Assistant Controller
At a glance
Junior Accounting role at Starr. 399 Park Avenue-New York, NY · full-time · $150,000–$200,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Run the Property business close across monthly, quarterly and annual cycles, meeting GAAP, STAT and company requirements
- Build and examine financial statements, schedules and reports for management use and regulatory submissions
- Oversee Property audits and strengthen controls so financial records remain accurate and compliant
- Work with Finance, IT and other teams to improve systems and data, including upgrades, integrations and automation
- Guide junior staff and coordinate with underwriting, claims, actuarial and other partners on financial accuracy
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related area; a master’s degree is an added plus
- At least eight years of progressive accounting or finance work in P&C insurance
- You have prepared and reviewed both GAAP and statutory financial statements
- A CPA is strongly preferred, along with ERP experience such as Workday Financials or a comparable system
Who this fits
This role suits an experienced P&C accounting professional ready to lead close, reporting, audit and staff guidance. You’ll report to the Controller and work across finance and business functions. It is a full-time role.
From the employer
Join Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance with over a century of expertise. We empower our employees to innovate, make impactful decisions, and build lasting client relationships worldwide. At Starr, you'll work in an entrepreneurial culture alongside accessible leaders, leveraging our financial strength and vast industry experience to deliver solutions for our clients, no matter how complex. Grow your career with a rapidly growing company that invests in its people and their ability to drive real progress.
Starr is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to oversee all accounting and financial reporting activities for the Property business. Reporting to the Controller, the Assistant Controller will ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial statements, manage the financial close process, and play a critical role in audit and control processes, system initiatives, and cross-functional support. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise in property & casualty (P&C) insurance accounting, and exceptional communication skills to partner with key stakeholders across multiple functions.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Close
Lead and coordinate the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process for the Property business, ensuring timeliness and compliance with GAAP, STAT and company policies.
Financial Reporting
Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, schedules, and reports for both internal management and external regulatory filings.
Audit & Controls
Manage internal and external audit processes for the Property business; maintain robust internal controls to ensure accuracy, reliability, and compliance with company policies.
Systems/Data/Process Improvement
Partner with Finance, IT, Reinsurance Accounting and other business units to identify and implement process, data, and systems enhancements. Support upgrades and integrations with a focus on data integrity and automation; Workday ERP experience is a plus.
Cross-Functional Support
Collaborate with business partners across underwriting, claims, actuarial, FP&A, Reinsurance and other support functions to ensure financial information accuracy and support business initiatives.
Staff Development
Train, mentor, and provide guidance to junior team members and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master’s degree a plus
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) strongly preferred
- 8+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience within P&C insurance
- Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing GAAP and statutory financial statements
- Prior experience with Workday Financials (or similar ERP systems) strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of internal controls and audit processes
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
- Proven ability to work collaboratively across multiple functions and manage competing priorities
Preferred Skills
- Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities
- High attention to detail with ability to manage competing deadlines
- Comfortable navigating change and driving process improvement
- Advanced Excel and data analysis skills; experience with financial modeling a plus
Salary Range: $150,000 – $200,000
Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.
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