Accounting Policy Manager
About The Position
The role of Accounting Policy Manager has been newly established to bolster the organization's ongoing growth and navigate increased complexity during the Company's finance function transformation for sustained expansion. In this capacity, the Accounting Policy Manager will support the Accounting Policy & Controls for technical accounting research and process implementation, offering insights into the interpretation and application of existing and impending accounting guidance in addition to supporting the analysis of significant transactions. This pivotal leadership position within the finance department involves providing crucial support ensuring adherence to mandated accounting standards. Responsibilities encompass overseeing compliance with technical accounting matters, addressing queries, guiding new transactions and projects, and facilitating the integration of emerging accounting standards. Additionally, this role will contribute to the preparation and evaluation financial statements, while also actively participating in maintaining compliance with internal controls stipulated by Sarbanes-Oxley. You will report to the Head of Accounting Policy.
Requirements
- 5-10 years of progressive accounting experience
- Big 4 public accounting experience or a combination of public and private experience.
- Subject matter expert in US GAAP, Statutory technical and IFRS accounting
- CPA designation required; Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience implementing accounting standards and special projects is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Plan, conduct, manage, and coordinate research on technical accounting issues related to complex transactions, new business initiatives, acquisitions, and contracts.
- Partner with entity and divisional controllers and collaborate with various finance departments to provide accounting expertise for financial integrity.
- Lead the evaluation and implementation of new accounting pronouncements under US GAAP and Statutory accounting.
- Stay updated on emerging technical accounting and regulatory developments, providing interpretation to assess financial and operational impacts.
- Support the financial reporting team with quarterly and annual financial statements and filings.
- Assist with the preparation and review of quarterly and annual financial reporting for US GAAP financial reports.
- Support the year-end audit process, collaborating effectively with internal and external auditors.
- Provide training to management and staff on technical accounting policies and relevant topics.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- FSA Medical and Dependent care
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- EAP
- Basic Life and AD&D (company paid)
- Basic Long-Term Disability (employer) paid-Taxable income
- Employee paid Long Term Disability(voluntary)
- Company Medical Leave, Parental leave- 8 weeks full pay after 6 months of service
- Voluntary benefits: short term disability, Critical illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident
- Travel assistance programs Company paid
- 401(k) 6 % safe harbor match, fully vested after two years, pre- and post-tax contributions allowed
- Gym reimbursement
- Legal plan
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Generous PTO
- Flexible work arrangement
- Fully stacked pantry on-site
- Team outings
- ERG Groups
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
