Division Controller

Gallagher • Rolling Meadows, IL

137d

About The Position

Join our growing team of dedicated professionals at Gallagher Bassett, who guide those in need to the best possible outcomes for their health and wellbeing. You'll be part of a resilient team that works together to redefine the boundaries of excellence. At our organization, we value collaboration and making a positive impact in the lives of our clients and claimants, offering you the opportunity to join a team where your skills and dedication can truly make a difference. GUIDE. GUARD. GO BEYOND. This position is a hybrid position based out of our Rolling Meadows, IL Headquarters. Reporting directly to the GB’s Global CFO, this position will be responsible for our financial accounting, reporting and client billing operations. While a strong knowledge of GAAP financial accounting and reporting is required, SEC compliance and reporting takes place at the corporate parent level. The ideal candidate is an experienced strategic leader, strongly rooted in understanding and improving processes with demonstrable improvements. They will play a pivotal role in shaping structure, capabilities and the long-term vision of GB’s Finance organization. The GB Controllership requires strong leadership skills with the ability to identify and develop talent while building highly effective, scalable teams. The ability to confidently manage up and down divisional hierarchy and work effectively with our corporate parent is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• 10+ years of progressive accounting leadership, including experience as Controller or Assistant Controller
• Managing company or division profit and loss and income statement
• Experience in a global, multi-entity organization
• Strong foundation in US GAAP accounting and reporting
• Strong process design and improvement skills, with experience implementing workflow tools
• Exceptional leadership, with excellent communication and team-building abilities
• Ability to build and maintain relationships across all levels of the organization
• Experience in fostering a positive and inclusive work environment
• Capability to drive employee engagement and performance
• Experience in integrating acquisitions, both domestically and internationally

Nice To Haves

• MBA
• Insurance industry experience
• Public accounting experience

Responsibilities

• Own and lead all divisional accounting operations, including general ledger, revenue recognition, client service fee billing & collections, client financial services and financial reporting
• Deliver timely and accurate financial close and reporting processes across multiple international legal entities, currencies, and jurisdictions.
• Identify and implement opportunities to automate workflows, reduce manual dependencies, and integrate disparate systems and data sources.
• Develop and scale a best-in-class accounting team, structure, and operating model aligned with long-term business objectives.
• Partner with the CFO, IT, and operational leaders to deliver a roadmap for divisional systems integration and process standardization.
• Collaborate with the CFO and cross-functional leaders to align financial operations with global business strategy.
• Maintain a strong internal control environment; ensure compliance with US GAAP and SOX
• Drive change management and foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, while building scalable platforms.

Benefits

• Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
• Life and accident insurance
• 401(K) and Roth options
• Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
• Educational expense reimbursement
• Paid parental leave
• Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
• Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
• Training programs
• Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
• Charitable matching gift program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees