Accounting Policy Manager — GAAP & Compliance Expert

Buckingham Search; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium recruitment firm is seeking an Accounting Policy Manager responsible for maintaining the integrity of the company’s accounting policies and procedures. This role involves managing policy certifications, collaborating across departments, and contributing to financial disclosures. Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and CPA certification, along with strong technical knowledge of US GAAP. The position promotes process improvements and requires 5-7 years of related experience, preferably with a Big 4 firm.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years directly related experience, public accounting experience, preferably with a Big 4 accounting firm.

Responsibilities

• Support in the creation and maintenance of accounting policies according to US GAAP.
• Manage the quarterly accounting policy certification process.
• Collaborate with Financial Reporting for accounting disclosures.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP

Ability to collaborate with various business units

Proficiency in financial reporting

Education

Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline

US Certified Public Accountant

Job description

A premium recruitment firm is seeking an Accounting Policy Manager responsible for maintaining the integrity of the company’s accounting policies and procedures. This role involves managing policy certifications, collaborating across departments, and contributing to financial disclosures. Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and CPA certification, along with strong technical knowledge of US GAAP. The position promotes process improvements and requires 5-7 years of related experience, preferably with a Big 4 firm.