Controller

USA Underwriters Insurance Company, a rapidly growing and financially stable property and casualty insurer domiciled in Michigan, is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee the financial and accounting operations of our insurance carrier. This position reports to the Vice President of Finance and offers the opportunity to work closely with executives and play a pivotal role in driving the company's success.

Key Responsibilities

• General Ledger Management: Oversee all aspects of the general ledger in accordance with Statutory Accounting Principles, including preparing and approving journal entries, analysis, and reconciliations
• Treasury Oversight/Cash Optimization: Monitor and manage incoming and outgoing cash to ensure optimal movement of funds between operating cash and investments, maximizing investment income
• Financial Reporting: Prepare the quarterly and annual "yellow book" statutory financial statements and annual Risk Based Capital ("RBC") filed with MI Department of Insurance
• Audit Support: Support the audit process by responding to inquiries and providing documentation as requested
• Internal Controls: Constantly assess risk and develop and monitor internal controls to minimize financial risk and safeguard assets effectively
• Regulatory Compliance: Be proactive in ensuring all statutory and regulatory requirements are met timely
• Project Management: Balance daily responsibilities with company projects and strategic initiatives as they arise
• Team Contribution: Manage direct report and execute other duties aligned with the role of an accounting professional

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, CPA highly preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience; statutory insurance accounting experience strongly preferred
• Reinsurance and investments accounting experience preferred
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook. Clearwater and Sage Intacct experience a plus
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively

Job Type and Location:

• Full-time, in-office work setting based in our downtown Birmingham, MI office

Physical Demands

· Sit for long periods of time

· Repeat the same movements

· Use of hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls

This position requires strong organizational and coordination skills and the ability to work independently. The ideal candidate is a quick learner, a team player, proactive, and goal-oriented with excellent communication skills, succinct writing ability, strong analytical skills, and advanced computer/technology skills.

Pay: $78, $95,007.18 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $95,007