Assistant Controller

FIRST INSURANCE GROUP LLC; United States; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

HSA with employer contributions

401(k) match

Freestyle PTO

Flexible telecommuting

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth paths

Mental health support (EAP)

Job summary

FNIC is seeking an Assistant Controller to lead a skilled accounting team and drive financial health across the organization. The role blends hands-on accounting with leadership, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

You will work closely with the CFO, develop automation initiatives, and ensure timely financial reporting, tax filings, and budget preparation. A dynamic, trust-based culture supports career growth and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• Three years of accounting experience.
• Working knowledge of GAAP.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong planning, analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to motivate, develop and direct people.
• Ability to prepare and analyze complex financial reports.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel with complex spreadsheets and pivot tables.
• Ability to read and interpret financial information.
• Establish and maintain relationships with employees and external contacts.

Responsibilities

• Assist CFO in department direction including staff organization and performance objectives.
• Provide monthly business reviews for each division with budget vs actual analysis.
• Lead automation projects and ensure use of automation tools.
• Ensure accuracy of the general ledger and reconcile insurer payables.
• Prepare monthly journal entries and financial statements.
• Monitor cash positions daily and reconcile bank accounts monthly.
• Prepare quarterly reporting and monthly Use Tax filings.
• Assist with federal, state, and local tax filings and related regulatory filings.
• Assist HR with payroll processing and year-end work papers for audits.
• Assist in preparing agency budget and managing expenditures.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Verbal and written communication

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Description

Are you looking for?

• Flexibility that fits your life, including work-from-home options
• Paid time off driven by results and well-being, not a fixed number of days
• A fun, collaborative environment
• Support for continued learning and career growth
• A culture based on trust, accountability, and bringing your whole self to work

As an Assistant Controller at FNIC, you'll play a key role in ensuring the financial health of our organization while leading and developing a talented team. This position combines hands-on accounting responsibilities with leadership opportunities, process improvement initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration—making a meaningful impact on both our employees and our business.

What’s the work like?

You will...

• Assist CFO in the overall direction of department including organization of staff, establishment and monitoring of objectives and staff performance
• Provide a comprehensive monthly business review for each division of the company, analyzing budget vs actual results and providing a narrative explaining the story behind the results
• Assist in the development and implementation of automation projects as needed
• Perform quality reviews to ensure all departmental procedures are being followed and automation tools are being used effectively
• Assist in the identification of departmental staffing needs, including participation in the selection and hiring process
• Provide work direction, training/development, and manage the performance of all direct reports
• Participate in company and inter-departmental business activities and committees as needed
• Administer timely and effective performance management, including salary administration
• Ensure completion and accuracy of the general ledger
• Reconcile and pay insurer payables
• Prepare required journal entries and financial statements on a monthly basis
• Monitor cash positions daily and reconcile all bank accounts monthly
• Prepare quarterly reporting requirements and monthly Use Tax filing.
• Assist in the preparation, filing, and reconciliation of federal, state, and local tax returns and related regulatory filings (i.e., surplus lines tax, excise tax, and 1099s)
• Assist Human Resources with the preparation, input, and processing of semi-monthly payroll
• Assist in the preparation of year-end work papers for any audits and tax filings
• Assist in the preparation of the agency budget
• Complete monthly transaction recording deadlines in order to maximize department effectiveness
• Assist sales and sales support with daily issues as they relate to the accounting function
• Assist in the effective management of capital and operating expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility and cost effectiveness; ensure compliance with applicable sales and use tax laws
• Any other special projects and duties as assigned

Okay, so what’s in it for me?

While we expect a lot from our employees at FNIC, we believe in giving just as much in return. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Competitive Pay: We offer market-competitive compensation packages that reflect your experience, expertise, and the value you bring to our clients and teams.
• Benefits You Can Rely On: Health, dental, and vision insurance, HSA with employer contributions, 401(k) match, employer-paid disability coverage, and life insurance.
• Freestyle PTO & Work-Life Balance: Our trust-based and freestyle time-off approach removes PTO banks and offers flexible telecommuting options.
• Dress for Your Day: Whether you’re client-facing or behind the scenes, we encourage you to dress in a way that helps you feel comfortable and confident.
• Invested in Your Development: We support continuous learning through tuition reimbursement, training opportunities, and career growth paths across FNIC.
• A Workplace That Cares: Access mental health support through our EAP, virtual fitness classes, in-office gym access (Omaha), and a culture that prioritizes connection, fun, and collaboration.

Requirements

What do I need to know?

You have to have…

• Valid Driver’s License
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• Three (3) years of Accounting experience
• Working knowledge of GAAP
• Ability to motivate, develop & direct people as they work, identifying the best people for the position
• Ability to prepare and analyze complex financial reports
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong planning, analytical and organizational skills
• Problem solving skills & negotiation skills
• Ability to read and interpret financial information
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to create and maintain complex spreadsheets, analyze large data sets, develop formulas and pivot tables, and generate accurate financial and operational reports to support decision-making.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Company employees and external contacts