AI-Driven Controller | CPA, FinTech, Hybrid NYC

Guarantors Technology Service Inc; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 210,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health savings account with employer

Flexible spending accounts

401(k)

Generous PTO and holidays

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

TheGuarantors is seeking a hands-on Controller to join the finance leadership and act as the CFO's right hand. You will own accounting end-to-end—from close and reporting to audit and investor reporting—driving modern, AI-assisted processes to scale the function with the business.

Ideal candidates are licensed CPAs with deep technical accounting knowledge in insurance, experience at a public firm, and a track record of building strong internal controls. Hybrid work in NYC is available.

Qualifications

• CPA license is required.
• 8+ years of relevant accounting experience; Big 4 background preferred.
• Insurance industry experience and carrier reconciliations are a plus.
• Strong U.S. GAAP knowledge and ability to defend positions.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the CFO on accounting, reporting, and finance operations.
• Own monthly, quarterly, and year-end close, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Lead technical accounting for complex transactions.
• Redesign finance processes using AI and automation to shorten close cycles.
• Oversee premium accounting, including remittances and broker/carrier reconciliations.
• Maintain scalable internal controls and prepare for audits.
• Coordinate with external auditors and regulators; prepare board materials.
• Collaborate with FP&A, Legal, Operations, and Product for accurate reporting.
• Develop and mentor the accounting team.

Skills

CPA license

Big 4 experience

8+ years experience

AI tools in finance

Internal controls

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

TheGuarantors is seeking a hands-on Controller to join the finance leadership and act as the CFO's right hand. You will own accounting end-to-end—from close and reporting to audit and investor reporting—driving modern, AI-assisted processes to scale the function with the business.

Ideal candidates are licensed CPAs with deep technical accounting knowledge in insurance, experience at a public firm, and a track record of building strong internal controls. Hybrid work in NYC is available.