Controller

Controller Position

Acadia Insurance is a regional property casualty insurer with offices throughout the Northeast. As a member of W.R. Berkley Corporation, one of the largest property casualty insurance holding companies in the United States, our financial strength and integrity are two of the main reasons why Independent Agents place business with us. Acadia is rated A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best, with an A+ claim paying ability rating by Standard & Poor's. At Acadia, we value our employees, our customers and our communities. Employees at Acadia are part of a progressive company where everyone can make a difference. We promote an inclusive environment which encourages continuous learning and the chance to grow and develop.

Are you a seasoned financial leader with a passion for innovation and precision? We're looking for a Controller to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of our organization.

As Controller, you'll bring your insurance accounting expertise and strategic mindset to oversee all financial operations, lead a high-performing team, and ensure the timely and accurate reporting of financial statements. You'll work closely with executive leadership, contribute to strategic planning, and drive process improvements that enhance efficiency and insight across the company.

What You'll Do:

• Lead the preparation and analysis of GAAP and Statutory financial statements
• Manage the General Ledger and ERP systems, ensuring timely monthly and quarterly closes
• Aggregate and analyze data from multiple systems to deliver actionable insights
• Present financial results and strategic recommendations to executive leadership
• Oversee internal controls, SOX compliance, and audit processes
• Drive continuous improvement in financial operations and reporting
• Mentor and develop a talented finance team
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and our parent company on strategic initiatives

Qualifications

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA/CPCU a plus)
• 10+ years of finance/accounting experience, including 5+ years in leadership
• Deep knowledge of insurance industry accounting and general ledger operations
• Experience with ERP systems and financial technologies (e.g., Essbase, OBIEE, VENA, PeopleSoft, PowerBI)
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex data into clear insights
• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills
• A proactive, innovative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

Why Join Us?

• Be a key advisor to the CFO and executive leadership
• Lead meaningful financial transformation projects
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, and forward-thinking environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• A company culture that values integrity, innovation, and impact

Additional Company Details

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies or firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees including: Eligible to participate in annual discretionary bonus Benefits include: Health, dental, vision, dental, life, disability, wellness, paid time off, 401(k) and profit-sharing plans The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.

Sponsorship Details

Sponsorship not Offered for this Role