Assistant Controller

TheGuarantors • New York, NY

3d • $180,000 - $210,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant Controller will join the Finance team in New York, report to the Controller, and work closely with the CFO. The role leads critical accounting operations, including monthly close, reconciliations, audit preparation, and cross-functional reporting. It also supports modernization of finance processes through day-to-day use of AI and automation and the design of faster, more effective workflows. The position suits an accounting professional who is structured and adaptable, works well in fast-paced, high-accountability environments, and produces accurate, well-documented work. This is a hybrid role based in the NYC office.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
• Hands-on proficiency with AI tools and curiosity about using them to rebuild manual processes.
• High attention to detail and excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Self-starter with a collaborative mindset and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• CPA license.
• Master’s degree.
• Experience at a public accounting firm and in insurance or brokerage.
• Strongly preferred experience with accounting systems such as QuickBooks and NetSuite.

Responsibilities

• Execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end close, including preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analyses.
• Prepare and reconcile monthly premium remittances to insurance carrier partners.
• Use AI tools and automation to streamline recurring work such as reconciliations, flux analysis, and reporting, and document improved workflows.
• Partner with the Controller to test, implement, and refine finance tools and processes.
• Ensure accounting activities comply with GAAP and company policies.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, including clear process and procedure documentation.
• Prepare audit schedules and support the annual financial audit.
• Support preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Collaborate with FP&A, Legal, Operations, and Product to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with regulatory filings, tax compliance, and other ad hoc projects as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning day one.
• Health savings account with employer contribution.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter expenses.
• 401(k).
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• In-office lunch perk.
• Flexible working hours.
• Paid parental leave.
• Company-sponsored short- and long-term disability.
• Opportunities to make an impact within a fast-growing company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior