Manager, Technical Accounting & Policy

Versant•Englewood Cliffs, NJ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, Technical Accounting & Policy will help execute Versant’s technical accounting strategy, support the development and consistent application of accounting policies, and evaluate complex transactions for appropriate accounting treatment. Reporting to the VP, Technical Accounting & Policy, the role partners with Controllership, FP&A, Legal, External Reporting, and external auditors to support compliance with U.S. GAAP and SOX requirements. The position also supports implementation of new accounting standards, conducts technical research, and serves as a subject matter expert for internal and external stakeholders. The role is based at CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, and is designated hybrid, with a minimum of three days per week generally working from the office. The position is eligible for company-sponsored benefits and a salary range of $90,000–$130,000, with bonus eligibility.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
CPA required.
Minimum 4 years of experience in financial accounting, audit, or policy roles, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Understanding of SEC reporting, U.S. GAAP, and SOX compliance requirements.
Exceptional analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate and influence across multiple levels of the organization.
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and transparency.
Must be willing to work in the Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey office.

Nice To Haves

Experience working at a publicly traded company or a Big 4 accounting firm.

Responsibilities

Lead accounting analysis and documentation for complex and non-recurring transactions, including business combinations, divestitures, leases, impairments, and restructuring activities.
Prepare and maintain technical accounting memoranda supporting management’s conclusions under U.S. GAAP, in partnership with external auditors.
Provide technical guidance to Controllership, FP&A, and business unit finance teams, and help translate accounting guidance into operational execution.
Serve as a subject matter expert on revenue recognition, leases, equity, and long-lived asset accounting.
Monitor and interpret emerging accounting pronouncements, assess their relevance, and coordinate implementation readiness with relevant teams.
Support preparation and review of footnote disclosures and MD&A sections affected by technical accounting topics, in collaboration with External Reporting.
Assist with SOX control documentation for technical accounting conclusions and support audit readiness for key estimates and judgments.
Help develop and roll out training materials and tools to educate control owners and process teams on SOX expectations and documentation standards.
Participate in process improvement initiatives to reduce risk and enhance audit readiness.
Support onboarding of new process owners and business areas into the SOX framework and advise on control design for new or evolving operations.
Coordinate with the VP of Technical Accounting & Policy and external auditors on comments, walkthroughs, and audit deliverables.
Present technical updates and accounting considerations to Controllership leadership and contribute to knowledge sharing and policy alignment.

Benefits

Free onsite fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment and daily group classes.
Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials, soup, and salad bars.
Dry cleaning and sneak peeks.
Free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken, and Jersey City.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
401(k).
Paid leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Other benefits and perks.