Assistant Controller, Insurance

26North; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Discounted tickets to events

Job summary

26North is seeking an Assistant Controller to support the growth of its insurance and reinsurance businesses. This role involves designing financial best practices and managing the accounting function, crucial for reporting under STAT/GAAP/EBS methodologies.

The ideal candidate has 5-12+ years of relevant experience, preferably with a CPA certification. Competitive salary and benefits package offered, ensuring a collaborative and high-growth environment.

Qualifications

• 5-12+ years of experience in a related function.
• Experience with STAT/GAAP/EBS preferred.
• Ability to work independently under time constraints.

Responsibilities

• Design financial best practices and oversee the accounting function.
• Manage the preparation of quarterly financial statements.
• Perform budgeting and forecasting.

Skills

Insurance accounting

Financial planning

Investment accounting

Collaboration with leadership

Education

CPA

Job description

26North is a next-generation, integrated, multi-asset class investment platform, founded by Josh Harris. 26North provides investment advice and opportunities to its clients related to a variety of investment strategies, including, but not limited to, private equity, credit, and insurance and reinsurance solutions. Josh Harris and the 26North team bring decades of experience managing third party capital to help clients achieve their financial goals while leaving a lasting impact on the communities they serve. As of December 2025, 26North has approximately $35 billion in assets under management. For more information, visit us at www.26n.com.

Job Description

26North is seeking an Assistant Controller to play a critical role in supporting the growth of our insurance and reinsurance businesses. The platform has two reinsurance companies in Bermuda with approximately $10 billion in assets with two cedants, two credit facilities, two co-investment entities, and a holding company. The platform has significant commitments from third party investors to drive expansion of the balance sheet. As an Assistant Controller, you will have responsibility for a broad range of activities including building a control-based infrastructure for the consolidated accounting and reporting of our reinsurance business under STAT/GAAP/EBS methodologies.

The role will be responsible for forecasting the business and comparing actual results to the forecast for consumption by key stakeholders including the founder of 26North and the board. The role will also be responsible for managing the Bermuda-based management team and overseeing the day-to-day finance and accounting operations of the companies.

The ideal candidate brings a strong alternatives accounting and insurance foundation, thrives in a high-growth environment, and is excited to take ownership of critical deliverables while continuously improving processes and infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement financial and operational best practices to support the growth and evolution of the platform
• Build and oversee the accounting function including internal and outsourced providers
• Research and design strategies and systems to improve efficiency as it pertains to accounting and financial reporting
• Oversee the preparation of the quarterly financial statements, capital account statements, marketing letters, performance reporting, capital calls, distribution notices, settlement reports
• Perform management fee calculations, expense accruals, budgeting, and forecasting
• Collaborate with investment professional, legal and compliance, business development, and operations to ensure proper controls are in place to support current and future business

Qualifications

• 5-12+ years of experience in a related function (insurance accountant, consultant, financial advisor)
• Experience with STAT/GAAP/EBS preferred
• Investment Accounting and/or financial planning experience preferred
• CPA preferred
• Experience in collaborating with executive leadership and third-party partners to drive operational performance and shape a culture that is focuses on continuous improvement
• Ability to work and think independently under time constraints
• High commitment and strong self-motivation with an entrepreneurial spirit
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to prioritize and manage multiple deliverables
• Strong track record and demonstrated commitment to upholding our core values of excellence, teamwork, stewardship, integrity, and respect

26North offers a competitive base salary and discretionary bonus based on performance as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Passionate about the teams we support and the communities where our teams operate, we offer opportunities to enjoy the love of the game together, including complimentary and discounted tickets to games, concerts and other events.

26North is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The base salary for this position is expected to be between $140,000.00 and $225,000.00. The base salary offered to the chosen candidate will be commensurate with a candidate’s relevant experience and other qualifications for the position, as determined by the Company in its sole discretion.