Gallagher · 19 hours ago
Controller
Jefferson City, MO
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expGallagher is a global leader in insurance, risk management, and consulting, seeking an experienced Controller to join their team. The Controller will oversee the strategic management of financial operations, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting and compliance while driving improvements across accounting systems and processes.
ConsultingFinancial ServicesInsuranceManagement ConsultingRisk Management
Hiring Manager
Christopher Story
Responsibilities
Prepare, review, and post monthly journal entries and financial statements
Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, including reconciliations and adjustments
Oversee general ledger activity and ensure accuracy of recorded transactions
Monitor and explain fluctuations in financial statements across MTD, QTD, and YTD periods
Coordinate with external auditors and prepare required documentation for year-end audits
Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal control policies
Collaborate with department heads to develop annual budgets and forecast revisions
Analyze budget performance and identify cost-saving opportunities
Supervise Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operations
Train, mentor, and oversee accounting team members
Provide support across departments during staff absences or project demands
Communicate effectively with internal teams and vendors to gather financial data
Respond to inquiries from senior management and support ad hoc financial analysis
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (Accounting or Finance) and 5 years related experience required
Preferred
Adept in leading accounting platforms, and various industry-specific software
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, v-lookups, and financial modeling
Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, with a minimum of five years of accounting experience, with at least 2 in a leadership or supervisory capacity
Prior experience within the insurance industry is helpful Insurance industry or pool accounting experience
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
Life and accident insurance
401(K) and Roth options
Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
Educational expense reimbursement
Paid parental leave
Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
Training programs
Gallagher Thrive program - elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
Charitable matching gift program
And more...
Company
Gallagher
Gallagher is an international insurance brokerage and risk management services firm.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (32)
2022 (45)
2021 (36)
2020 (15)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$9.7B2024-12-09Post Ipo Equity· $8.5B
2023-06-22Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
1984-06-29IPO
Leadership Team
Alec Herring
Area Senior Vice President
Mark Gresser
Executive Vice President
Recent News
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