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?