Assistant Vice President & Controller

AVP & Controller - FE05CE

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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 insights.

Leadership Expectations (Hartford Leader Profile):

This leader is expected to role model The Hartford's Behaviors and Leader Profile:

* Lead with Inspiration - Develops and motivates high-performing teams; invests in talent and…