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The Supervisory Accountant, Controllership, is a key member of AIG's controllership team ensuring timely and accurate external reporting of financial information in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (US GAAP) and internal policies. This position is responsible for managing the end-to-end closing process for supporting delivery of the global consolidation of the Company's Financial Statements, ensuring integrity of data and maintenance of a robust control environment, having a command of our legal entity and general ledger structures, and driving process improvements. This role will require significant interaction/coordination with various stakeholders to ensure all closing documents are prepared accurately and all procedures are followed correctly.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversight and accountability for timely and accurate delivery of the quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements

• Coordination with internal and external stakeholders to gather necessary documents; ensure complex transactions are properly reflected in the consolidated financial statements, issues during quarter close are timely identified and resolved, and a strong feedback loop exists to drive continuous process improvement

• Monitor and report on closing process metrics to improve efficiency and effectiveness

• Resolve any issues or discrepancies that arise during the closing process

• Respond to Senior leadership queries within the Corporate Controllership and across Finance

• Support and contribute to projects and workstreams associated with significant transactions and ad hoc activities, such as acquisitions, spin-offs, de-consolidations, re-segmentations, capital transactions, etc.

Job Requirements:

• At least 3 years of financial reporting/accounting experience within a Big Four or financial services environment

• CPA or CPA candidate preferred

• Prior people management experience preferred

• Strong operational accounting experience with US GAAP reporting

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation development and delivery, with an ability to effectively work across teams

• Strong problem solving structuring and counselling / influencing senior leaders

• Experience operating in a dynamic, transformational environment, where change is embraced and viewed as an opportunity to drive process improvement

• Demonstrated strong business and financial acumen as well as advanced change management and project management skills

• Demonstrated past success at creating or significantly upgrading the function and instilling a culture of continuous process improvement

• Highly influential and able to flex leadership style according to the situation

• Resilient and tenacious with a propensity to persevere

For positions based in New York, the base salary range is $87,000-$109,000. For positions based in Connecticut, the base salary range is $87,000-$109,000. For positions based in New Jersey, the base salary range is $88,000-$110,000. In addition, the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. In addition, we're proud to offer a range of competitive benefits, a summary of which can be viewed here US Benefits

At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.

Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters

At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what's most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security-as well as your professional development-to bring peace of mind to you and your family.

Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world's most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us - across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.

Welcome to a culture of inclusion

We're committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other's talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG's greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.

AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories.

AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to candidatecare@aig.com.