Controller in Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts at Barnstable County Mutual Insurance Company

The Controller supports the CFO in managing the accounting operations across three business units, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, compliance with regulations, and effective internal controls. This role requires leadership of the accounting team, preparing financial statements, and assisting with audit and budget processes.

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger and payroll
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for three business units.
• Assist in budget preparation and financial forecasting
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and Statutory accounting rules for insurance carriers
• Support external audits
• Implement and maintain internal controls
• Lead and mentor a team of accountants
• Involvement in special projects
• Manage cash flow and short-term investments
• Maintain banking relationships
• Compile policy and claim data for the reinsurance placement process

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of three years of related accounting experience required.
• GAAP and statutory accounting experience required; insurance industry experience strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and a positive, proactive approach.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Sound judgment, accuracy, follow-through, and the ability to manage competing priorities.

This position is based in our Yarmouth Port, MA office with the option to work a hybrid schedule.