Assistant Controller

Starr Insurance•New York, NY

17d•$150,000 - $200,000

About The Position

Starr is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Assistant Controller to oversee accounting and financial reporting activities for its Property business. Reporting to the Controller, this role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial statements, manages the financial close process, and supports audit and control processes, system initiatives, and cross-functional work. It requires leadership, technical expertise in property and casualty insurance accounting, and strong communication skills to partner with stakeholders across multiple functions. The Assistant Controller leads monthly, quarterly, and annual closes; prepares and reviews financial statements and reports for management and regulatory filings; manages internal and external audits; maintains internal controls; and partners with Finance, IT, Reinsurance Accounting, and other business units on process, data, and system improvements. The role also collaborates with business partners across underwriting, claims, actuarial, FP&A, and other functions, and provides training and guidance to junior team members. The stated salary range is $150,000–$200,000. Starr describes an entrepreneurial culture, accessible leaders, and training and development opportunities, and states that it is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Eight or more years of progressive accounting or finance experience within property and casualty insurance.
Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing GAAP and statutory financial statements.
Strong understanding of internal controls and audit processes.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Ability to collaborate across multiple functions and manage competing priorities.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential; strongly preferred.
Experience with Workday Financials or similar ERP systems; strongly preferred.
Analytical thinking and strong problem-solving abilities.
High attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines.
Comfort navigating change and driving process improvement.
Advanced Excel and data analysis skills.
Financial modeling experience.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes for the Property business, ensuring timeliness and compliance with GAAP, STAT, and company policies.
Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, schedules, and reports for internal management and external regulatory filings.
Manage internal and external audit processes for the Property business and maintain internal controls to support accuracy, reliability, and compliance with company policies.
Partner with Finance, IT, Reinsurance Accounting, and other business units to identify and implement process, data, and systems enhancements.
Support system upgrades and integrations with a focus on data integrity and automation.
Collaborate with underwriting, claims, actuarial, FP&A, Reinsurance, and other support functions to ensure financial information accuracy and support business initiatives.
Train, mentor, and guide junior team members and foster continuous improvement.