CPA Accounting Policy Manager – GAAP & SEC Expert

Canadian Pacific Railway; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and competitive benefits

Pension/retirement plans

Employee share purchase plan

Performance incentive plan

Annual fitness subsidy

Job summary

Canadian Pacific Railway (CPKC) is seeking a Manager, Accounting Policy to support external financial reporting under U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements. You will provide technical guidance, assess transactions, and partner with Finance and business teams.

The role offers broad visibility, requires CPA and 7+ years of experience, and involves reviewing contracts, disclosures, and accounting policy updates. Strong communication to finance and non-finance audiences is essential.

Qualifications

• CPA designation required and progressive accounting experience.
• Experience in U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting preferred.
• Background in a large public company or multi-entity environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Accounting Policy work plan.
• Monitor U.S. GAAP and SEC developments and update policies.
• Research and document technical accounting conclusions on complex transactions.
• Collaborate with Finance and business teams to provide guidance.
• Manage quarterly contract reviews and support external audits.
• Provide training and communicate accounting implications

Skills

CPA designation

Technical accounting

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Audit coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Job description

Canadian Pacific Railway (CPKC) is seeking a Manager, Accounting Policy to support external financial reporting under U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements. You will provide technical guidance, assess transactions, and partner with Finance and business teams.

The role offers broad visibility, requires CPA and 7+ years of experience, and involves reviewing contracts, disclosures, and accounting policy updates. Strong communication to finance and non-finance audiences is essential.