Corporate Controller
Location: Stamford, CT | Flexible hybrid workingCompensation: $200,000-$250,000 base and bonus package
The Opportunity
A growing life and annuity insurance business is seeking a Corporate Controller to oversee its accounting, financial reporting and regulatory filings. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role offers strong executive exposure and the opportunity to strengthen financial processes, improve controls and support the continued development of the business.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee monthly and quarterly close processes across US GAAP and statutory accounting.
Lead NAIC statutory reporting, including quarterly and annual Blue Book filings.
Coordinate annual statutory audits and support external auditors.
Prepare management and Board reporting, budgeting and forecasting.
Partner with investment, actuarial, tax and other teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
Strengthen internal controls, improve processes and drive expense efficiency.
Support new product implementation and supervise the development of the accounting team.
Candidate Profile
10+ years of insurance industry experience, ideally in a Corporate Controller, Assistant Controller or equivalent leadership role.
Background in life insurance and annuity products preferred.
Strong knowledge of NAIC regulations and US statutory accounting.
Experience coordinating audits and working across US GAAP and statutory reporting.
Hands-on experience with general ledger systems and system implementations.
Comfortable operating in a growing, entrepreneurial environment and improving processes.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced insurance accounting leader to work closely with the CFO, take ownership of core financial reporting activities and help build a scalable finance function.
For more information, please reach out to Chris Dodds at Oliver James.