Lead Technical Accounting Advisor (Charlotte, NC (Hybrid) or Remote)

Brighthouse Financial; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Hybrid work model

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) with company match

Health, vision & dental coverage

Paid parental leave

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Brighthouse Financial is seeking a Lead Technical Accounting Advisor in Charlotte, NC (Hybrid) or remote. You will conduct technical accounting research, interpret US GAAP and SAP, and serve as the liaison between technical accounting and external reporting during close periods.

The role requires 4–8 years in a technical accounting role, CPA or master's degree, strong communication, and experience in life insurance. You will review disclosures, update policies, and support audits.

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of experience in a technical accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and SAP.
• Excellent written and oral communication, able to interact with senior management and auditors.
• Experience in public accounting, auditing or consulting to the life insurance industry.
• CPA designation or master's degree required.

Responsibilities

• Research and interpret technical accounting topics under US GAAP and SAP.
• Monitor and implement new accounting guidance, providing strategic insights.
• Review quarterly and annual SEC filings with external auditors.
• Document accounting for new agreements and transactions entered into by the company.
• Maintain accounting policies and internal controls over financial reporting.
• Provide training on accounting topics to internal customers.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

Communication skills

Independent remote work

Life insurance experience

Auditing experience

Education

CPA designation

Master's degree in accounting or business

Job description

Lead Technical Accounting Advisor (Charlotte, NC (Hybrid) or Remote)

Where you'll work:

Our flexible, hybrid work model offers the option to work remotely or in the office.

How you'll contribute:

As a Lead Technical Accounting Advisor, you'll be responsible for technical accounting research and interpretation of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) topics including business combinations, purchase accounting, debt and equity transactions, investments, earnings per share, taxes, employee benefits and other corporate topics. Other responsibilities include monitoring, interpreting and implementing updates to GAAP and statutory accounting principles (SAP), reviewing financial statement disclosures and assisting with accounting questions that arise during financial close periods. The position will be the primary liaison between the technical accounting group and the external reporting team during close periods and will involve interaction with senior management, external and internal auditors. Brighthouse is responsible for preparing consolidated and subsidiary GAAP financial statements along with the statutory financial statements of our insurance subsidiaries.

In this role, you'll get to:

• Monitor and implement new accounting and reporting guidance, providing strategic insights and technical support.
• Research and interpret technical accounting for business combinations, purchase accounting, debt and equity transactions, investments, earnings per share, taxes, employee benefits, and other corporate topics.
• Reviewing the quarterly and annual SEC financial statements and partnering with external auditors during audits.
• Review and document the accounting for new agreements and transactions entered into by the Company.
• Maintaining the Company's accounting policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with the Technical Accounting Group’s internal controls over financial reporting.
• Provide training and education on accounting topics to internal customers.

We're looking for people who have:

• Minimum of 4-8 years of experience in a technical accounting role required, either in a corporate setting or with a public accounting firm.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge of US GAAP and statutory accounting principles.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results by working independently in a remote environment.
• Very strong written and oral communication skills to communicate with senior management and auditors.
• Experience in public accounting, auditing or consulting to the life insurance industry.
• Certified Public Accountant designation or master's degree in accounting or other business field.

Research shows some people may not apply for a role if they don’t check all the boxes of a job description. If you don’t check every box listed, that’s okay. We would love to hear from you.

What you'll receive:

• Compensation – Base salary ranging from $145,000 to $165,000 plus competitive performance-based incentives determined by company and individual results.
• Flexible Work Environment – Work remotely or in the office to better thrive in all areas of life.
• Paid Time Off – Recharge with a minimum of 20 days of paid time off and 16 paid company holidays per calendar year plus paid volunteer time and paid study time.
• Financial Health – Work toward achieving your financial goals through our 401(k) savings plan with company match (up to 6%) and annual company nondiscretionary contribution (3%), and financial counseling services.
• Health and Wellness – Enjoy competitive medical, vision, and dental plans plus tax-free health savings accounts with potential company contributions up to $1,000 per family.
• Family Support – Care for loved ones with up to 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents, back-up dependent care, dependent care flexible spending account, and up to a $25,000 lifetime maximum during your adoption, infertility, or surrogacy journey.
• Life and Disability Support – Gain access to company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability insurance.

The company and your department may occasionally gather in person throughout the year to foster a culture of belonging and promote team building. We’d love for you to join us during those company-wide and department-wide events to help you strengthen connections across the company.

Why join us?

Brighthouse Financial is on a mission to help people achieve financial security. Our company is one of the largest providers of annuities and life insurance in the U.S.,* and we specialize in products designed to help people protect what they’ve earned and ensure it lasts.

We empower employees to collaborate, bring their passion to work, and make an impact. Our inclusive work environment fosters a culture that celebrates diverse backgrounds and experiences. You can find out more about our company culture by visiting brighthousefinancial.com/about-us/careers/.

We’re one of the largest providers of annuities and life insurance in the U.S.,* and our commitment to being a great place to work has earned us recognition as one of the Healthiest Employers of Greater Charlotte.

*Ranked by 2025 admitted assets. Best's Review®: Top 200 U.S. Life/Health Insurers. AM Best, 2026.

We’re one of the largest providers of annuities and life insurance in the U.S.,* and our commitment to being a great place to work has earned us recognition as one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek and, locally, one of the Healthiest Employers of Greater Charlotte.

*Ranked by 2024 admitted assets. Best's Review®: Top 200 U.S. Life/Health Insurers. AM Best, 2025.

Brighthouse Financial is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Brighthouse Financial's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.