Business Controls Manager

We are partnering with a well‑established insurance organization seeking a Business Controls Manager to lead and strengthen its internal controls framework. This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for a professional with a strong life insurance background and hands‑on experience with ICFR, SOX, and/or Model Audit Rule (MAR) frameworks.

• Lead and enhance the organization's internal controls framework, ensuring effective governance and risk mitigation.
• Own ICFR, SOX, and MAR‑related risk assessments, control scoping, testing coordination, and ongoing monitoring activities.
• Partner with Finance, Operations, and Technology teams on new initiatives, system implementations, process changes, and regulatory or accounting updates to ensure appropriate controls are designed and maintained.
• Identify control gaps and process improvement opportunities, driving remediation efforts and sustainable solutions.
• Support internal and external audits, including walkthroughs, testing support, issue remediation, and control documentation.
• Advise senior stakeholders on controls best practices and help foster a strong culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the ongoing evolution of the company's controls governance model and operating framework.

• Experience in Internal Controls, Internal Audit, SOX compliance, Risk Management, Public Accounting, or a related field.
• Prior experience within the Life Insurance industry is required or working with life insurance clients.
• Strong experience with ICFR, SOX, and/or Model Audit Rule (MAR) programs.
• Experience assessing financial and operational risks, identifying control deficiencies, and driving remediation efforts.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Finance, Operations, Technology, and executive leadership teams.

• Knowledge of U.S. Statutory Accounting principles; GAAP experience is a plus.
• Experience supporting internal and external audits.
• CPA, CIA, CISA, or similar professional certification preferred.
• Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• High‑visibility leadership role with significant exposure to senior executives.
• Opportunity to shape and enhance an enterprise‑wide controls environment.
• Cross‑functional role with meaningful impact across Finance, Operations, and Technology.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and long‑term career growth opportunities.