Controller

Berkley Southeast (a Berkley Company); Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 92,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness program

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Berkley Southeast (a Berkley Company) in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Controller to oversee all accounting functions and financial reporting. You will manage daily, weekly and monthly closes, ensure asset safeguarding, and provide reliable data for executives, auditors and regulators.

Candidates should have at least five years of accounting experience in an insurance environment, advanced knowledge of GAAP and statutory reporting, and strong skills in Excel, Hyperion and PeopleSoft.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of accounting experience in an insurance environment.
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP, statutory and tax reporting.
• Proficient with Excel, Hyperion and data tools; familiarity with PeopleSoft a plus.
• CPA preferred or advanced insurance accounting credentials (e.g., AIAF, CPCU).
• INS designation completed or in progress is favorable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting functions and financial reporting activities.
• Lead daily, weekly and monthly closes and ensure accuracy.
• Safeguard assets and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Prepare GAAP/statutory reports and coordinate with auditors.
• Support annual budgeting and variance analyses.
• Provide tax calculations and reporting as required by WRBC.
• Act as backup for Finance department operations in CFO's absence.
• Participate in special projects and process improvements.

Skills

5+ years accounting

Insurance accounting

GAAP & statutory reporting

SOX compliance

Advanced Excel

Audit coordination

INS designation preferred

Education

4-year college degree in accounting or business

Tools

Excel

Hyperion

Pivot tables

VLOOKUPs

PeopleSoft

Job description

Company Details

Berkley Southeast is a member company of W. R. Berkley Corporation, a Fortune 500 Company, whose insurance company subsidiaries are rated A+(Superior) by A. M. Best Company. BSIG provides local underwriting, risk services, claim, marketing and audit services for agents and policyholders in Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, South Carolina, North Carolina and Tennessee. We take a broad approach to underwriting for ‘best in class’ businesses, primarily in: construction, light manufacturing, wholesale, distribution and business service industries.

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.

www.berkleysoutheast.com

Responsibilities

The Controller is responsible for overseeing all areas relating to accounting functions and financial reporting. This position will be responsible for daily, weekly and monthly accounting tasks and activities.

• Assist management by safeguarding company assets, ensuring compliance with regulatory entities, producing reliable financial data in an efficient manner and accomplishing objectives.
• Actively participate and oversee the Accounting function of the Finance department, monthly/quarterly financial close process, account reconciliations, SOX compliance, manage projects, train staff and review their work.
• Maintain and provide accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and annual GAAP financials and prepare and provide reports and information as requested by WRBC.
• Provide financial information to auditors and examiners as required, as well as regulatory/reporting entities as requested.
• Actively participate and oversee preparation of the annual company budgeting process and provide monthly analysis of actual performance measured against these budgets.
• Prepare and provide required tax reports and calculations, as necessary, to WRBC.
• Act as a backup for the operation of the Finance department in the absence of the CFO.
• Other duties/projects as assigned.

Candidate must sit in a Berkley Southeast office in Lawrenceville, GA, Charlotte NC, Nashville, TN, Birmingham, AL or Meridian, MS.

Qualifications

• Min of Five years of accounting experience in an insurance environment.
• Advanced knowledge/skill in various accounting areas, such as reinsurance, GL, statutory and GAAP reporting, taxes and statistical reporting.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel, Hyperion and other data management tools, including pivot tables & V lookups.
• Experience with Peoplesoft software (GL, Fixed Assets, Accounts Payable) a plus.
• CPA preferred or advanced insurance accounting education, such as AIAF, CPCU, and other commensurate experience.
• Successfully completed INS designation.
• Performance appraisal – attain Exceeds Expectations rating and achieve major objectives.

Education Requirement

• 4-year college degree in accounting or business.

Additional Company Details

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies or firms.

The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full-time regular employees which for this role include:

• Base Salary Range: $92,000-$171,000
• Eligible to participate in annual discretionary bonus.
• Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Wellness, Paid Time Off, 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plans.

The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.

Sponsorship Details

Sponsorship not Offered for this Role