Senior / Manager – Accounting Policy (Life & Annuity)
📍 Hybrid / Remote Options Available
Our client, a new and rapidly growing Life & Annuity carrier, has partnered with us on a key hire within their finance organization. This is a unique opportunity to join a business in build mode, where you’ll play a highly visible role shaping accounting policy and supporting strategic growth initiatives.
We are seeking a Senior or Manager of Accounting Policy (level dependent on experience) to help drive technical accounting guidance across the organization. This individual will serve as a subject matter expert on complex accounting topics impacting the life insurance and annuity space.
Key Responsibilities
- Research, interpret, and document accounting guidance under U.S. GAAP and Statutory accounting (STAT)
- Lead the implementation and ongoing assessment of key standards (including LDTI and other emerging guidance)
- Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, actuarial, investments, and finance leadership on technical accounting matters
- Draft accounting memos and policies to support business transactions, new product launches, and strategic initiatives
- Provide guidance on accounting implications related to investments, reinsurance, and insurance liabilities
- Assist with external audits and regulatory inquiries as needed
- Contribute to the development of internal accounting policies, procedures, and controls
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field; CPA strongly preferred
- 4-8+ years of experience (Senior level) or 7-12+ years (Manager level)
- Background in public accounting (Big 4 / Top 10) and/or insurance industry experience
- Strong technical accounting knowledge, ideally within life insurance or annuities
- Exposure to LDTI, GAAP, and Statutory reporting frameworks
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience drafting technical memos
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Why This Opportunity?
- Ground-floor impact at a growing, well-capitalized insurance platform
- High visibility with senior leadership and opportunity to influence accounting strategy
- Broad exposure across finance, actuarial, and investment functions
- Competitive compensation, bonus, and long-term incentive potential
Any questions please reach out to Robert Dickerson – [email protected]
