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Job Title: Senior Accountant – Accounting Policy
Location: Cincinnati OH (Onsite)
Who We Are
Vernovis is a Total Talent Solutions company that specializes in Technology, Cybersecurity, Finance & Accounting functions. At Vernovis, we help these professionals achieve their career goals, matching them with innovative projects and dynamic direct hire opportunities in Ohio and across the Midwest.
Come Join Us
Vernovis is looking for a Senior Accountant within Accounting Policy that will serve as a key contributor to our client’s company’s accounting policy and implementation efforts. This individual will be responsible for researching and analyzing complex accounting issues, staying current on emerging GAAP and SEC developments, and communicating their potential impact on the company’s financial statements and processes. They will support the company's involvement in public comment letters and actively engage with industry accounting organizations. The role involves leading the implementation of new accounting standards and coordinating changes to existing financial processes in collaboration with management, internal departments, and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will also support acquisition-related accounting efforts, including due diligence, purchase accounting, and the financial integration of acquired entities. In addition, this person will take the lead on strategic and cross-functional projects, ranging from technical accounting matters to process improvements, functioning as a subject matter expert or project lead. The role requires someone who can work independently, make informed decisions within their scope, and communicate proactively with leadership.
What You'll Do:
Prepares strategic analysis to quantify impact of emerging accounting guidance to the Company and coordinates initiatives to adopt emerging accounting guidance, including the deployment of departmental resources and subsidiary accounting departments.
Performs accounting research and analysis for proposed complex financial transactions and provides accounting guidance for management.
Carries out strategic initiatives of the Company related to the acquisition due diligence process, including responding to historical and proforma financial information requests and the preparation of the purchase accounting analysis.
Assists in the integration of acquisitions for financial statement purposes.
Prepares strategic and analytical analysis of complex financial and investment related transactions.
Coordinates with department and subsidiary management to ensure proper accounting treatment for complex and significant transactions.
Assists in the implementation of new reporting requirements, including working with subsidiaries to ensure proper recording and adjusting financial statement layouts to reflect new requirements.
Reviews the preparation of annual audited financial statements including coordination with external auditors on accounting policy and financial statement disclosure matters.
Assists in the preparation of research analysis and comment letters in connection with the Company’s strategic involvement with industry trade groups.
Stays current on pertinent industry accounting developments and relevant SEC developments.
Stays current on trends in our business, networking and being aware of our competitors' strategies and major operational initiatives.
Implements effective processes and procedures for accomplishing and improving the department’s procedures.
Provides lead role on cross-functional special project teams.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
What You'll Have:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting – Required
Demonstrated in-depth knowledge, understanding and experience interpreting, utilizing and applying statutory and GAAP accounting rules and regulations. – Required
Demonstrated experience successfully acting as the lead on projects as well as a resource to other accountants. – Required
Demonstrated experience working where independent decision-making has been necessary.
Proven experience must include identifying and resolving problems where independent decision-making and initiative is required. – Required
Proven strong analytical skills, including demonstrated experience identifying and quantifying problems and providing effective resolutions.
Proven ability to interpret financial statements and apply a broad business perspective in summarizing results.
Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels of staff and management.
Proven excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to convey information to internal and external customers in a clear, focused and concise manner.
Demonstrated ability to manage projects, including project development, organization and completion. Cite examples of project management skills in planning, executing and maintaining a project from start to finish.
Demonstrated strong attention to detail with excellent organization skills. Cite examples of organization and time management/methods used to manage or prioritize workload demands.
Proven strong leadership skills and flexibility to lead a team of associates from cross-functional areas towards a common goal/vision.
Demonstrated successful experience in problem-solving situations.
Proficient in general ledger accounting and spreadsheet applications.
Working knowledge of word processing and presentation applications.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certified public accountant with CPE requirements met or candidate pursuing CPA certification - Preferred
The Vernovis Difference
Vernovis does not accept inquiries from Corp to Corp recruiting companies. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and not violate any immigration or discrimination laws.
Vernovis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Location: Cincinnati OH (Onsite)
Who We Are
Vernovis is a Total Talent Solutions company that specializes in Technology, Cybersecurity, Finance & Accounting functions. At Vernovis, we help these professionals achieve their career goals, matching them with innovative projects and dynamic direct hire opportunities in Ohio and across the Midwest.
Come Join Us
Vernovis is looking for a Senior Accountant within Accounting Policy that will serve as a key contributor to our client’s company’s accounting policy and implementation efforts. This individual will be responsible for researching and analyzing complex accounting issues, staying current on emerging GAAP and SEC developments, and communicating their potential impact on the company’s financial statements and processes. They will support the company's involvement in public comment letters and actively engage with industry accounting organizations. The role involves leading the implementation of new accounting standards and coordinating changes to existing financial processes in collaboration with management, internal departments, and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will also support acquisition-related accounting efforts, including due diligence, purchase accounting, and the financial integration of acquired entities. In addition, this person will take the lead on strategic and cross-functional projects, ranging from technical accounting matters to process improvements, functioning as a subject matter expert or project lead. The role requires someone who can work independently, make informed decisions within their scope, and communicate proactively with leadership.
What You'll Do:
Prepares strategic analysis to quantify impact of emerging accounting guidance to the Company and coordinates initiatives to adopt emerging accounting guidance, including the deployment of departmental resources and subsidiary accounting departments.
Performs accounting research and analysis for proposed complex financial transactions and provides accounting guidance for management.
Carries out strategic initiatives of the Company related to the acquisition due diligence process, including responding to historical and proforma financial information requests and the preparation of the purchase accounting analysis.
Assists in the integration of acquisitions for financial statement purposes.
Prepares strategic and analytical analysis of complex financial and investment related transactions.
Coordinates with department and subsidiary management to ensure proper accounting treatment for complex and significant transactions.
Assists in the implementation of new reporting requirements, including working with subsidiaries to ensure proper recording and adjusting financial statement layouts to reflect new requirements.
Reviews the preparation of annual audited financial statements including coordination with external auditors on accounting policy and financial statement disclosure matters.
Assists in the preparation of research analysis and comment letters in connection with the Company’s strategic involvement with industry trade groups.
Stays current on pertinent industry accounting developments and relevant SEC developments.
Stays current on trends in our business, networking and being aware of our competitors' strategies and major operational initiatives.
Implements effective processes and procedures for accomplishing and improving the department’s procedures.
Provides lead role on cross-functional special project teams.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
What You'll Have:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting – Required
Demonstrated in-depth knowledge, understanding and experience interpreting, utilizing and applying statutory and GAAP accounting rules and regulations. – Required
Demonstrated experience successfully acting as the lead on projects as well as a resource to other accountants. – Required
Demonstrated experience working where independent decision-making has been necessary.
Proven experience must include identifying and resolving problems where independent decision-making and initiative is required. – Required
Proven strong analytical skills, including demonstrated experience identifying and quantifying problems and providing effective resolutions.
Proven ability to interpret financial statements and apply a broad business perspective in summarizing results.
Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels of staff and management.
Proven excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to convey information to internal and external customers in a clear, focused and concise manner.
Demonstrated ability to manage projects, including project development, organization and completion. Cite examples of project management skills in planning, executing and maintaining a project from start to finish.
Demonstrated strong attention to detail with excellent organization skills. Cite examples of organization and time management/methods used to manage or prioritize workload demands.
Proven strong leadership skills and flexibility to lead a team of associates from cross-functional areas towards a common goal/vision.
Demonstrated successful experience in problem-solving situations.
Proficient in general ledger accounting and spreadsheet applications.
Working knowledge of word processing and presentation applications.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certified public accountant with CPE requirements met or candidate pursuing CPA certification - Preferred
The Vernovis Difference
Vernovis does not accept inquiries from Corp to Corp recruiting companies. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and not violate any immigration or discrimination laws.
Vernovis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.