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  • New York, New York

New York, New York

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Job Overview

This individual will work alongside the VPs in Accounting Policy as they liaise with the various business units and corporate functions on applying existing accounting standards and the firm's accounting policies to transactions and corporate level activities. Individual will be closely involved in assisting in the monitoring and interpreting of various emerging technical accounting issues under U.S. GAAP and assisting in the implementation of new and existing disclosures in SEC filings. Individual will be exposed to a wide range of both US GAAP literature as well as IFRS and regulatory capital standards.

Responsibilities

Work alongside the VPs to assist the business units/corporate functions in applying existing accounting guidance to transactions and corporate level activities

Research and document technical accounting issues under applicable accounting standards

Assist in monitoring emerging accounting standards, liaising with certain standard setters, and participating in discussions with regulatory bodies and industry groups as appropriate

Coordinate departmental activities and ensure compliance with established policies and procedures

Prepare and deliver training related to the firm's accounting policies and emerging accounting standards

Assist SEC Financial Reporting and Legal Entity Controllers (LEC) teams develop financial statement disclosures in accordance with applicable GAAP

Basic Qualifications

  • 4 - 6 years of experience with financial accounting experience
  • B.S. in Accounting (or equivalent) and CPA are required
  • Interest in and experience with Technical Accounting matters such as adoption or application of ASUs
  • Strong project management skills
  • Strong writing and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively both individually and in a team environment
  • Big 4 accounting experience a plus

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