Assistant Controller

This job is with Marsh McLennan, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.

Marsh McLennan is seeking candidates for an Assistant Controller position to be based in our New York / Urbandale office.

The MMC Assistant Controller is responsible for all activities of the controllership function in the operating company with oversight for general accounting, financial reporting and financial systems. This role "co-owns" all accounting decisions for the operating company and reports to the MMC Opco Controller.

The Assistant Controller is specifically responsible for the day-to-day activities of the controllership function in the assigned operating company and ensures that financial information is complete, accurate, and delivered timely. The Assistant Controller is also responsible for and ensures that the company's internal controls and financial compliance responsibilities are met.

What can you expect :

Constant Challenge - Work in a fast-paced environment in a company with strong values.

Visibility - Own the financials and have detailed involvement in the business.

Opportunity - Lead change through superior financial management.

Team Culture - Collaborative group of top-notch professionals and stakeholders.

We will count on you to :

Ensure financial information is complete, accurate and delivered on time.

Be accountable for the basics including the control environment, the trial balance, all accounting decisions and the quality of commentary, analysis and reporting.

Be responsible for quality and accuracy of the financials, all related accounting decisions, integrity of internal control compliance, timeliness and quality of all routine submissions including statutory filings and internal and external audits.

Be able to quickly attain deep technical knowledge across multiple revenue streams while actively cascading that knowledge to help build strong and well-informed operational and project teams.

Be responsible for continuously identifying more efficient and effective ways of operating to secure cross-Opco efficiencies, reduce wastage, improve speed and enhance quality.

Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, drive execution while being collaborative and promote a team environment.

Set clear targets that take account of differing priorities of stakeholders and holds others accountable for the quality of support and overall stakeholder satisfaction.

Provide strong proactive support to operating company controller. Supports the resolution of technical accounting matters including research and documentation and liaises closely with accounting operations team.

Achieve and maintain sufficient awareness of operating company risks, operational issues and challenges to allow for proactive intervention when required and provide detailed updates to senior management.

Be responsible for achieving closing timetables, oversee and adhere to regulatory, statutory and tax requirements.

Maintain a strong stakeholder engagement collaborating with other finance and business colleagues in day-to-day operations and special projects.

Deliver continuous improvement.

Provide and oversee financial information for the country functions and infrastructure including firm wide initiatives.

Streamline and standardize financial activities and procedures to improve efficiency.

What you need to have :

Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.

CPA required.

Minimum of 8

years of accounting and / or controllership experience.

What makes you stand out :

Big 4 public accounting experience.

Technical proficiency in US GAAP and local requirements and legislation.

Services industry experience.

Insurance industry / consulting experience.

ASC 606 experience.

Proven experience leading and driving change in a matrix organization going through transformation.

Ability to drive consistent execution.

Strong interpersonal skills.

Stakeholder management and engagement experience.

Ability to interface with others while working in a matrix organization.

Ability to manage multiple deliverables and meet targeted deadlines.

Strong internal control background.

Can juggle multiple and changing priorities.

Be proactive.

Demonstrable good judgement.

Why join our team :

We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work, and supportive leaders.

We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have an impact for colleagues, clients, and communities.

Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.

Marsh McLennan (NYSE : MMC) is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses : Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marshmclennan.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex / gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting reasonableaccommodations@mmc.com.

Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one "anchor day" per week on which their full team will be together in person.

The applicable base salary range for this role is $112,900 to $225,500.

The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.