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About the Role Reporting to AIG’s Head of Consolidations, the Assistant Director, General Insurance US Controller, scope of this role has two foundational elements: first, financial and operational controllership for multiple legal entities, including capital activities; and second, broad-based coordination across Controllership and FP&A to achieve common financial close and reporting objectives. The ideal candidate will bring bedrock skills in controlling, analysis and financial reporting in the insurance industry; the breadth and profile of this role will provide tremendous opportunities to grow those skills and develop within AIG’s Controllership function.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end legal entity financial close of multiple US legal entities and provide ongoing review and oversight of Controllership to ensure accuracy of financial statements and related disclosures (transaction processing, accruals, reconciliations, financial reporting).
Review significant accounting judgments produced by the Controllership; coordinate with various disciplines, including Insurance, Actuarial and Reinsurance accounting, to understand and validate appropriateness of other critical accounting estimates within results that have relevance to the legal entities.
Develop and then deploy an advanced knowledge of AIG’s reporting systems to respond quickly to ad hoc requests for analysis from senior management; think critically about how to anticipate future requests and industrialize process to support efficient delivery.
Preparation of decks, exhibits and supporting materials on a quarterly basis.
Support, contribute and/or lead projects and workstreams associated with significant transactions and ad hoc activities, such as acquisitions, re-segmentations, capital transactions, etc.
Ongoing partnership with Finance Operations teams to develop and drive enhancements to systems and reporting tools that promote efficiency in the close, global consistency in accounting and timely/robust analysis of outputs.
Ensure timely and effective execution of all relevant internal controls supporting the legal entity financials, including systems and data governance, transactional controls, key reconciliations and analytical reviews.
Mentor staff and support long term, strategic career development opportunities for the team.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability to self and team.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA preferred
15+ years of relevant professional experience, particularly leading teams in a controller capacity for a public P&C insurance company
Strong technical accounting experience with P&C insurance companies, including US GAAP and NAIC Stat; comprehensive understanding of the inter-relationships between balance sheet and income statement
Industry business acumen with clear understanding of global macroeconomic and other factors impacting the business that manifest in financial results
Systems-technical acumen, able to grasp management reporting structures and a transformed finance architecture and reporting platform, to extract maximum value in the close
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and collaborate across Finance and operational disciplines; credible with a business unit and segment CFO organization
Experience leading teams in a dynamic, transformational environment where change drives process improvement
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation development and delivery to internal/external boards and executive management
Demonstrated past success at creating or significantly upgrading the function and instilling a culture of continuous process improvement
Compensation and Benefits For positions based in NYC and NJ, the base salary range is $160,000-$195,000. The position is eligible for a bonus under the applicable incentive plan. We offer a range of competitive benefits; a summary can be viewed here: AIG Benefits Overview.
At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.
Benefits and Culture Our Total Rewards Program focuses on health, wellbeing and financial security, as well as professional development, to bring peace of mind to you and your family. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusion and belonging, with Employee Resource Groups and programs that recognize and celebrate diverse talents and perspectives. AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected category. We provide reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please email candidatecare@aig.com.
Functional Area FA - Finance
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full-time
Industries Insurance
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About the Role Reporting to AIG’s Head of Consolidations, the Assistant Director, General Insurance US Controller, scope of this role has two foundational elements: first, financial and operational controllership for multiple legal entities, including capital activities; and second, broad-based coordination across Controllership and FP&A to achieve common financial close and reporting objectives. The ideal candidate will bring bedrock skills in controlling, analysis and financial reporting in the insurance industry; the breadth and profile of this role will provide tremendous opportunities to grow those skills and develop within AIG’s Controllership function.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end legal entity financial close of multiple US legal entities and provide ongoing review and oversight of Controllership to ensure accuracy of financial statements and related disclosures (transaction processing, accruals, reconciliations, financial reporting).
Review significant accounting judgments produced by the Controllership; coordinate with various disciplines, including Insurance, Actuarial and Reinsurance accounting, to understand and validate appropriateness of other critical accounting estimates within results that have relevance to the legal entities.
Develop and then deploy an advanced knowledge of AIG’s reporting systems to respond quickly to ad hoc requests for analysis from senior management; think critically about how to anticipate future requests and industrialize process to support efficient delivery.
Preparation of decks, exhibits and supporting materials on a quarterly basis.
Support, contribute and/or lead projects and workstreams associated with significant transactions and ad hoc activities, such as acquisitions, re-segmentations, capital transactions, etc.
Ongoing partnership with Finance Operations teams to develop and drive enhancements to systems and reporting tools that promote efficiency in the close, global consistency in accounting and timely/robust analysis of outputs.
Ensure timely and effective execution of all relevant internal controls supporting the legal entity financials, including systems and data governance, transactional controls, key reconciliations and analytical reviews.
Mentor staff and support long term, strategic career development opportunities for the team.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability to self and team.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA preferred
15+ years of relevant professional experience, particularly leading teams in a controller capacity for a public P&C insurance company
Strong technical accounting experience with P&C insurance companies, including US GAAP and NAIC Stat; comprehensive understanding of the inter-relationships between balance sheet and income statement
Industry business acumen with clear understanding of global macroeconomic and other factors impacting the business that manifest in financial results
Systems-technical acumen, able to grasp management reporting structures and a transformed finance architecture and reporting platform, to extract maximum value in the close
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and collaborate across Finance and operational disciplines; credible with a business unit and segment CFO organization
Experience leading teams in a dynamic, transformational environment where change drives process improvement
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation development and delivery to internal/external boards and executive management
Demonstrated past success at creating or significantly upgrading the function and instilling a culture of continuous process improvement
Compensation and Benefits For positions based in NYC and NJ, the base salary range is $160,000-$195,000. The position is eligible for a bonus under the applicable incentive plan. We offer a range of competitive benefits; a summary can be viewed here: AIG Benefits Overview.
At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.
Benefits and Culture Our Total Rewards Program focuses on health, wellbeing and financial security, as well as professional development, to bring peace of mind to you and your family. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusion and belonging, with Employee Resource Groups and programs that recognize and celebrate diverse talents and perspectives. AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected category. We provide reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please email candidatecare@aig.com.
Functional Area FA - Finance
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full-time
Industries Insurance
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