***Business Unit Controller || Houston, TX***

About the role

The Business Unit (BU) Controller role at this publicly traded organization involves financial leadership for a specialized Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance business. Reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer, the role oversees accounting operations, financial reporting, technical accounting, and process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close activities for the business unit.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and statutory insurance accounting requirements.
• Serve as the primary accounting subject matter expert for financial reporting and technical accounting matters.
• Drive improvements to the month-end close process, reporting efficiency, and accounting operations.
• Partner with executive leadership to support strategic initiatives and financial decision-making.
• Review financial statements, reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Develop, implement, and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Cook up and coordinate internal and external audit activities, including regulatory reporting support as needed.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a small accounting team while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required; CPA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with a focus on Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance industry.
• Comprehensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP and statutory insurance accounting principles, including the key differences between the two.
• Previous experience as a Controller, Business Unit Controller, Assistant Controller, or similar accounting leadership role.
• Minimum of 5 years of people management experience.
• Demonstrated success improving accounting processes, strengthening internal controls, and reducing month-end close timelines.
• Strong technical accounting, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with executive leadership and cross-functional business partners.

Benefits

• $190K-$200K base salary with bonus and long-term equity incentives.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Company's 401(k) retirement plan.