Assistant Controller, Property Insurance - GAAP Audit Lead

Starr Insurance; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Starr Insurance is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller in New York to oversee all accounting and financial reporting for the Property business. The role reports to the Controller and emphasizes GAAP and statutory reporting, close processes, audits, and cross-functional collaboration.

Ideal candidates will have 8+ years in P&C accounting, strong leadership and communication skills, and experience with ERP systems such as Workday. Excellence in controls and process improvement is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance required; CPA preferred.
• Master’s degree a plus in related field is beneficial.
• CPA certification strongly preferred for leadership roles in P&C accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close for the Property business.
• Prepare and review GAAP and statutory financial statements for internal and regulatory use.
• Manage internal and external audits and strengthen internal controls.
• Partner with IT, Reinsurance Accounting, and other units to drive system/process improvements; Workday experience a plus.
• Collaborate with underwriting, claims, actuarial, FP&A, and other functions to ensure accuracy of financial information.
• Coach and develop junior team members to support continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Excel / data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Master’s degree a plus

CPA strongly preferred

Tools

Workday

ERP systems

Job description

Starr Insurance is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller in New York to oversee all accounting and financial reporting for the Property business. The role reports to the Controller and emphasizes GAAP and statutory reporting, close processes, audits, and cross-functional collaboration.

Ideal candidates will have 8+ years in P&C accounting, strong leadership and communication skills, and experience with ERP systems such as Workday. Excellence in controls and process improvement is essential.