Controller

MSIG USA continues to grow! Company Overview: MSIG USA is the US-based subsidiary ofMS&AD Insurance Group Holdings, Inc., one of the world’s top P&C carriers and a global Class 15 insurer, with A+ ratings and a reach that spans 40+ countries and regions. Leveraging our 350-year heritage, MSIG USA brings the financial strength, expertise, and global footprint to offer commercial insurance solutions that address your business’s unique risks. Oversees the financial reporting and analysis of Statutory and GAAP financial statements for MSIGH companies. Leads tax compliance, financial reporting controls, and the assessment and implementation of new products, processes, and systems. Provides enterprise-wide leadership across the Finance function, partners with senior leadership on business strategy and organizational priorities, and develops high-performing teams and future leaders. Demonstrates the strategic perspective, judgment, executive presence, and leadership breadth to assume increasingly broad enterprise responsibilities over time. Essential Functions Lead, develop, and manage the Tax and Corporate Accounting functions. Direct the preparation of federal and state tax accruals for MSIGH companies and ensure accurate, timely data supports tax return preparation and compliance. Establish procedures for collecting data to support sales and use tax, property tax, and 1099 reporting. Direct the preparation of premium taxes, surcharges, and assessments, and collaborate with IT and operational teams on data requirements. Oversee Statutory financial statement preparation and regulatory reporting, including reporting with the NAIC. Review financial statements, analytical reports, reconciliations, and controls to ensure fair and complete presentation of financial results. Monitor regulatory changes, assess their financial impact, and keep the Chief Financial Officer informed. Participate in quarterly loss reserve reviews and provide analysis supporting Reserve Committee recommendations regarding IBNR loss reserves. Oversee quarterly GAAP financial statement preparation and analyze individual company and consolidated results before executive review. Coordinate Accounting and Treasury activities supporting consolidated financial reporting to Tokyo Head Office. Direct the development, documentation, and maintenance of financial reporting controls and support the Financial Division’s self-audits. Coordinate with external auditors, actuaries, insurance examiners, and tax authorities; address findings, remediate issues, and elevate significant matters to senior management. Assess the tax impact of proposed Company transactions and seek to minimize corporate tax liability in accordance with applicable regulations. i Leads and manages the Corporate Accounting and Tax teams, with responsibility for organizational structure, staffing, and team capability aligned with evolving business needs. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws, including hiring, training, directing work, performance management, employee development, and resolving workplace concerns. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and Experience Required Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Minimum of 10 years of related experience. Minimum of 5 years of experience in a property and casualty insurance environment. At least 5 years of experience in a management or officer role. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong understanding of accounting theory and practice, including Statutory and GAAP reporting. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical journals, financial reports, legal documents, and regulatory guidance. Ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership, boards, regulators, auditors, and other key stakeholders. Strong analytical, reasoning, statistical, and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, build alignment across functions, and make sound decisions in complex and evolving situations. Enterprise mindset, strong business acumen, executive presence, and the ability to translate strategy into results. Proven ability to develop leaders, build succession depth, lead change, and assume broader organizational responsibilities as business needs evolve. Strong organizational, motivational, interpersonal, presentation, and decision-making skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and use standard spreadsheet and word-processing applications; knowledge of Freedom Accounting software is beneficial. e CPA and/or CPCU certification. Competencies It's an exciting time for our company and a great opportunity to join a financially sound and growing global insurance group! It is the policy of MSIG USA to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, MSIG USA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr