Head of Accounting Policy & Technical Accounting
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SeniorityDirector
DepartmentAccounting
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 12, 2026 · 3w ago
Verified live1d ago
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Primary subject matter expert for accounting policy and technical accounting research
High degree of autonomy and limited direction
Oversee team for researching, interpreting, and applying accounting guidance
Research complex accounting issues and develop well-supported accounting conclusions
Interpret accounting guidance issued by FASB, SEC, and other regulatory bodies
Prepare and maintain technical accounting memoranda and position papers
Analyze proposed transactions and contracts to determine appropriate accounting treatment
Monitor emerging accounting pronouncements and industry developments
Serve as Accounting's representative in new product approval and governance processes
Assess accounting implications of new products and strategic initiatives
Partner with business leaders, Legal, Treasury, Risk, and Finance teams
Provide accounting guidance during product design and implementation
Identify and document accounting requirements for new products prior to launch
Acts as key liaison with external auditors regarding technical accounting matters
Advise Finance leadership on complex accounting issues
Job Description Summary
Under limited direction and with a high degree of autonomy, serves as the primary subject matter expert for accounting policy, technical accounting research, and accounting support for new products and business initiatives, as well as acquisitions. Oversees the team responsible for researching, interpreting, and applying accounting guidance to complex transactions and emerging business activities while ensuring consistent application of accounting standards across the organization.
Leads the development and maintenance of the Company’s accounting policy framework, evaluates the accounting implications of new products and strategic initiatives, and provides guidance on the implementation of new accounting standards. Partners closely with Financial Reporting, Treasury, Legal, Tax, Risk, Product, and business leaders to support informed business decisions and appropriate accounting outcomes.
Acts as a key liaison with external auditors regarding technical accounting matters and serves as a trusted advisor to Finance leadership on complex accounting issues.
Job Description
Technical Accounting Research
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Research complex accounting issues and develop well-supported accounting conclusions.
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Interpret accounting guidance issued by FASB, SEC, and other regulatory bodies, as well as related accounting firm interpretations.
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Prepare and maintain technical accounting memoranda, accounting position papers, and supporting documentation.
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Provide accounting consultations for unusual, non-routine, or complex transactions.
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Analyze proposed transactions and contracts to determine appropriate accounting treatment.
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Monitor emerging accounting pronouncements and industry developments affecting the organization.
New Products & Business Initiatives
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Serve as Accounting’s representative in new product approval and governance processes.
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Assess accounting implications of new products, business initiatives, strategic transactions, and changes in business practices.
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Partner with business leaders, Legal, Treasury, Risk, and Finance teams to identify accounting, reporting, operational, and control impacts of new offerings.
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Provide accounting guidance during product design and implementation to ensure appropriate accounting treatment and reporting.
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Identify and document accounting requirements for new products prior to launch.
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Support strategic growth initiatives by providing timely accounting analysis and recommendations.
Accounting Standards Implementation