Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller – Property & Casualty Insurance (REQUIRED)Location: Tampa Bay, Florida – In the heart of the Westshore Business District, just minutes from Tampa International AirportAre you a technically strong accounting leader with deep Property & Casualty insurance experience who thrives in a dynamic, highly regulated environment?We are seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to help drive excellence in financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and accounting operations. This is a high-impact leadership role supporting the integrity of our Statutory and US GAAP reporting framework while strengthening internal controls, audit readiness, and operational performance.P&C insurance experience is not optional — it is essential for success in this role.In addition to meaningful work and executive visibility, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package and a collaborative, performance-driven culture — all in a prime Tampa Bay location.What You’ll DoLead & Elevate Accounting OperationsDirect daily accounting and financial reporting activities, including month-end close, balance sheet reviews, and financial statement preparationMaintain oversight of the general ledger and overall financial reporting environmentReview and approve journal entries and monthly account reconciliationsDrive Compliance & Strengthen ControlsSupport the design, documentation, and testing of internal controlsEnsure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements and corporate accounting policiesOversee preparation and timely submission of quarterly and annual Statutory filingsCoordinate annual Statutory and GAAP audits and serve as primary liaison to external auditors and regulatorsProvide Technical Accounting LeadershipResearch complex accounting matters and provide recommendations in accordance with Statutory accounting principles and US GAAPPrepare monthly financial statements, variance analyses, and executive management reportingSupport capital adequacy assessments and respond to regulatory and rating agency inquiriesDevelop & Mentor TalentSupervise, mentor, and develop accounting team members, including temporary staff and internsFoster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growthWhat You BringBachelor’s degree in Accounting (CPA strongly preferred)7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including a minimum of 5+ years within Property & Casualty insurance (REQUIRED)Strong expertise in Statutory accounting principles and US GAAP within an insurance environmentDemonstrated leadership capability, strategic thinking, and executive-level communication skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven, regulated settingAdvanced Excel proficiencyWhy This Role MattersThis position plays a critical role in safeguarding the integrity of financial reporting within a publicly traded insurance organization. You will work closely with executive leadership, auditors, regulators, and rating agencies — directly influencing financial strategy while developing and leading a high-performing accounting team.If you bring strong P&C insurance expertise and are ready to step into a visible, high-impact leadership role, we encourage you to apply.Why Join UsPrime location in Tampa Bay’s Westshore District, near Tampa International AirportHighly competitive compensation and benefits packageExecutive visibility and strategic impactDynamic, collaborative, and performance-driven cultureEmployment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Additional screenings (driving history, credit report, etc.) may apply based on position requirements.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.