Analyst, Internal Controls

About Aquarian

Aquarian Holdings ("Aquarian") is a diversified global holding company with a strategic portfolio of insurance and asset management solutions.

Aquarian Insurance Holdings acquires and operates insurance companies with a focus on life and annuity underwriting, deploying strategies to grow balance sheet profitability by writing new insurance/reinsurance, improving investment income, and optimizing operations. After launching in 2017, Aquarian finalized its first investment in 2018 in Investors Heritage, a regional life insurer domiciled in Kentucky that focuses on pre-need policies. Working closely with management, Aquarian helped the company grow with expanded product offerings and distribution channels, building on its 60-year track record of exceptional client service.

Aquarian continued to deepen its expertise and grow its existing offerings in insurance and reinsurance through its acquisitions of Hudson Life and Annuity Company in 2021 and Somerset Re in 2022.

Aquarian Investments complements the insurance operations, combining best practices from the world’s leading financial services firms with its own distinct strategy, approach, and organizational culture. Aquarian has continued to expand into alternative assets and private credit through the launches of Aquarian Liquid Credit, Aquarian Strategic Opportunities, Aquarian Private Credit, and Aquarian Real Estate Partners.

Aquarian has since grown its business to approximately $25.8 billion in AUM, with 40 investment professionals, multiple funds, and insurance and reinsurance companies, all committed to providing meaningful investment opportunities to millions of people.

In November 2025, Aquarian announced the signing of a definitive merger agreement under which an affiliate will acquire Brighthouse Financial in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $4.1 billion. Brighthouse is one of the largest providers of annuities and life insurance in the U.S., with approximately $208 billion of AUM. Following the anticipated close of the transaction in 2026, Brighthouse Financial will operate as a standalone entity within the Aquarian portfolio.

Role Summary

Internal Controls Analyst will play a critical role within the Finance organization, assisting the SVP of Internal Controls in developing, maintaining, and enhancing the firm’s internal control framework across the organization. This individual will partner closely with Finance department and cross-functional teams to ensure that accounting, reporting, and operational practices are compliant, efficient, and aligned with corporate objectives.

This position is onsite 5 days a week at our New York City office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with design and implementation of a comprehensive internal controls framework to support accurate financial reporting and compliance with applicable regulations.

• Evaluate existing financial and operational processes to identify control gaps, inefficiencies, relevant risks, and develop practical recommendations for improvement.

• Partner with investments, operations, finance, and other teams to strengthen processes, controls and documentation across the organization.

• Assist with coordination efforts between external auditors and internal stakeholders to facilitate audit activities and ensure remediation of audit findings.

• Perform periodic control assessments, risk reviews, and testing to ensure continued effectiveness and alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements.

• Assist in developing process flow diagrams and risk and controls matrices (RCMs) to establish clear documentation standards and ensure consistent adherence to internal control policies.

• Support senior management in preparing control-related reports, metrics, and presentations for committees and regulators.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the organization, leveraging automation and technology to streamline control processes and enhance transparency.

• Assist with end-to-end procurement activities, including providing guidance, vendor analysis, and oversight during new vendor selection and onboarding processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CIA preferred.

• 1-3 years of progressive experience in internal controls, audit, or finance within financial services or a related industry.

• Experience with internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO), financial reporting requirements, and regulatory standards.

• Experience in delivering control assessments, audits, or risk management initiatives.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to translate complex concepts into actionable solutions.

• Skilled communicator with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and present to senior management.

Aquarian is an equal opportunity employer. Aquarian is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience and unique perspectives. Aquarian does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, mental or physical handicap or disability, age, citizenship status, alienage, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other criteria prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. Aquarian makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.