Summary:
First Horizon is hiring an Accounting Policy Senior within Corporate Accounting to assist with the implementation of accounting guidance for business strategies and the evaluation of new accounting standards. This role supports the company’s business lines and operational functions in determining the appropriate accounting treatment for transactions. This role also evaluates SEC and regulatory reporting requirements, making updates to external filings as required.
Job Description/Function:
- Lead Implementation of New Accounting Standards, Evaluating Effects on Current Businesses and Accounting Processes and Procedures
- Primary Responsibility for Documentation of Adoption of Accounting Standards
- Prepare Disclosures for Pending Accounting Standards
- Develop Accounting Guidance and Documentation for New Business Strategies and Proposed Transactions
- Develop Presentations for Management Regarding Impacts of Technical Accounting Issues and New Accounting Standards
- Review of Financial Statements and Transaction Support to Ensure That Accounting Guidance Was Followed
- Review of Financial Statements for Compliance With U.S. GAAP and SEC Reporting Requirements
- Monitoring and Reporting for Emerging Accounting Issues (e.g., AI Projects, Cryptocurrency, Tokenized Deposits, Transferable Tax Credits)
- Development and Maintenance of Internal Accounting Policies
- Preparation of Periodic Documentation for Technical Accounting Topics (e.g., Variable Interest Entities, SAB 108, Goodwill Impairment Review, Long-Lived Assets Impairment Review, Fair Value Measurements)
Skill Requirements:
- Strong Understanding of U.S. GAAP and SEC Reporting Requirements
- Strong Technical Accounting Skills
- Ability to Research Accounting and Reporting Guidance (e.g., Accounting Standards Codification, Y9C and Call Report Instructions, Accounting Firm Interpretations)
- Ability to Research Issues Within Accounting Standards Codification and Available Interpretations
- Ability to Translate Technical Accounting Requirements Into Transactional Level Guidance and Support
- Strong Written and Verbal Communication Skills
- Ability to Understand Business Economics and Related Accounting Processes
- Prior Financial Services, Audit and Internal Control Experience is Desirable
- Degree in Accounting, CPA preferred
- 5+ years of Related Work Experience in Public Accounting or Public Company Corporate Accounting Department Also Desirable
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Skills Required
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
- Strong technical accounting skills
- Ability to research accounting and reporting guidance, including the Accounting Standards Codification, Y9C, Call Report Instructions, and accounting firm interpretations
- Ability to research issues within the Accounting Standards Codification and available interpretations
- Ability to translate technical accounting requirements into transaction-level guidance and support
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to understand business economics and related accounting processes
- Degree in accounting
- CPA certification
- Prior financial services, audit, and internal control experience
- Five or more years of related work experience in public accounting or a public company corporate accounting department
First Horizon Bank Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about First Horizon Bank and has not been reviewed or approved by First Horizon Bank.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) plan with company matching contributions up to 6% of pre-tax income, alongside FSA/HSA options and a defined benefit pension plan. Stock purchase and equity programs (including options and RSUs) also add to longer-term wealth-building opportunities for eligible employees.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave is available for childbirth, adoption, foster parenting, or surrogacy, and adoption reimbursement is included in the package. These family-building benefits broaden support beyond traditional maternity/paternity leave structures.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing support includes an internal wellness program, an employee assistance program, and access to a digital wellness platform. Group life insurance and disability coverage (including no-cost options) strengthen financial protection and day-to-day support.
First Horizon Bank Insights
What We Do
When we opened our doors in 1864 on North Court Street in Memphis, we had a simple mission: to provide the best service to our customers, one opportunity at a time. In the 150 years that followed, our communities transformed and expanded. We’ve seen our business and banking in general grow and adapt to the changing needs of customers through the years. But one thing that will always remain constant is our commitment to financial integrity and to helping our customers take good care of their money.
