SVP – Controller

Arch Capital Group Ltd.

. Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $188,900 - $293,250 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and accounting standards while leading financial close processes and overseeing complex accounting matters. Proven ability to develop high-performing teams and drive finance transformation through process automation and performance metrics.

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U.S. GAAP KnowledgeFinancial Reporting ExperienceCPA CertificationLeadership in AccountingInsurance Accounting Expertise

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Hard Skills

Financial Close ProcessesGeneral Ledger ActivitiesJournal EntriesFinancial Statement PreparationExpense ManagementPerformance AnalysisTechnical AccountingMergers and Acquisitions AnalysisFinancial Control DesignProcess Automation

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Financial Control EnvironmentInternal AuditSOX ComplianceRisk ManagementStatutory Accounting Principles

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
Maintain accounting policies, procedures, governance, and a strong financial control environment
Oversee general ledger activities, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation
Oversee expense activities and relationships with Treasury and Accounts Payable
Oversee GAAP financial statements, MD&A, segment reporting, audited financial statements, footnote disclosures, and external audits
Oversee annual planning, periodic reforecasts, and performance analysis
Review materials presented to the Boards of Directors
Lead complex accounting matters involving insurance, reinsurance, investments, acquisitions, dispositions, and non-routine transactions
Monitor accounting developments and implement new accounting standards and regulatory requirements
Oversee financial control design, documentation, execution, and improvement
Partner with Internal Audit, SOX, Risk, Compliance, ERM, and other control functions
Analyze potential mergers and acquisitions and oversee acquisition integration
Lead, develop, and retain a high-performing accounting organization
Drive finance transformation, process automation, data quality, financial systems, reporting capabilities, and performance metrics

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
CPA strongly preferred
Significant progressive accounting and financial reporting experience, including leadership experience in a complex organization
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements
Substantial experience with insurance accounting and statutory accounting principles is strongly preferred
Experience leading financial close, external audit, internal controls, and technical accounting activities
Demonstrated ability to evaluate complex accounting matters and communicate conclusions to executive audiences
Experience leading and developing accounting professionals
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Multiple medical plans plus dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Competitive 401k with generous matching
PTO beginning at 20 days per year
Up to 12 paid company holidays per year
2 paid days of Volunteer Time Off
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Paid Parental Leave of up to 10 weeks
Student Loan Assistance
Tuition Reimbursement
Backup Child and Elder Care