Director of Accounting Policy

Our client, a high-performing financial services and insurance company undergoing significant growth and evolution, is seeking a Director of Accounting Policy to join their technical accounting leadership team. This senior position, based in New York City or Greenwich, CT, serves as a strategic partner to senior leaders across the business. The role combines expertise in accounting policy, transaction advisory, and cross‑functional collaboration, with broad exposure to both day‑to‑day and transformational initiatives.

The annual base salary range is $175,000 to $240,000. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things. Details about eligibility for bonus compensation (if applicable) will be finalized at the time of offer.

• Lead the development, interpretation, and implementation of US GAAP and Statutory accounting policy across multiple business segments
• Provide technical accounting guidance for insurance, reinsurance, M&A, pension risk transfer, and other complex financial transactions
• Research, monitor, and apply new and emerging accounting standards from FASB, SEC, and NAIC; assess organizational impacts and ensure compliance
• Draft accounting policies, technical memoranda, and lead the publication of policy manuals and reference materials
• Develop and facilitate internal training and education programs for the broader finance organization regarding emerging topics and best practices
• Partner closely with Finance, Product Development, Corporate Development, and other stakeholders to support business strategy and decision‑making
• Mentor, coach, and support the Accounting Policy team, providing guidance and development as needed
• Lead special projects or initiatives aligned with company transformation, growth, or process optimization

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required
• CPA strongly preferred
• Minimum 8 years of experience in accounting policy, technical accounting, or advisory functions
• Hands‑on experience with US GAAP and Statutory accounting for life and annuity insurance/reinsurance contracts; familiarity with LDTI a plus
• Significant experience researching, communicating, and resolving technical accounting issues
• Proven success supporting teams and delivering clear, concise guidance on complex matters across all levels of the organization
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and educate internal stakeholders