Accounting Policy Analyst

Gateway Group Personnel; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Gateway Group Personnel is seeking an Accounting Policy Analyst for a client headquartered in Memphis, TN. The role focuses on researching technical accounting issues, updating policies, and maintaining internal controls in the US GAAP and SOX framework within aircraft and engine component supply chains.

You will design and monitor SOX controls, support audits, and drive process improvements across inventory and asset distribution systems while training cross‑functional teams in Memphis on

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA certification is preferred/required?
• 2–5 years of accounting or financial compliance experience.

Responsibilities

• Research complex accounting standards and update internal policies.
• Design, test, and monitor quarterly SOX controls and workflows.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors during audits and year-end testing.
• Identify control gaps and streamline processes in inventory and asset distribution.
• Advise operational teams in Memphis on compliance requirements and accounting updates.
• Contribute to other projects as assigned.

Skills

US GAAP

SOX testing

Excel & ERP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Our client with US headquarters in Memphis, TN has a newly created role for an Accounting Policy Analyst. This job is part of a broader enterprise modernization initiative with the major drivers as SOX compliance, process standardization, system governance, and creating a unified operating model across multiple entities and locations.

The Accounting Policy Analyst researches technical accounting issues, proposes updates to accounting policies, and helps maintains internal financial controls. You will ensure compliance with US GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements for aircraft and engine component supply chain operations.

Essential Functions

• Policy Management: Research complex accounting standards and update internal accounting policies.
• SOX Compliance: Design, test, and monitor quarterly SOX internal controls and operational workflows.
• Audit Support: Coordinate with internal and external auditors during financial reviews and year-end testing.
• Process Improvement: Identify control gaps and streamline financial processes within inventory and asset distribution systems.
• Cross-Functional Training: Advise operational teams in Memphis on compliance requirements and accounting updates.
• Other projects and duties as assigned

Educational/Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: 2 to 5 years of corporate accounting, public accounting, or financial compliance experience.
• Certifications: Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is required

Key Competencies

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP principles.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with SOX testing and internal controls.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and ERP system familiarity.