Assistant Vice President & Controller

AVP & Controller - FE05CE
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Role Summary:

• The AVP & Controller, Financial Reporting and Booking lead the Reporting & Booking function within Actuarial Reserving, with accountability for the accuracy, integrity, and transparency of Loss and LAE financial results.
• This role provides end-to-end oversight of reserving-related financial reporting, including GAAP and Statutory booking, disclosures, and variance analysis, supporting a $24B+ net Loss and LAE IBNR portfolio (as of 12/31/2025). The team's work product has significant internal and external visibility, supporting senior leadership, Board reporting, and external financials.
• As a enterprise leader, this individual leads a team of up to 6 professionals, operates as a key integrator across Finance and Actuarial and drives continuous improvement and modernization of reserving-related booking and reporting processes.

• End-to-end ownership of financial reporting and booking of Loss and LAE reserves, including GAAP and Statutory results.
• Direct leadership of a team of 6 finance/accounting professionals.
• Financial accountability for $24B+ in net Loss and LAE IBNR reserves.
• High-impact role supporting monthly close, quarterly earnings, Board reporting, and external disclosures.
• Enterprise-wide influence across Actuarial (Ongoing & Runoff), FP&A, Reinsurance Accounting, and Accounting Operations.
• Significant visibility within the Actuarial and Finance organizations and with senior leadership.

• Lead the monthly and quarterly close processes for Loss and LAE reserves, ensuring accurate and timely financials.
• Oversee booking of IBNR and related reserves across GAAP and Statutory financials, ensuring alignment with actuarial selections.
• Analyze and explain variances to plan and prior periods providing clear insights to stakeholders.

• Lead preparation and review of Actuarial driven GAAP and Statutory disclosures, including reserve tables, GAAP triangles, Schedule P, and Actuarial Opinion support.
• Provide financial information supporting 10-K, Annual Statements, and regulatory filings.
• Develop materials for Board of Directors, audit committees, and external stakeholders (e.g., analysts, rating agencies).
• Ensure clear, accurate communication of reserving results and key drivers of change.

• Maintain strong financial controls, governance, and SOX compliance across booking and reserving processes.
• Ensure audit readiness and compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and mitigate financial, operational, and reputational risks related to IBNR reserve reporting.
• Strengthen control environment by enhancing documentation, consistency, and transparency.

• Partner closely with Actuarial, FP&A, Reinsurance, and Finance leadership to align financial results and resolve complex issues.
• Serve as a trusted advisor, translating actuarial results into financial insights for decision-making.
• Influence prioritization of work and initiatives across functions to deliver enterprise outcomes.
• Support strategic decision-making through analysis of financial performance, trends, and reserving impacts.

• Lead initiatives to modernize booking and reporting processes, including automation and simplification.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Drive adoption of new tools, technologies, and data capabilities across booking and reporting processes.
• Contribute to broader Finance and Actuarial transformation efforts.

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of up to 6 team members, fostering a high-performing and inclusive culture.
• Set clear expectations, provide regular feedback, and support career development and succession planning.
• Promote strong engagement, collaboration, and accountability across the team.
• Build capabilities aligned to future Finance and Actuarial needs.

• Communicate complex financial results to senior leadership in a clear and concise manner.
• Prepare and present financial insights, and variance analysis to executives.
• Support discussions with Board, audit committees, and external stakeholders.
• Provide fact-based recommendations and actionable insights.

• Lead with Inspiration - Develops and motivates high-performing teams; invests in talent and builds an inclusive, engaging environment.
• Lead with Aspiration - Thinks strategically, challenges the status quo, and drives forward-looking solutions.
• Lead with Impact - Delivers results through collaboration, disciplined execution, and enterprise thinking.
• Lead with Authenticity - Communicates with transparency and candor, building trust and navigating complex decisions effectively.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA a plus).
• Significant experience (10+ years) in insurance financial reporting or accounting including knowledge of premium and losses.
• Deep knowledge of GAAP and Statutory reporting, IBNR concepts, and financial controls.
• Demonstrated success in leading and developing teams, with 5+ years of direct people management experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proven ability to influence across functions and communicate with senior leadership.