Assistant Controller

At Veracity, we aim to be a different kind of insurance partner – one that is free from outside investors, venture capital, or the pressures of a corporate parent.

Ours is a culture of empowerment – one that believes in effort, results, and accountability. We believe that transparency fosters trust, trust fosters growth, and that growth drives innovation. Our commitment to rigorous evaluation and relentless execution lead to rapid evolution.

We answer only to the small business owners we serve, and this independence allows us to stay focused on what matters most: helping their businesses thrive by providing expert guidance and best-in-class insurance policies.

We’re growing fast and want you to be a part of it!

We're seeking a detail-oriented and technically sharp Assistant Controller to join our team. Reporting to the Controller, this remote role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records through journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, accounts payable approvals, payment system administration, and month-end close activities.

The Assistant Controller serves as the primary owner of the carrier reporting and bordereaux reconciliation process, ensuring policy-level reporting is accurate, complete, and properly reconciled before submission to carrier partners. This role acts as a liaison among the Data, Finance, Product, and Program departments to identify reporting discrepancies, investigate root causes, and coordinate solutions. The Assistant Controller partners across the organization to resolve issues and ensure financial and policy information is accurate, complete, and properly recorded.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the primary owner of the carrier reporting and bordereaux reconciliation process, reviewing policy-level reporting, commissions, and related payment activity for accuracy and completeness.

Act as a liaison among the Data, Finance, Product, and Program departments to identify discrepancies, determine root causes, and coordinate timely solutions with internal teams and carrier partners

Lead or support the implementation and improvement of accounting, reporting, and operational workflows by leveraging technology, automation, and AI to enhance efficiency, accuracy, scalability, and internal controls

Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to ensure account accuracy

Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes

Review and approve accounts payable invoices, expense reports, and payment requests in accordance with company policies

Manage the company's payment platform (Ramp) – including user administration, expense management, policy enforcement, and invoice approval workflows

Monitor and reconcile banking activity and assist with ACH payments, wire transfers, and positive pay approvals

Maintain general ledger accounts and supporting documentation

Prepare, review, and post journal entries to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting

Collaborate with departments across the organization to identify and resolve inaccurate or incomplete information affecting financial reporting and accounting records

Analyze financial data and account activity to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for process improvement

Support internal and external audit requests by preparing schedules and supporting documentation

Assist in maintaining and enhancing accounting procedures and internal controls

Ensure compliance with accounting standards, insurance regulations, trust accounting requirements, and company policies

Utilize advanced Excel functions including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and other data analysis tools

Support special projects, system implementations, and process improvement initiatives as assigned

Required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned

Requirements and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required

5+ years of progressive accounting experience including general ledger accounting, reconciliations, accounts payable, and financial reporting

Experience with month-end close processes required

Insurance industry experience required

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, accounting software, and financial databases – with the ability to manipulate and analyze large volumes of financial data

Strong understanding of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations

Experience with accounting systems, expense management platforms, and financial reporting tools preferred

Knowledge of trust accounting and trust laws preferred

CPA license or active progress toward CPA required

Public accounting experience preferred

Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across finance, operations, and cross-functional teams

High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities under deadline pressure

Perks

Health, dental, and vision plans

Amazing work-life balance with 4 weeks of Paid Time Off

10 Paid Company Holidays with 2 floating holidays

401K Programs with employer match

Personal assistance programs for support in a healthy personal and work life

Why Veracity?

Here at Veracity, you’ll be part of a team of trailblazers and visionaries. We’re not just revolutionizing the way people “do” insurance; we are creating a whole new paradigm. Here, you will experience a vibrant and inclusive workplace where your ideas matter! With us, you have a chance to:

Engage in groundbreaking projects that are reshaping the insurance landscape

Collaborate with a group of dedicated, like-minded professionals

Experience a culture that prioritizes growth and development

Compensation Range: $110k/yr - $120k/yr

We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. 

If you need accommodation, please let us know during the interview process.

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