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We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead key accounting operations supporting a large North American insurance portfolio based in Hudson County, New Jersey. This role oversees multiple accounting functions across property and casualty, specialty risk, title, and related entities, while ensuring high-quality financial reporting and strong operational discipline. The position will play a central part in close management, team leadership, process enhancement, and cross-functional collaboration within a complex insurance environment.
Job Responsibility:
Direct the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities for assigned business areas, ensuring financial results are accurate, timely, and aligned with applicable U.S. GAAP, statutory reporting, and IFRS standards
Oversee several accounting teams and provide leadership on staffing, performance, workload planning, and employee development to maintain strong execution across functions
Review financial data, trends, and performance indicators to deliver meaningful insights, identify issues, and recommend actions that support business objectives
Strengthen the internal control environment by guiding the design, execution, and evaluation of key controls and supporting control effectiveness assessments
Partner closely with finance, accounting, and operational leaders across North American business units to promote clear communication, coordination, and issue resolution
Identify opportunities to improve workflows, optimize resource allocation, and increase efficiency through process refinement and automation
Contribute to broader finance transformation initiatives by helping implement tools, reporting enhancements, and operational improvements across assigned areas
Lead special projects that require advanced accounting judgment, analytical problem-solving, and coordination across data, systems, and business stakeholders
Prepare ad hoc reporting and evaluations for senior leadership, including analysis of complex accounting matters and recommendations for practical solutions
Maintain productive relationships with internal and external auditors and support audit requests, documentation, and review activities
Requirements:
CPA designation is required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a higher-level accounting qualification is required
15+ years of accounting experience within the insurance industry, including significant exposure to controllership and financial close functions
Demonstrated success leading teams, managing people, and overseeing complex accounting operations in a fast-paced environment
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, U.S. statutory accounting, and IFRS 17 reporting requirements
Advanced ability to evaluate accounting processes and systems and implement improvements that increase control and efficiency
Proficiency in Excel, with experience using ERP and financial reporting platforms such as Oracle and Hyperion preferred
Background in public accounting, including Big 4 experience, and exposure to warranty insurance products are preferred