Accounting Policy Director

Overview of Position

The Accounting Policy Director is responsible for applying accounting policies and leading technical accounting research and documentation. This role plays a key part in ensuring compliance with US GAAP, statutory, and regulatory requirements, with a focus on tactical and operational execution.

What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job? 

• Support the implementation and operationalization of accounting policies across business units and finance functions, ensuring consistent application in day-to-day transactions, complex client contracts and operational processes.

• Conduct technical accounting research and prepare high quality technical accounting memos following US GAAP and US STAT guidance.

• Assist in the updating and refinement of accounting policy documentation, helping ensure clarity, consistency, and accessibility across the enterprise.

• Partner with teams in Finance, Legal, Treasury, Tax, and business operations to support the accounting treatment of new products, services, and transactions, ensuring alignment with policy and regulatory standards.

• Prepare for and respond to routine audit inquiries, supporting internal and external audit processes with accurate documentation and timely responses.

• Stay informed on emerging accounting standards and regulatory developments, contributing to the preparation of implementation materials and supporting enterprise readiness efforts.

• Apply sound judgment and critical thinking in technical accounting matters, contributing to high-quality documentation, decision-making, and policy adherence.

• Engage in cross-functional initiatives and projects as needed, bringing a policy lens to business and finance transformation efforts.

• Lead financial due diligence for potential acquisitions, including analysis of historical financial statements, quality of earnings, working capital trends, and off-balance sheet exposures.  Collaborate with external advisors (e.g., accounting firms) to validate financial assumptions and identify red flags.

Travel up to 10%

What are the requirements needed for this position? 

Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

• Active CPA required

Experience

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive accounting experience, including:

  • Insurance accounting (ASC 944)

  • Revenue recognition (ASC 606)

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and Statutory accounting; familiarity with IFRS and SEC reporting

• Experience advising on complex transactions (e.g., M&A, divestitures, restructurings)

• Proven track record developing and applying accounting policies and technical guidance

• Experience supporting audits and maintaining strong internal controls

Leadership & Influence

• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive alignment on technical accounting matters

• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives across Finance, Legal, Tax, and Risk

• Strong executive communication skills, including presenting to senior leadership

Key Skills

• Strong technical accounting judgment and problem-solving ability

• Ability to translate complex accounting issues into business implications

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing priorities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

What other skills/experience would be helpful to have?

• Experience in a public company or SEC-reporting environment

• Exposure to finance transformation, data analytics, or automation initiatives

• Awareness of emerging risks, including technology and AI impacts on finance

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Pay Range:

Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position.

If there is no posting end date listed then this is a pipeline requisition, and we will continue to collect applications on an ongoing basis.

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