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Selby Jennings

Senior Accountant, Accounting Policy

Selby Jennings, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215

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Finance and Accounting Recruitment Consultant - Selby Jennings Position Overview The Senior Accountant - Accounting Policy will play a key role in developing, maintaining, and implementing the company's

GAAP and Statutory (STAT) accounting policies . This position requires strong technical accounting expertise, the ability to interpret complex standards, and experience drafting and updating accounting policy manuals. The role will also provide guidance to business units and ensure compliance with regulatory and financial reporting requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and update the

Accounting Policy Manual

to reflect current

GAAP and STAT

requirements.

Research and interpret new accounting standards and regulatory guidance; assess impact on financial reporting and operations.

Provide technical accounting support to business units and finance teams on complex transactions.

Ensure consistent application of accounting policies across the organization.

Assist in preparing technical memos and documentation for internal and external auditors.

Support the implementation of new accounting standards and related system/process changes.

Collaborate with FP&A, Treasury, and other departments to ensure alignment of policy with operational practices.

Participate in special projects related to accounting policy, compliance, and process improvement.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred.

Minimum

5+ years of experience

in accounting policy, technical accounting, or audit (Big 4 experience a plus).

Strong knowledge of

GAAP and Statutory accounting principles

and regulatory reporting requirements.

Excellent research, writing, and communication skills for drafting policy and technical documentation.

Ability to analyze complex transactions and provide clear guidance.

Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting platforms.

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Accounting/Auditing

Industries Insurance

Base pay range $80,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

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