Insight Global
Accounting Policy & Strategy (Principal / Director)
Insight Global, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Job Description
Our client is a leading global Private Equity & Investment Firm seeking a highly motivated expert within Accounting Policy & Strategy to join at the Principal or Director level, dependent on experience.
This position will provide technical and strategic support to the asset side, specifically the Insurance pillar of the firm. The ideal candidate will have a background in Accounting Policy within Insurance or Asset Management.
The firm consistently pursues complex, bespoke, and exotic transactions with impacts across GAAP and statutory reporting. Volume is high and expected to grow. This requires a creative thinker who thrives in a fast pace and can consistently innovate on their approach quarter over quarter.
The organization has successfully implemented AI tools to help prepare memos and update accounting policies, freeing up significant time for the team and this role to primarily focus on critical thinking, research, and strategic meetings.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Accounting Policy Development & Oversight: Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of global accounting policies in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS. Monitor changes in accounting standards and assess their impact on the firm’s financial initiatives. Leverage company AI tools for documentation and memo preparation. Strategic Advisory
Partner with senior finance leaders and business units to evaluate the accounting implications of new transactions and strategic initiatives. Provide technical accounting guidance on complex areas such as consolidation, revenue recognition, fair value measurement, and financial instruments. Governance and Compliance
Serve as a key liaison between external auditors to ensure compliance and alignment on complex accounting policies and challenges. Key Deliverables for Success
Ability to create connection with the Front Office and Executives across the Business and Finance organizations. Ability to effectively communicate, gather information, and execute independently. Quality of advice balanced with risk and commercial considerations. Ability to create consensus across functions and external auditors. Skills and Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 10+ years of progressive experience in technical accounting policy development and advisory roles. Prior experience within one of the following environments: Accounting policy department within an Insurance firm or Accounting policy department within the Asset Management division of a Financial Services firm. Deep knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS. CPA or CFA. Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business. Current experience within an Insurance company. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.
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Technical Accounting Policy Development & Oversight: Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of global accounting policies in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS. Monitor changes in accounting standards and assess their impact on the firm’s financial initiatives. Leverage company AI tools for documentation and memo preparation. Strategic Advisory
Partner with senior finance leaders and business units to evaluate the accounting implications of new transactions and strategic initiatives. Provide technical accounting guidance on complex areas such as consolidation, revenue recognition, fair value measurement, and financial instruments. Governance and Compliance
Serve as a key liaison between external auditors to ensure compliance and alignment on complex accounting policies and challenges. Key Deliverables for Success
Ability to create connection with the Front Office and Executives across the Business and Finance organizations. Ability to effectively communicate, gather information, and execute independently. Quality of advice balanced with risk and commercial considerations. Ability to create consensus across functions and external auditors. Skills and Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 10+ years of progressive experience in technical accounting policy development and advisory roles. Prior experience within one of the following environments: Accounting policy department within an Insurance firm or Accounting policy department within the Asset Management division of a Financial Services firm. Deep knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS. CPA or CFA. Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business. Current experience within an Insurance company. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.
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