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Assistant Controller

Veracity

Atlanta, GA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable Management, Actuarial Skills, Analysis Skills, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, External Audit, Finance, Financial Audit, Financial Disclosure, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Insurance, Internal Audit, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Dynamics, Microsoft Dynamics GP (fka Great Plains Dynamics), Organizational Skills, Process Improvement, Program Evaluation, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Regulatory Compliance, Reinsurance, Relationship Management, Requirements Management, Tax Accounting, Tax Regulations, Technical Accounting, Technical Leadership, Technical Research, Time Management
LOCATION
Atlanta, GA
POSTED
4 days ago
Assistant Controller Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and versatile Assistant Controller to support the Corporate Controller across technical accounting, reinsurance accounting, accounting policy, internal controls, and tax compliance management. This role is ideal for a strategic, hands-on accounting leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is comfortable wearing multiple hats across the finance function. The Assistant Controller will play a key role in financial reporting, technical accounting, audit support, and process improvement initiatives while partnering closely with internal stakeholders and external service providers. This is a hybrid role based in Atlanta, GA.

What We Are Looking For:

  • Strong technical accounting expertise with an insurance focus
  • Detail-oriented leader with strong analytical skills
  • Ability to partner cross-functionally across finance, actuarial, tax, and audit
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment
  • Proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement and efficiency

Key Responsibilities:

  • Technical Accounting & Financial Reporting
  • Lead technical accounting research and application in compliance with U.S. GAAP
  • Support monthly close and preparation of financial statements and disclosures
  • Provide analytical support for monthly financial reporting packages
  • Develop, maintain, and update accounting policies and procedures
  • Reinsurance & Insurance Accounting
  • Oversee reinsurance accounting processes, including reserving in partnership with actuarial teams
  • Ensure accurate recording of premiums, claims, ceding commissions, and related transactions
  • Manage carrier receivables and payables in coordination with fronting carriers
  • Execute and ensure proper recording of insurance trust transactions
  • Internal Controls, Audit & Compliance
  • Document and monitor internal controls related to financial reporting
  • Identify control gaps and drive process improvements
  • Partner with external auditors during audits
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and accounting standards
  • Tax, Systems & Process Improvement
  • Manage relationships with external tax compliance providers
  • Coordinate timely and accurate tax filings and resolve tax accounting matters
  • Assist with new client and program implementations
  • Lead accounting requirements assessments for new programs
  • Drive continuous improvements and efficiencies within accounting and finance

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • CPA or equivalent certification preferred
  • 4–6 years of progressive accounting experience
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and insurance accounting (ASC 944)
  • Advanced Excel proficiency
  • Experience with General Ledger systems (Great Plains, MS Dynamics 365, or similar)
  • Strong communication, organization, and prioritization skills

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