Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller

Position: 1 Direct Hire – Hybrid

Location: Atlanta, GA (30309)

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET

Industry: Financial Services / Insurance

Category: Accounting / Finance / Leadership

We are seeking a highly skilled and versatile Assistant Controller to support the Corporate Controller across technical accounting, reinsurance accounting, accounting policy, internal controls, and tax compliance management. This role is ideal for a strategic, hands-on accounting leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is comfortable wearing multiple hats across the finance function.

The Assistant Controller will play a key role in financial reporting, technical accounting, audit support, and process improvement initiatives while partnering closely with internal stakeholders and external service providers.

This is a hybrid role based in Atlanta, GA.

What We Are Looking For:

Strong technical accounting expertise with an insurance focus

Detail-oriented leader with strong analytical skills

Ability to partner cross-functionally across finance, actuarial, tax, and audit

Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement and efficiency

Key Responsibilities

1.

Technical

Accounting & Financial Reporting

Lead technical accounting research and application in compliance with U.S. GAAP

Support monthly close and preparation of financial statements and disclosures

Provide analytical support for monthly financial reporting packages

Develop, maintain, and update accounting policies and procedures

2. Reinsurance & Insurance Accounting

Oversee reinsurance accounting processes, including reserving in partnership with actuarial teams

Ensure accurate recording of premiums, claims, ceding commissions, and related transactions

Manage carrier receivables and payables in coordination with fronting carriers

Execute and ensure proper recording of insurance trust transactions

3.

Internal

Controls, Audit & Compliance

Document and monitor internal controls related to financial reporting

Identify control gaps and drive process improvements

Partner with external auditors during audits

Ensure compliance with regulatory and accounting standards

4. Tax, Systems & Process Improvement

Manage relationships with external tax compliance providers

Coordinate timely and accurate tax filings and resolve tax accounting matters

Assist with new client and program implementations

Lead accounting requirements assessments for new programs

Drive continuous improvements and efficiencies within accounting and finance

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA or equivalent certification preferred

4–6 years of progressive accounting experience

Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and insurance accounting (ASC 944)

Advanced Excel proficiency

Experience with General Ledger systems (Great Plains, MS Dynamics 365, or similar)

Strong communication, organization, and prioritization skills Recruiter Submission Template:

Full Name

Current Location (City, State):

Highest Degree (Field, Institution):

CPA or equivalent? (yes/no):

Years of progressive accounting experience:

Experience in insurance / reinsurance accounting? (yes/no):

Strong knowledge of ASC 944? (yes/no):

Big 4 or national firm background? (yes/no):

Advanced Excel skills? (yes/no):

Experience with Great Plains or MS Dynamics 365? (yes/no):

SQL or data analysis experience? (yes/no):

Hybrid work availability (Atlanta, GA)? (yes/no):

Available to interview (date/time)

Available start date

Salary expectation

Notice period

Are you ready to relocate on your own expenses and work onsite full-time at Atlanta, GA?