Assistant Controller

Job Summary

Responsibilities

• Lead technical accounting research and application, ensuring compliance with US GAAP and regulatory standards.
• Provide analytical support to members of the finance organization in conjunction with the preparation of monthly financial reporting package.
• Support financial close processes and the preparation of financial statements and disclosures related to technical accounting matters.
• Develop, maintain, and update accounting policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with evolving standards and business needs.
• Document and monitor internal controls related to financial reporting, identifying gaps and driving improvements.
• Oversee reinsurance accounting processes, including reserving in collaboration with actuarial team, and carrier receivables and payables in collaboration with fronting carrier contacts.
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of reinsurance transactions, including premiums, claims, ceding commissions and other related items.
• Manage relationships with external tax compliance providers, coordinating timely and accurate tax filings, and addressing tax accounting issues.
• Partner with external auditors during audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Auxiliary in new client/program implementations and other process improvement initiatives.
• Drive continuous process improvements and efficiencies within accounting and finance functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree, Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent strongly preferred
• Big 4 or national accounting firm experience preferred
• 4-6 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in insurance, warranty, or reinsurance sectors.
• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of US GAAP, particularly ASC 944 (Insurance) and related technical accounting areas.
• Excellent communication, organization, time management and prioritization skills necessary to be effective in a fast-paced work environment.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Familiarity with General Ledger systems (e.g. Great Plains, MS Dynamics 365)
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, familiarity with SQL, and effective at using both to analyze data