Assistant Controller - Plano, TX - Hybrid ($180k-190k + Bonus)

LHH; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH, on behalf of a confidential client, seeks an Assistant Controller in Plano, TX to own the monthly/quarterly/year-end close and leading accounting teams. The role focuses on GAAP and statutory reporting within a Property & Casualty environment, with a path toward AVP leadership.

The opportunity offers visibility to senior leadership and growth in accounting infrastructure. You will manage intercompany, reconciliations, cash, and regulatory filings while strengthening internal controls and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• CPA preferred.
• Strong GAAP and SAP/SAP-like statutory reporting knowledge is needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee preparation and review of financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany activity, and bank/cash accounting.
• Manage GAAP and SAP/ statutory reporting, including Property & Casualty regulatory filings.
• Maintain strong internal controls, audit readiness, and support external audits and regulatory examinations.
• Oversee accounts payable operations, expense reporting, and related accounting processes to improve efficiency and controls.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff with clear responsibilities and separation of duties.
• Collaborate with VP/Controller, FP&A, IT, and business leaders to resolve reporting issues and support financial decisions.
• Drive continuous improvement in accounting procedures, ERP systems, and reporting processes.
• Establish scalable accounting practices and reporting infrastructure to support growth.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Statutory accounting knowledge

People management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

LHH is seeking an Assistant Controller on behalf of a confidential client. This is an exciting opportunity to join an established, growing insurance organization. Following several years of geographic expansion, the company is continuing to invest in its accounting infrastructure and leadership team. This newly created position will report directly to the VP/Controller and oversee a team of accounting professionals, taking ownership of the organization's financial close and reporting functions. The role offers significant visibility with senior leadership, the opportunity to strengthen accounting processes and controls, and a defined path for future advancement into an AVP-level leadership position.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the end-to-end monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely, accurate, and complete financial reporting.
• Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany activity, bank and cash accounting, and supporting schedules.
• Manage both GAAP and statutory accounting and financial reporting requirements, including applicable Property & Casualty insurance regulatory filings.
• Ensure accounting operations maintain strong internal controls, accurate documentation, and audit readiness while supporting external audits and regulatory examinations.
• Oversee accounts payable operations, expense reporting, and related accounting processes, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and strengthen controls.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals while establishing clear responsibilities, accountability, and appropriate separation of duties.
• Partner with the VP/Controller, FP&A, IT, and other business leaders to resolve reporting issues, improve processes, and support financial decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives involving accounting procedures, automation, ERP systems, and financial reporting processes.
• Establish scalable accounting practices and reporting infrastructure to support the organization's continued growth and expansion.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience, specifically within the Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance industry.
• Strong working knowledge of both Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and statutory accounting principles (SAP), including P&C regulatory reporting requirements.
• Direct, hands-on ownership of monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes and financial reporting deliverables. Audit-only experience will not meet the requirements of this position.
• Minimum of 2 years of direct people-management experience, including supervising, developing, and managing accounting staff.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany accounting, cash accounting, and financial reporting activities.
• Experience supporting statutory reporting, regulatory filings, internal controls, and compliance within a deadline-driven environment.