Company DescriptionThis position offers equity.Our client is known for treating our employees exceptionally well. As one of the leaders in the insurance industry, they are able to offer one of the most comprehensive health benefits packages available in corporate America, including free coverage from one of our pioneering insurance products. Employees also enjoy a host of other benefits, including advancement opportunities, opportunities for continued education and professional development, merit increases and performance bonuses, profit-sharing 401(k), stock purchase plans, and many more.Job Descriptionmanages and oversees the accounting issues resolution process and the research of technical accounting and reporting issues; advises senior leadership team on technical accounting matters related to US GAAP, Statutory, and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)Supervises or performs technical accounting research and provides interpretation of ambiguous and complex accounting literature to address technical accounting questions related to special projects; works closely with Financial Services personnel in the accounting and reporting review and analysis of significant, and highly complex business transactionsInterprets new, existing, proposed, and finalized accounting pronouncements to determine the potential impact to the organization; provides summary of accounting impact to senior managementPlays a key partnership role in the company’s early adoption of the IFRS, including accounting policy elections, monitoring IASB developments and convergence with U.S. GAAP, and the development of data requirements under IFRSKeeps abreast of internal and external developments that could impact corporate accounting and reporting, and participates in the drafting of formal comments to the various standard-setting groups including the IASB, FASB, NAIC, and SEC as appropriateCommunicates accounting policies and positions both verbally and in writing with senior management, external and internal auditors and Audit CommitteeCollaborates with senior management and others across business units to strategically enhance, revise and implement policies and controls; develops recommendations regarding the adoption and implementation of accounting changes for the Company and presents to senior management; assists in development and training through continuing education presentations for company personnelLeads the creation and maintenance of the Corporate Accounting Policy Manual and accounting checklists ; continually evaluates departmental processes and recommends process improvements; provides expertise in recommending enhancements and/or additions to the ManualAssists in representing the company externally on issues relating to accounting policy through participation in industry-wide associations and related organizational meetingsPerforms other related duties as requiredQualifications5 Years Enterprise Corporate Accounting Policy ExperienceCPA LicenseExperience in IFRS Impact Assessments5 Years SEC ReportingBachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field and six years of professional job-related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experienceBachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field and six years of professional job-related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experienceFour years in a supervisory/senior professional capacityAccounting experience in the insurance industry preferredCertified Public Accountant preferredThorough, comprehensive and current understanding of GAAP, financial reporting principlesStrong technical accounting research skillsPractical understanding of IFRS or experience in IFRS impact assessments, conversions or adoptionsSEC reporting and/or SOX-related experienceAbility to act as a managerial advisor on professional and technical issues with a view toward reaching strategic decisionsExcellent analytical, organizational and project management skillsExcellent communication skills – both written and verbalAdditional InformationPlease provide your most recent resume when applying.Benefits:Salary Range $100,000 - $115,000Performance Bonus 10%Signing Bonus YesMedical Ins.Dental Ins.Vision Ins.Life Ins.RetirementEquityFull RelocationJob Type: Full-timeSalary: $100,000.00 /yearRequired education:Bachelor'sRequired experience:Supervisory/senior professional capacity: 4 yearsSEC Reporting: 5 yearsProfessional job-related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and: 6 yearsEnterprise Corporate Accounting Policy: 5 yearsRequired license or certification:Certified Public Accountant (CPA)