Assistant Controller

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External Job Title:
Assistant Controller

Internal Job Title:
Technical Accounting and Compliance Lead (hybrid)
Location:
US-GA-Atlanta (Sandy Springs)

FLSA
: Non-exempt

Job Overview
:

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

Job 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
• Execute and ensure proper recording of insurance trust transactions
• 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
• Assist in new client/program implementations and other process improvement initiatives
• Lead accounting requirements assessment for various program accounting and reporting deliverables
• Drive continuous process improvements and efficiencies within accounting and finance functions

The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities.

Job 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
• Excellent communication, organization, time management and prioritization skills necessary to be effective in a fast-paced work environment

Company Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending