US GAAP Policy Leader

Nomura; New York (NY); On-site; USD 220,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Restricted stock units

Medical benefits

401(k) eligibility and PTO

Job summary

Nomura in New York seeks an Executive Director to lead US GAAP accounting policy and statutory reporting. You will guide complex accounting matters, develop policies, and partner with treasury, tax, risk, and legal on initiatives.

Lead a small team, oversee audits, and communicate with executives on financial reporting impacts. CPA and 12+ years of experience in financial services are required.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive accounting experience in financial services.
• CPA required; US GAAP expertise; strong knowledge of IFRS is not needed.
• Experience managing statutory audits and external auditors.
• Proven ability to mentor staff and lead teams.
• Excellent communication with senior executives and boards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for US GAAP, guide complex accounting matters.
• Develop and maintain US accounting policies and procedures.
• Lead statutory financial statements and audits with external firms.
• Partner with Treasury, Tax, Risk, Legal on initiatives.
• Provide guidance on product transactions and restructurings.
• Translate accounting requirements for non-finance stakeholders.
• Lead and develop two direct reports on statutory reporting.

Skills

US GAAP

Accounting policy

Financial services knowledge

Team leadership

Communication with executives

Research and interpretation

SOX / controls awareness

Financial instruments knowledge

Education

CPA

Bachelor's in accounting/finance

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

Nomura in New York seeks an Executive Director to lead US GAAP accounting policy and statutory reporting. You will guide complex accounting matters, develop policies, and partner with treasury, tax, risk, and legal on initiatives.

Lead a small team, oversee audits, and communicate with executives on financial reporting impacts. CPA and 12+ years of experience in financial services are required.