Assistant Controller

Description

• Flexibility that fits your life, including work-from-home options
• Paid time off driven by results and well-being, not a fixed number of days
• A fun, collaborative environment
• Support for continued learning and career growth
• A culture based on trust, accountability, and bringing your whole self to work

• Flexibility that fits your life, including work-from-home options
• Paid time off driven by results and well-being, not a fixed number of days
• A fun, collaborative environment
• Support for continued learning and career growth
• A culture based on trust, accountability, and bringing your whole self to work

As an Assistant Controller at FNIC, you'll play a key role in ensuring the financial health of our organization while leading and developing a talented team. This position combines hands-on accounting responsibilities with leadership opportunities, process improvement initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration—making a meaningful impact on both our employees and our business.

You will...

• Assist CFO in the overall direction of department including organization of staff, establishment and monitoring of objectives and staff performance
• Provide a comprehensive monthly business review for each division of the company, analyzing budget vs actual results and providing a narrative explaining the story behind the results
• Assist in the development and implementation of automation projects as needed
• Perform quality reviews to ensure all departmental procedures are being followed and automation tools are being used effectively
• Assist in the identification of departmental staffing needs, including participation in the selection and hiring process
• Provide work direction, training/development, and manage the performance of all direct reports
• Participate in company and inter-departmental business activities and committees as needed
• Administer timely and effective performance management, including salary administration
• Ensure completion and accuracy of the general ledger
• Reconcile and pay insurer payables
• Prepare required journal entries and financial statements on a monthly basis
• Monitor cash positions daily and reconcile all bank accounts monthly
• Prepare quarterly reporting requirements and monthly Use Tax filing.
• Assist in the preparation, filing, and reconciliation of federal, state, and local tax returns and related regulatory filings (i.e., surplus lines tax, excise tax, and 1099s)
• Assist Human Resources with the preparation, input, and processing of semi-monthly payroll
• Assist in the preparation of year-end work papers for any audits and tax filings
• Assist in the preparation of the agency budget
• Complete monthly transaction recording deadlines in order to maximize department effectiveness
• Assist sales and sales support with daily issues as they relate to the accounting function
• Assist in the effective management of capital and operating expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility and cost effectiveness; ensure compliance with applicable sales and use tax laws
• Any other special projects and duties as assigned

While We Expect a Lot From Our Employees At FNIC, We Believe In Giving Just As Much In Return. Here’s What You Can Expect When You Join Our Team

• Competitive Pay:
  We offer market-competitive compensation packages that reflect your experience, expertise, and the value you bring to our clients and teams.
• Benefits You Can Rely On:
  Health, dental, and vision insurance, HSA with employer contributions, 401(k) match, employer-paid disability coverage, and life insurance.
• Freestyle PTO & Work-Life Balance:
  Our trust-based and freestyle time-off approach removes PTO banks and offers flexible telecommuting options.
• Dress for Your Day:
  Whether you’re client-facing or behind the scenes, we encourage you to dress in a way that helps you feel comfortable and confident.
• Invested in Your Development:
  We support continuous learning through tuition reimbursement, training opportunities, and career growth paths across FNIC.
• A Workplace That Cares:
  Access mental health support through our EAP, virtual fitness classes, in-office gym access (Omaha), and a culture that…