Assistant Vice President - Technical Accounting - CA/CPA

Skills:

Technical Accounting, US GAAP - Mandatory, IFRS good to have.

Big 4s - 13+ years of experience is mandatory.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient finance leader to join our team as an Assistant Vice President. In this critical role, you will lead and execute complex accounting projects with a primary focus on US GAAP and IFRS consulting and implementation. You will act as a subject matter expert, guiding the organization through technical accounting challenges and ensuring compliance with the highest standards of financial reporting. This role requires a strategic thinker with deep experience from a Big 4 firm, capable of managing multiple projects and leading a team of senior finance professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage US GAAP and IFRS implementation projects from initiation to completion.

- Provide expert technical accounting guidance and consultation to senior management and business units on complex transactions and new accounting standards.

- Research, analyze, and interpret new and existing accounting pronouncements (US GAAP, IFRS, US STAT), developing practical solutions and implementation strategies.

- Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements and disclosures, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all regulatory requirements.

- Manage the accounting for investments and other complex financial instruments, with a preference for deep insurance industry knowledge.

- Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback to team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and high performance.

- Build and maintain strong professional relationships with internal stakeholders across various departments and lines of business.

- Exercise sound judgment and discretion in all communications with internal and external parties.

- Handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, prioritizing effectively to meet strict deadlines.

- Perform other finance and administrative duties as required.

Qualifications:

1. Education:

- Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification is required.

2. Experience:

- Total: 18+ years of progressive working experience.

- Specific: At least 13+ years of experience in US GAAP/IFRS consulting and implementation.

- Background: Prior experience from a Big 4 accounting firm is essential.

3. Technical Skills:

- Extensive and in-depth knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and US STAT accounting guidance.

- Proven ability to analyze complex technical pronouncements and apply them in a practical setting.

- Sound technical and research skills with a demonstrable application of various accounting standards.

- Extensive knowledge of financial statement preparation and complex disclosures.

- Preferred: Deep experience in the insurance industry and investment accounting.

4. Critical Competencies & Attributes:

- Analytical & Problem-Solving: Inquisitive, logical, and strong analytical skills with the ability to solve complex problems.

- Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal abilities with the independence and confidence to present views and perspectives to all levels of the organization.

- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to write effectively and concisely, and interact appropriately with all personnel.

- Leadership: Proven ability to work independently and as a team leader, guiding a team of subject matter expert Chartered Accountants.

- Coaching: Ability to provide constructive coaching and feedback to enable team members to improve their performance.

- Professionalism: Requires a high degree of professionalism, sound judgment, and discretion.

- Facilitation: Strong facilitation skills with the ability to build rapport and influence senior management and other functional area representatives.

- Project Management: Excellent project management skills with the ability to handle multiple concurrent projects and prioritize to meet deadlines. Goal-oriented.

- Language: Proficiency in English is mandatory.