Director, Accounting Advisory

Bachelor's degree in accounting required 8+ years of relevant work experience CPA preferred 3 years of leadership experience preferred Big 4 experience in the insurance audit practice or an accounting advisory role that focuses on accounting for insurance products and revenue recognition would be a plus Extensive knowledge for reinsurance and life insurance and annuity product accounting, as well as revenue recognition and goodwill/intangible asset accounting under GAAP and Statutory Strong understanding of GAAP and STAT accounting requirements, with life insurance and reinsurance accounting experience Experience researching accounting guidance or previous accounting policy experience Strong analytical, organization and communication skills Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments Ability to research accounting issues, write professional and quality accounting policies and position papers and communicate conclusions effectively in both oral and written means to management Ability to exercise judgment, present alternatives and make recommendations Ability to communicate and build relationships with business partners Ability to remain flexible and work in a fast-paced environment Ability to work under short timelines and manage multiple tasks Ability to lead conversations and provide documentation in a clear and concise manner

Represent Accounting Advisory on cross functional teams executing new or amendments to reinsurance transactions Driving assessments on new transactions and projects Review documentation prepared to support accounting positions taken Lead the implementation of new accounting guidance impacting non-investment related items Ensure documentation is created to support positions taken Monitor proposed changes to accounting guidance and serve as lead participant and advocate for the Company’s positions on industry group calls Review of assigned controls on a quarterly basis Work directly with audit team to educate about and advocate for positions Support Accounting Advisory leadership in the development of departmental objectives and strategies Manage and professionally develop direct reports