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US Accounting Policy Lead
Job Location:
Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 220000 - 240000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
24 October 2026 (9 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
21 January 2027
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Core Responsibilities
US GAAP Technical Accounting & Policy Leadership
- Provide expert guidance on US GAAP standards and complex accounting issues.
- Interpret and apply US GAAP to new transactions and business initiatives.
- Develop and uphold consistent US accounting policies and procedures.
- Assess the impact of new US GAAP standards and communicate updates to stakeholders.
- Offer technical accounting advice on areas such as financial instruments and revenue recognition.
- Supervise the preparation and auditing of statutory financial statements.
- Lead a team dedicated to statutory reporting requirements.
- Coordinate with external auditors to ensure audit timelines are met and findings are resolved.
- Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory reporting deadlines.
- Approve financial statements and associated disclosures.
- Provide accounting support across various business divisions.
- Collaborate with corporate functions on the accounting impact of business initiatives.
- Engage with senior leaders on accounting and financial reporting matters.
- Advise on accounting for new products and transactions.
- Simplify complex accounting requirements for non-finance stakeholders.
Audit & Control Environment
- Act as the primary contact for auditors on technical accounting issues.
- Manage audit inquiries and support SOX compliance efforts.
- Participate in audit planning and technical consultations.
Team Leadership & Development
- Mentor and develop a team responsible for financial statements.
- Foster a culture of learning and technical excellence.
- Provide guidance on complex issues and encourage knowledge sharing.
- Support team growth through coaching and career planning.
Role Qualifications
- 12 years of accounting experience focusing on technical accounting and financial services.
- Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA certification required.
- Expertise in US GAAP principles and complex standards application.
- Strong knowledge of financial services products.
- Experience managing audit processes; Big 4 experience preferred.
- Proven leadership and staff development skills.
- Excellent communication skills for diverse audiences.
- Strong stakeholder management and ability to work under pressure.
- Experience with enterprise financial systems and technical tools.
- Analytical skills to evaluate business implications of accounting decisions.
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