and a tech startup. Reframe your resume around the accounting standards, reporting cycles, and board or investor exposure most relevant to each target industry.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists financial director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings that match your ERP experience
Most financial director job postings name a specific ERP platform such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite. Filter your search to roles that list the system you know best, since switching platforms mid-search adds friction to every interview conversation.
Prepare a board-ready financial narrative
Interviewers at the director level will ask you to walk through a financial story you have told to executives or a board. Rehearse a concise version that covers the business problem, the data you used, and the decision it drove, before your first phone screen.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base
Financial director offers frequently include annual bonus targets, long-term incentive plans, and deferred compensation. Review the full structure before responding to any offer and ask the recruiter to clarify vesting schedules and performance metrics tied to variable pay.
Financial Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most financial directors?
The companies hiring the most financial directors right now include Alvarez & Marsal, Wealthbridge Financial, and Edelman Financial Engines, with the largest share of openings in New York, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Healthcare systems, private equity-backed companies, and large manufacturers consistently post the highest volume of financial director openings year-round.
How many financial director jobs are remote?
About 62% of financial director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting a shift toward flexible arrangements at the senior finance level. FP&A and corporate finance roles tend to have the highest remote availability, while operational finance and controller-track positions most often require on-site presence.
How do you become a financial director?
Most financial directors start with a degree in accounting or finance, pass the CPA or CMA exam early in their career, and then build experience across financial reporting, budgeting, and team management in progressively senior roles. Moving from controller or senior finance manager to director typically requires demonstrating business partnership skills alongside technical accounting depth, often with exposure to board or executive reporting.
Can you get a financial director job without direct director experience?
Yes, candidates who have served as a controller, VP of Finance, or senior finance manager often move into a financial director title without having held the exact title before. What matters most is evidence of owning a full finance function, managing a team, and presenting financial results to senior leadership. Smaller companies and private equity-backed businesses are the most likely to make this jump with you.
What does the financial director interview process look like?
Financial director interviews typically run three to five rounds and include a recruiter screen, a technical accounting or modeling assessment, and separate conversations with the CFO, CEO, and sometimes a board member or audit committee chair. Expect at least one case discussion where you walk through a financial analysis or business decision, and a culture or leadership conversation focused on how you develop and manage your team.
Where can I find and apply to financial director jobs?
You can find and apply to financial director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from companies across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background in industry, company size, and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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