Life Insurance Assistant Controller - Reporting & Compliance

Oliver James; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing life insurance carrier in Washington DC seeks an Assistant Controller to oversee statutory and GAAP financial reporting. This role involves ensuring compliance with regulations and collaborating closely with executive leadership. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in financial reporting within the life insurance sector, along with a degree in Accounting or Finance and a CPA designation. The company offers an opportunity to be influential in a start-up environment where adaptability is key.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in financial reporting, focusing on life insurance or annuities.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and statutory accounting principles.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review statutory financial statements and regulatory filings.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and statutory accounting principles.
• Lead the financial reporting process for quarterly and annual reporting.
• Support the audit process by coordinating with external auditors.
• Collaborate with actuarial, investment, and operations teams.

Skills

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of US GAAP

Education

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

CPA designation

Tools

Financial reporting software

General ledger systems

Job description

A growing life insurance carrier in Washington DC seeks an Assistant Controller to oversee statutory and GAAP financial reporting. This role involves ensuring compliance with regulations and collaborating closely with executive leadership. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in financial reporting within the life insurance sector, along with a degree in Accounting or Finance and a CPA designation. The company offers an opportunity to be influential in a start-up environment where adaptability is key.