Assistant Controller

Location
New York, NY
Workplace
Hybrid
Employment
Full-time
Compensation
$180k – $210k

About this role

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a detail-oriented, proactive Assistant Controller to join our growing Finance team in New York. Reporting to the Controller and working closely with the CFO, you’ll run critical parts of our accounting operations, from monthly close and reconciliations to audit prep and cross-functional reporting.

You’ll also play a hands-on role in modernizing how our finance team works. We’re rebuilding our processes with AI and automation, and we want someone who is excited to use these tools day to day and to help design better, faster workflows.

This role is ideal for an accounting professional who brings both structure and flexibility, thrives in fast-paced, high-accountability environments, and takes pride in accurate, well-documented work.

Location

This is a hybrid role based in our NYC office.

What You’ll Do

  • Execute the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close, including preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis
  • Prepare and reconcile monthly premium remittances to insurance carrier partners
  • Use AI tools and automation to streamline recurring work such as reconciliations, flux analysis, and reporting, and document improved workflows
  • Partner with the Controller to test, implement, and refine new finance tools and processes
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies across all accounting activities
  • Maintain and strengthen internal controls, including clear documentation of processes and procedures
  • Prepare audit schedules and support the annual financial audit
  • Support the preparation of financial statements and management reports
  • Collaborate with FP&A, Legal, Operations, and Product to ensure accurate financial reporting
  • Assist with regulatory filings, tax compliance, and other ad hoc projects as needed

What You Bring

  • CPA license preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; Master’s a plus
  • 5+ years of relevant experience, ideally including time at a public accounting firm and in insurance or brokerage
  • Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal controls
  • Hands-on proficiency with AI tools in your work, and curiosity about using them to rebuild manual processes
  • Experience with accounting systems such as QuickBooks and NetSuite strongly preferred
  • High attention to detail and excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills
  • Self-starter with a collaborative mindset and ability to operate in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

  • Opportunities to make an impact within a fast growing company
  • Medical, dental, & vision insurance, beginning day one
  • Health savings account with employer contribution
  • Flexible spending accounts (healthcare, dependent care, commuter)
  • 401(k)
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • In-office lunch perk
  • Flexible working hours
  • Paid parental leave
  • Company sponsored short and long term disability

Base Salary

The base salary range is between $180,000 - $210,000 annually.

Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including prior experience, expertise, location and current market data and may vary from the range above.


TheGuarantors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all.

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Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • 401(k)
  • Generous PTO
  • Paid holidays
  • In-office lunch perk
  • Flexible working hours
  • Paid parental leave
  • Short term disability
  • Long term disability