AVP & Assistant Controller

Responsible for the timely and accurate reporting of financial results, monthly, quarterly and annual close activities and reporting.  In addition, assist with financial analysis, planning and forecasting and support with business transactions.  Lead an accounting staff, providing leadership and accountability for accounting and financial reporting.  Provide support to the Controller, Chief Accounting Officer (CAO), Chief Financial Officer (CFO), and parent company finance teams and subsidiaries and will be relied upon to provide financial insights from a corporate perspective to help drive strategic decisions and work on special projects as needed. 

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field is required or equivalent work experience
• Master’s degree in Accounting or Tax desired
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
• 10+ years of accounting and financial management experience with a combination of Big 4 public accounting and industry experience
• 5+ years in the insurance industry preferred

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong financial analysis skills
• Superior knowledge of statutory accounting principles, generally accepted accounting principles, and international accounting/financial reporting standards
• Ability to assess, monitor, and ensure compliance with technical accounting requirements, including the implementation of policies and procedures as appropriate
• Strong leadership and communication skills and deep knowledge about the financial aspects of the industry
• Effective problem solver, who anticipates issues, and seeks out and analyzes information collaboratively to propose solutions
• Strong time management skills
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects at once. Preferably someone who has worked on process reengineering /improvements initiatives, including implementing new systems, process and controls
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Skilled in PowerPoint, Excel and Word
• Ability to influence key stakeholders. High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation

At The Hartford Steam Boiler, a subsidiary of Munich Re, we see Diversity and Inclusion as a solution to the challenges and opportunities all around us. Our goal is to foster an inclusive culture and build a workforce that reflects the customers we serve and the communities in which we live and work. We strive to provide a workplace where all of our colleagues feel respected, valued and empowered to achieve their very best every day. We recruit and develop talent with a focus on providing our customers the most innovative products and services.   

We are an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.  The work environment characteristics, and any physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.  Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.