Assistant Vice President & Controller
Job in
Hartford, Hartford County, Connecticut, 06132, USA
Listed on 2026-06-13
Listing for:
The Hartford
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-13
Job specializations:
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Finance & Banking
Financial Manager, Risk Manager/Analyst, CFO, Financial Compliance -
Management
Financial Manager, Risk Manager/Analyst, CFO
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We're determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals - and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.
** 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.
** Scope of Responsibility:*
* + 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.*
* *
* Key Responsibilities:
*
* ** Financial Reporting & Booking Excellence:*
* + 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.
** External Reporting & Disclosure:*
* + 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.
** Governance, Controls &
Risk Management:
*
* + 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.
** Cross-Functional Leadership & Enterprise Influence:*
* + 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** .
** Strategic Process Improvement & Transformation:*
* + 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.*
* ** Talent Leadership & Team Development:*
* + 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.
** Executive Communication & Stakeholder Management:*
* + 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…
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