Assistant Controller

Windward Risk Managers

. Manage and support day-to-day accounting activities, including Accounts Payable, Commissions, and Claims Billing functions .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing accounting activities, including Accounts Payable, Commissions, and Claims Billing, while ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with internal controls. Proficient in budgeting, cost analysis, and leading month-end closing processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In AccountingCertified Public Accountant (CPA)Budgeting And Cost AnalysisAdvanced Excel SkillsMonth-End Closing Leadership

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Hard Skills

General Ledger AccountingFinancial ReportingCost Allocation MethodologiesJournal Entry ReviewBalance Sheet ReconciliationVariance AnalysisFinancial Statement PreparationAudit PreparationCommissions ReportingFinancial Modeling

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Industry Keywords

Publicly Traded CompaniesMulti-Company EnvironmentFinancial DisciplineInternal ControlsCost Structures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and support day-to-day accounting activities, including Accounts Payable, Commissions, and Claims Billing functions
Manage the GL Accounting team with month-end closing activities
Produce company financial statements
Support the Finance Controller with financial reporting, audits, budgeting, cost allocation, and internal controls
Lead month-end closing and prepare internal monthly financial statements and packages
Review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and reports
Develop, analyze, and reconcile commissions reports and statements
Support Accounts Payable and Claims Billing functions
Train and mentor junior staff
Assist with annual audit preparations
Assist with system reviews for process and reporting improvements
Lead the annual operating budget process with department heads
Maintain department-level budgets within the financial system and supporting models
Prepare monthly budget-to-actual variance analyses and identify key drivers and trends
Partner with department leaders to review variances, validate explanations, and support corrective action
Ensure budgets align with approved organizational objectives and cost structures
Develop, document, and maintain cost allocation methodologies
Ensure consistent and accurate cost allocations in accordance with internal policies
Reconcile allocated costs to the general ledger and resolve discrepancies
Periodically assess allocation methodologies for appropriateness and transparency
Perform other duties as required and assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
More than five years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in publicly traded companies and multi company environment
Experience in budgeting, cost analysis, and cost allocation
Experience leading month close
Strong understanding of month end close and adherence to meeting deadlines
Ability to multi task and adapt to changing priorities
Strong analytical and problem solving skills with attention to detail
Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas and financial models
Solid understanding of general ledger accounting and expense structures
Ability to clearly communicate financial concepts to non financial audiences
Proven ability to work collaboratively across departments while maintaining financial discipline
Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Must reside in one of the following states: Alabama, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Missouri, North Carolina, Nevada, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, or Wisconsin
Permanent U.S. work authorization required; employer sponsorship is not offered now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% employer paid health insurance for employees
Up to 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting
Long-term and short-term disability insurance
3 weeks PTO to start
Generous paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
Collaborative and growth focused culture