Associate Director, Accounting Policy
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Associate Director of Accounting Policy evaluating complex accounting transactions and engaging with senior leadership at National Life Group. Focused on compliance with accounting standards in the insurance sector.
Responsibilities:
- Research relevant accounting guidance (U.S. GAAP and Statutory Accounting Principles) to evaluate complex accounting issues.
- Develop, maintain, and update the Company’s accounting policy manual and technical memos to ensure company-wide accounting policies are compliant with current accounting standards.
- Maintain knowledge on current and emerging accounting standards, assess the impact, and collaborate with management to ensure proper and timely application of accounting standards.
- Serve as a resource to team members and applicable internal/external stakeholders on more complex technical accounting policy and compliance issues for assigned areas of responsibility.
- Provide technical accounting support on transactions and strategic initiatives.
Requirements:
- 5-7+ years of experience in accounting that directly aligns with the specific responsibilities for this position.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting required
- CPA with previous public accounting experience strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and Statutory Accounting Principles, preferably in the life, health, or P&C insurance sector
- Experience with accounting research tools (e.g., PwC Checkpoint, DART, CCH)
- Ability to exercise good judgement and execute under competing priorities and deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external parties.
- Inquisitive mindset with a willingness to independently seek out knowledge, ask relevant questions and clearly formulate and articulate opinions.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, ability to work flexible hours as required.
Benefits:
- Your benefits start day one and are flexible and customizable to your and your family’s specific needs. Check out the BENEFITS of a Career at National Life!
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