Assistant Controller

Windward Risk Managers

. Support the Controller in leading accounting and financial reporting functions .

Posted 10/17/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accounting and financial reporting, including month-end close processes, budgeting, and cost analysis. Proficient in advanced Excel for financial modeling and capable of communicating complex financial concepts effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In AccountingActive CPA LicenseMonth-End Close LeadershipAdvanced Excel SkillsBudgeting And Cost Analysis Experience

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingJournal Entry ReviewBalance Sheet ReconciliationVariance AnalysisCost Allocation MethodologiesAudit PreparationFinancial Statement PreparationAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsGeneral Ledger Accounting

Soft Skills

Collaboration Across DepartmentsCommunication Of Financial ConceptsOrganizational SkillsMentoring Junior StaffAbility To Manage Multiple Priorities

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA License

Industry Keywords

Publicly Traded EnvironmentsMulti-Entity EnvironmentsCost AnalysisFinancial ModelsDepartment-Level Budgets

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Controller in leading accounting and financial reporting functions
Oversee month-end close
Prepare monthly internal financial statements and reporting packages
Review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and reports
Develop, analyze, and reconcile commissions reports and statements
Support Accounts Payable and Claims Billing functions as needed
Train and mentor junior staff
Assist with annual audit preparations
Assist with system reviews and process improvements
Lead the annual operating budget process with department heads
Maintain department-level budgets and support models
Prepare monthly budget-to-actual variance analyses
Partner with department leaders to review variances and support corrective actions
Develop, document, and maintain cost allocation methodologies
Reconcile allocated costs to the general ledger and resolve discrepancies
Periodically assess allocation methodologies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting
Active CPA License (Required)
More than five years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in publicly traded and multi-entity environments
Experience in budgeting, cost analysis, and cost allocation
Experience leading month-end close
Strong understanding of financial reporting and meeting deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas and financial models
Solid understanding of general ledger accounting and expense structures
Ability to communicate financial concepts to non-financial audiences
Proven ability to collaborate across departments
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Permanent U.S. work authorization required
Employer sponsorship is not offered now or in the future
Applicants must reside in AL, AR, CA, CT, FL, GA, KY, MO, NC, NV, OH, SC, TN, TX, VA, or WI

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