IFRS17 Technical Accounting Lead — Hybrid, Car Allowance

CO-OP; United States; Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car/Car allowance

Private healthcare

Annual bonus

Holiday allowance

Pension

Staff discount

Stream pay access

Virtual healthcare

24/7 support

Career development

Cycle-to-work

Job summary

Co-op is seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to oversee IFRS-based financial reporting and high-quality accounting practices in a hybrid Manchester setting. You will lead a team of three qualified accountants, develop policies, and provide clear technical guidance to executives and governance bodies.

You will collaborate with finance, external auditors, and actuarial partners, ensuring robust financial reporting and compliance with evolving standards.

Qualifications

• Experience interpreting IFRS standards, especially IFRS 17.
• Proven ability to produce technical accounting papers for senior leaders and governance committees.
• Strong leadership of a small team and partnering with external auditors and actuarial support.

Responsibilities

• Lead interpretation and application of IFRS standards, with responsibility for IFRS 17.
• Provide technical accounting advice on complex transactions and projects.
• Prepare and review technical accounting papers for senior leaders, auditors, and governance committees.
• Oversee production of annual and interim financial statements.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and ensure consistent implementation.
• Build relationships with auditors and external actuarial support for IFRS17.
• Translate emerging accounting developments into practical guidance.
• Support the Technical Accounting Committee and other governance forums; provide clear, commercially-balanced advice to finance and non-finance audiences.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of three qualified accountants.

Skills

IFRS expertise

Analytical skills

Communication & influencing

Leadership

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Education

ACA or ACCA or equivalent

Job description

Co-op is seeking a Technical Accounting Manager to oversee IFRS-based financial reporting and high-quality accounting practices in a hybrid Manchester setting. You will lead a team of three qualified accountants, develop policies, and provide clear technical guidance to executives and governance bodies.

You will collaborate with finance, external auditors, and actuarial partners, ensuring robust financial reporting and compliance with evolving standards.