We are partnering with a well-established insurance organization seeking a Business Controls Manager to lead and strengthen its internal controls framework. This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for a professional with a strong life insurance background and hands-on experience with ICFR, SOX, and/or Model Audit Rule (MAR) frameworks.
This role will partner closely with Finance, Operations, Technology, and senior leadership to evaluate risks, improve processes, implement effective controls, and support a strong governance environment.
What You Will Do
- Lead and enhance the organization’s internal controls framework, ensuring effective governance and risk mitigation.
- Own ICFR, SOX, and MAR-related risk assessments, control scoping, testing coordination, and ongoing monitoring activities.
- Partner with Finance, Operations, and Technology teams on new initiatives, system implementations, process changes, and regulatory or accounting updates to ensure appropriate controls are designed and maintained.
- Identify control gaps and process improvement opportunities, driving remediation efforts and sustainable solutions.
- Support internal and external audits, including walkthroughs, testing support, issue remediation, and control documentation.
- Advise senior stakeholders on controls best practices and help foster a strong culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Contribute to the ongoing evolution of the company’s controls governance model and operating framework.
What We Are Looking For
Required Experience
- Experience in Internal Controls, Internal Audit, SOX compliance, Risk Management, Public Accounting, or a related field.
- Prior experience within the Life Insurance industry is required or working with life insurance clients.
- Strong experience with ICFR, SOX, and/or Model Audit Rule (MAR) programs.
- Experience assessing financial and operational risks, identifying control deficiencies, and driving remediation efforts.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with Finance, Operations, Technology, and executive leadership teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of U.S. Statutory Accounting principles; GAAP experience is a plus.
- Experience supporting internal and external audits.
- CPA, CIA, CISA, or similar professional certification preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
Why This Opportunity?
- High-visibility leadership role with significant exposure to senior executives.
- Opportunity to shape and enhance an enterprise-wide controls environment.
- Cross-functional role with meaningful impact across Finance, Operations, and Technology.
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and long-term career growth opportunities.
