VP, Corporate Controller

The Mutual Group

. The Vice President, Corporate Controller is a senior finance leader responsible for the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all accounting, reporting and finance operations for The Mutual Group (TMG) and our Member institutions operating in the mutual insurance company industry.

Posted 5/7/2026full-timeIllinois, Iowa, Kansas, New York, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $225,000 - $260,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Vice President, Corporate Controller is a senior finance leader responsible for the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all accounting, reporting and finance operations for The Mutual Group (TMG) and our Member institutions operating in the mutual insurance company industry.
This role oversees enterprise controllership functions, including GAAP and Statutory accounting, treasury operations, reinsurance accounting and administration, tax reporting and compliance, and SOX/SOC control environments.
Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Accounting & FP&A, the VP, Corporate Controller plays a critical role in supporting scalable growth, strengthening financial controls, and meeting the reporting requirements of regulators, auditors, Member institutions, TMG executive leadership, Bain Capital and the Board.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or equivalent combination of training and/or experience required.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required; Master of Business Administration (MBA) or advanced degree preferred.
12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles within an insurance company or regulated financial institution required.
Deep experience with GAAP and Statutory accounting.
Strong understanding of SOX and SOC reporting.
Prior experience in a private equity-backed environment strongly preferred.
Proven ability to scale accounting operations in a growing, multi-entity organization.
Experience at a global public accounting firm and/or public company desired.
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to articulate complex financial matters to executive leaders, regulators, and auditors.
Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and solution-focused.
Strong change leadership and process improvement mindset.
Ability to operate effectively and manage competing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Deep knowledge of GAAP, NAIC Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP) and insurance regulatory reporting.
Strong understanding of insurance operations, reinsurance operations, treasury operations, internal controls, SOX/SOC frameworks, financial data and financial governance.
Demonstrated ability to lead high-performing teams and manage complex financial processes.
Proficiency with financial systems, general ledger platforms, and reporting tools.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salary plus incentive plans for eligible team members
401(K) retirement plan that includes a company match of up to 6% of your eligible salary
Free basic life and AD&D, long-term disability and short-term disability insurance
Medical, dental and vision plans to meet your unique healthcare needs
Wellness incentives
Generous time off program that includes personal, holiday and volunteer paid time off
Flexible work schedules and hybrid/remote options for eligible positions
Educational assistance

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Hard Skills & Tools

GAAPStatutory accountingSOXSOC reportingfinancial operationstax reportingreinsurance accountingfinancial governanceinternal controlsfinancial data

Soft Skills

exceptional communicationanalyticaldetail-orientedsolution-focusedchange leadershipprocess improvementability to manage competing prioritiesleadershiparticulation of complex financial mattersteam management

Certifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)Master of Business Administration (MBA)