Assistant Controller

Description We are looking for an Assistant Controller to join a well-established insurance organization in West Des Moines, Iowa. This hybrid role is suited for an experienced accounting specialist who can balance hands-on operational accounting with broader financial reporting responsibilities. The position will begin with strong involvement in core accounting activities and gradually expand into statutory reporting, compliance, and cross-functional financial projects.

Responsibilities:

- Lead oversight of accounts payable and accounts receivable activities to support accurate and timely transaction processing.

- Step in to assist the accounting team with daily operational needs, including workload support during absences or peak volume periods.

- Perform recurring account reconciliations on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis to maintain accuracy across financial records.

- Manage assigned month-end close tasks, including journal entries, account analysis, and ledger review.

- Prepare and review financial statements throughout the month, quarter, and year in alignment with statutory accounting requirements.

- Contribute to regulatory reporting by supporting annual and quarterly filings, related schedules, and management reporting packages.

- Partner on initiatives involving unclaimed property compliance, vendor administration, reinsurance billing, and cash application workflows.

- Coordinate with auditors, regulators, and internal departments such as claims, underwriting, and actuarial teams to validate financial data and strengthen reporting processes.

- Support accounting system and process improvements, including work tied to claims payment system migration and control enhancements. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.

- At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience required.

- Prior leadership or management experience in an accounting environment required.

- Strong background in month-end close, general ledger activity, and financial reporting.

- Experience supporting financial statement audits and maintaining sound internal controls.

- Insurance industry experience strongly preferred.

- Familiarity with statutory accounting and regulatory reporting is highly preferred.

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