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Technical Accounting

  • Location:

    United States of America

  • Sector:

    Accountancy & Finance

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    Up to US$150000 per annum

  • Contact:

    Ruth Moran

  • Contact email:

    Ruth.Moran@oliverjames.com

  • Job ref:

    JOB-032025-272955_1744738730

  • Published:

    10 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    2025-05-15

Technical Accounting Expert | Life Insurance | Remote/Hybrid

Are you passionate about the details that make the big picture work? Join a leading life insurance company as a Technical Accounting Specialist and help shape the financial reporting landscape in an ever-evolving regulatory environment.

What You'll Do:
In this high-impact role, you'll be the go-to expert for technical accounting across US GAAP, JFSA, and Statutory reporting. Your work will span technical memos, impairment analyses, internal controls, and cross-functional project management-including special transactions and M&A due diligence. You'll also:

  • Conduct independent research on evolving accounting standards and evaluate their impact.

  • Prepare technical documentation and work closely with auditors and consultants.

  • Lead and contribute to enterprise-wide projects and accounting initiatives.

  • Educate finance teams on new guidance and promote continuous learning.

  • Maintain internal policies and represent the company in industry working groups.

What You Bring:

  • 8+ years of progressive experience in accounting and/or finance

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field

  • CPA or similar professional designation

  • Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP (bonus if you know JFSA or Stat!)

  • A knack for translating complex accounting into clear, actionable insights





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