Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. National Life Group is one of America’s fastest-growing insurance companies, established in 1848. They are seeking an Associate Director of Accounting Policy to assess complex transactions, research accounting guidance, and collaborate with senior leadership on accounting matters.
Responsibilities
- Research relevant accounting guidance (U.S. GAAP and Statutory Accounting Principles) to evaluate complex accounting issues
- Develop, maintain, and update the Company’s accounting policy manual and technical memos to ensure company-wide accounting policies are compliant with current accounting standards
- Maintain knowledge on current and emerging accounting standards, assess the impact, and collaborate with management to ensure proper and timely application of accounting standards
- Serve as a resource to team members and applicable internal/external stakeholders on more complex technical accounting policy and compliance issues for assigned areas of responsibility
- Provide technical accounting support on transactions and strategic initiatives
Skills
- 5-7+ years of experience in accounting that directly aligns with the specific responsibilities for this position
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting required
- Ability to exercise good judgement and execute under competing priorities and deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external parties
- Inquisitive mindset with a willingness to independently seek out knowledge, ask relevant questions and clearly formulate and articulate opinions
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, ability to work flexible hours as required
- CPA with previous public accounting experience strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and Statutory Accounting Principles, preferably in the life, health, or P&C insurance sector
- Experience with accounting research tools (e.g., PwC Checkpoint, DART, CCH)
Benefits
- Your benefits start day one and are flexible and customizable to your and your family’s specific needs. Check out the [BENEFITS of a Career at National Life](https://www.nationallife.com/docs/digital/nl-people-center/Benefits.html)!
- The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered.
- The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life’s discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs.
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