Assistant Controller - Insurance - Dallas

Oliver James; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An expanding insurance company is seeking an Assistant Controller to join their finance leadership team in Dallas. This pivotal role focuses on statutory reporting and GAAP compliance, requiring strong leadership skills and experience in managing audits. You'll oversee the financial close process, regulatory filings, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive transparency. With a supportive leadership culture and opportunities for career growth, this is a high-impact position that promises visibility and influence across the organization. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this role is for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Career development opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Strong culture of collaboration

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years in P&C insurance accounting or financial reporting.
• 3+ years in a leadership role managing teams.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process.
• Lead a team of accounting professionals and oversee internal controls.

Skills

Statutory Reporting

GAAP

Audit Management

Leadership

Financial Performance Analysis

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Bachelor's in Finance

Tools

SAP

Intacct

Oracle

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Assistant Controller - Insurance Industry
Growing insurance group | Leadership opportunity | Strong compliance focus | Onsite in Dallas

We're working with a dynamic and expanding insurance company that's looking to add an Assistant Controller to their finance leadership team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in statutory reporting and GAAP, experience managing audits, and a passion for building high-performing teams.

What You'll Be Doing:

Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process - ensuring accuracy across both GAAP and statutory financials

Lead and develop a small team of accounting professionals

Oversee internal controls and support audit readiness (internal and external)

Manage regulatory filings including NAIC submissions and other insurance-specific compliance requirements

Collaborate with actuarial, tax, and other cross-functional teams to drive transparency and meet strategic objectives

Act as a key point of contact for external auditors and regulatory bodies

Contribute to financial performance analysis and special projects as needed

What They're Looking For:

Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance

5-10+ years of experience in P&C insurance accounting or financial reporting

3+ years of leadership experience (Manager or above)

Strong understanding of GAAP and STAT

Experience working with enterprise systems (SAP, Intacct, Oracle, or similar)

Confident communicator who's comfortable working with senior leadership and external stakeholders

Organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

High-impact role with visibility across the organization

Career development potential as the company continues to grow

Supportive leadership team and strong culture of collaboration

Competitive comp, benefits, and bonus structure

Role is based onsite in Dallas - must be local or willing to relocate

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Insurance

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