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North Star Staffing Solutions, Inc.

Accounting Policy Manager

North Star Staffing Solutions, Inc., Walnut Creek, California, United States, 94598


Req # :

LW8117

| Type: Full Time | Posted:

8/21/2014

| Edited:

10/16/2014

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Fee:20.00% Percentage Computed On Base SalaryThis is a 50/50 splitMinimum: $140,000Maximum: $175,000Target: $155,000Bonus: 10%Travel: 25%Sponsor/transfer H-13 and/or H-2B: NoSponsor / transfer work permits: NoPaid relocation: YesIndustry: Banking/Financial ServicesHonor Period: 3 monthsJob Description

Accounting Policy Manager

Responsible for managing a group of accounting positions that will provide accounting expertise to the various business line groups throughout our bank. In addition to this position, the role is responsible for establishing relationships and a high-profile leadership role by providing accounting policy expertise to senior management and business group managers. Requires high-level expertise due to the impact of decisions on the Bank.

Position Accountabilities:

Research and monitoringActs as the bank's primary interface with accounting pronouncements, including, but not limited to those written by the following entities:Securities & Exchange CommissionFinancial Accounting Standards BoardInternational Accounting Standards BoardDerivatives Implementation GroupEmerging Issues Task ForceFDIC, Federal Reserve, and Office of the Comptroller of the CurrencyMaintains and updates the Accounting Policy ManualEnsures that new pronouncements are reflected in the manual in a timely mannerEnsures that the Executive Management Committee and Audit Committee are informed of major changesPrepares well-organized, comprehensive, and pertinent white papers for complex issues and transactionsWorks with the Business Line Groups to ensure General Ledger balances related to large or complex transactions are properly stated in accordance with the Accounting Policy Manual and generally accepted accounting principlesAdvises project teams on specific accounting issues pertinent to new products, major business and organizational events, and system conversions, upgrades, and enhancementsInteracts with the Controller's Department when questions and issues arise related to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)Assists the Controller's Department in implementing GAAPResponsible for acting as a liaison between the Controller's Department and Business Line GroupsManages staff including selection, motivation, and performance managementPerforms other duties as assignedQualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experienceCertified Public Accountant (CPA)10+ years professional level accounting experience with a Big 4 Accounting firm or 10 to 12+ years of professional level accounting experience4+ years of progressive accounting policy and internal control experience while working in a lead/managerial capacity or matrix situation in the banking/financial services industryThorough knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and regulatory accounting practices in financial institutionsAccounting policy implementation experienceKnowledge and understanding of accounting treatment/policy as it applies to different business groups/products (e.g., capital markets, derivatives, treasury, etc.)Experience in change management and cross-functional work teamsExperience in evaluating and implementing internal controlsKnowledge of COSO frameworkAnalytical and research skillsBank product and service knowledgeNegotiation skillsStrong verbal and written communication skillsStrong presentation skills with experience reporting to senior managementAbility to plan, execute, and deliver on projects in a timely mannerAction and results-oriented with a positive attitude and the ability to overcome obstaclesSupervise 2+ professional staffAdditional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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