AVP, Accounting Policy
International Staffing Consultants
- Stamford, CT
- Permanent
- Full-time
- 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.
- Represent the company at industry meetings, including the American Council of Life Insurers (ACLI) accounting committee.
- 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.
- 7-10+ years of progressive accounting experience; 3+ years in a technical accounting role preferred.
- Big 4 public accounting experience or a combination of public and private experience.
- Expertise in Life Insurance and Reinsurance accounting is required.
- Subject matter expert in US GAAP and Statutory technical accounting, including experience with relevant ASCs and SSAPs.
- Proactive self-starter with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Strong advisory and consultative skills with a service mindset.
- Experience implementing accounting standards and special projects is a plus.
- CPA designation required; Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite; experience with other accounting software a plus.