What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager - Accounting policy position at Thomas Byrne Associates?
The Accounting Policy Manager will be a key resource for assisting the Director of Accounting Policy with technical accounting issues. This includes interpretation and application of accounting principles and standards. The role will primarily involve reviewing complex transactions, assisting with developing and maintaining accounting policies, and providing guidance to internal stakeholders. Additionally, the Accounting Policy Manager will assist the SEC Reporting Team to ensure that the company’s financial reporting is accurate, compliant with applicable laws and regulations, and consistent with industry best practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain consistent and reliable accounting policies and procedures.
- Consult with internal business units and external auditors on technical accounting matters and the application and development of accounting policies and procedures.
- Assist in developing technical accounting position papers and research memos for the organization in connection with significant, non-routine transactions.
- Monitor current and future accounting and regulatory developments and provide updates to senior management on the impact that new standards may have on the organization.
- Assist in the implementation of new accounting standards.
- Assist in preparing certain financial statement disclosures and work closely with the SEC Reporting Team in support of the filing of quarterly and annual reports
- Support SOX compliance and effective internal control over financial reporting as relates to significant accounting estimates and judgments (e.g., impairment of goodwill, other intangibles, and long-lived assets; allowance for credit losses; fair value measurements; business combinations; etc.).
Requirements:
- Active CPA license is required with extremely limited excieptions.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience at either a Big 4 public accounting firm or a combination of Big 4 public accounting and mid-sized regional accounting experience
- Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP and SOX
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of management and educate individuals outside of the accounting department
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Salary : $125,000 - $150,000
