Corporate Vice President - Controllers Oversight & Governance

Location Designation:  Hybrid - 3 days per month

Corporate Vice President, Controllers Oversight & Governance

The Corporate Vice President, Controllers Oversight & Governance, provides strategic oversight and governance across Controllers and Finance and leads enterprise-wide oversight of internal control over financial reporting. The role sets direction for control governance and execution, ensuring control standards and practices comply with the NAIC Model Audit Rule (MAR) and Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX).

The Company seeks a leader with integrity who balances rigorous compliance with a forward-looking, consultative approach. Leading the Financial Controls Unit (FCU), the Corporate Vice President will oversee the maintenance of effective financial, operational, and IT controls, and partner with senior leaders to strengthen accountability, improve business processes, and embed effective controls in key initiatives and operating practices.

What You'll Do:

- Lead the NYL MAR/SOX Program governance, policies, standards and procedures; assessing regulatory changes and promoting consistent application across business units.
- Ensure timely planning and execution of the MAR/SOX Program testing and follow-up, in partnership with management and external audit to support management's assessment and attestation of internal control over financial reporting.
- Partner with senior leaders across Controllers and Finance to strengthen oversight, governance and accountability, improve business processes and drive timely resolution of audit findings.
- Oversee internal controls on major transformations, business system implementations, outsourcing, organizational changes and other strategic initiatives impacting financial reporting.
- Develop and maintain AI governance and controls to support responsible AI use in financial reporting and control processes.
- Proactively collaborate with other risk and control functions (e.g., Risk Management, IT Risk and Security, Corporate Audit, External Auditors) to improve integration of governance, risk and compliance.
- Lead the compilation and presentation of executive level documents to senior leadership.
- Lead the FCU daily operations, coaching and developing team members, with a strong focus on talent, professional development, accountability and business acumen.
- Own the FCU budget and resource strategy, including appropriate use of co-sourcing and external specialists, while maximizing risk coverage and responsible use of resources.
- Modernize the MAR/SOX Program through analytics, continuous monitoring, automation and other technology-enabled approaches that improve coverage, efficiency and insight.
- Lead the development, maintenance and delivery of strategic governance and controls training curriculum across Controllers and Finance.
- Participate in various risks and controls committees and/or working groups of the Company as assigned.

What You'll Bring:

- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, IT or a related field.
- CPA, CIA or similar professional certification.
- Minimum ten years of experience in roles with major responsibilities for oversight of and/or testing internal control over financial reporting.
- Strong knowledge of Service Organization Control reports (e.g., SOC 1/2) required.
- Strong knowledge of insurance and asset management businesses preferred.
- Big four experience strongly preferred.

Leadership & Competencies

- Strategic and technical thinking, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
- Recognized subject matter expert in financial controls and governance.
- Exercises independent judgment on complex, high-impact issues.
- Demonstrated leadership and ability to manage and supervise staff and consultants in a highly productive environment.
- Strong influencing skills with the ability to drive alignment at senior levels.
- Strong oral and written communication skills; be able to effectively communicate with various levels of management, internal stakeholders and auditors.
- High degree of integrity and accountability in financial stewardship.
- Collaborative and adaptable to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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Pay Transparency

Salary Range: $170,000-$220,000

Overtime eligible: Exempt

Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes

Sales bonus eligible: No

Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.

Company Overview

At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact.

Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities—inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you’ll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress.

As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what’s next, and your growth powers it.

Our Benefits

We provide a full package of benefits for employees – and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work. Click here to discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site .

Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities. Click here to learn more about New York Life’s leadership in this space.​

Recognized as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the  Foundation . We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life, please visit the Careers   page of www.NewYorkLife.com .

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Job Requisition ID: 95338