US Accounting Policy Lead

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The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $165K & $190K/year * (see below footnote for additional compensation and benefits information).

Company overview

Nomura is a financial services group with an integrated global network. By connecting markets East & West, we service the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through our four business divisions:
Wealth Management, Investment Management, Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking) and Banking.

Driven by the insights of some 28,000 people worldwide, we put our clients at the center of everything we do, delivering unparalleled access to, from and within Asia. For further information about Nomura, visit

Department Overview:

Nomura's Finance department manages the company's financial operations and provides financial guidance to support business decision-making. The team collaborates with senior leadership, business units, and stakeholders to develop effective financial strategies, providing guidance on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis to align financial operations with business objectives. Nomura's Finance team specializes in financial reporting, accounting, tax, treasury, and capital management, known for providing exceptional service to clients.

With a strong track record and commitment to innovation and global reach, Nomura's Finance department is well-positioned to continue driving growth and success in the financial industry.

Role

Description:

US GAAP Technical Accounting & Policy Leadership:

• Serve as subject matter expert (SME) for US GAAP accounting standards, providing authoritative guidance on complex technical accounting matters
• Research, interpret, and apply US GAAP standards to new and emerging transactions, products, and business initiatives
• Develop, document, and maintain US accounting policies and procedures to ensure consistency across the organization
• Monitor and assess impact of new and proposed US GAAP standards, including implementation planning and stakeholder communication
• Provide technical accounting guidance on complex areas including financial instruments, revenue recognition, consolidation, fair value measurement, and hedging

Legal Entity Statutory Financial Statements:

• Manage and oversee the preparation and audit process for legal entity statutory audited financial statements
• Supervise a team of two professionals responsible for statutory reporting deliverables
• Coordinate with external auditors to ensure timely completion of statutory audits and resolution of audit findings
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements and regulatory filing deadlines
• Review and approve statutory financial statements, including footnote disclosures and management assertions

Business Partner & Corporate Function Support:

• Provide US GAAP accounting support and consultation to business divisions (Wealth Management, Investment Management, Wholesale, Banking)
• Partner with corporate functions including Treasury, Tax, Risk, Legal, and Operations on accounting implications of business initiatives
• Face off with senior business leaders and CFO on technical accounting matters, transaction structuring, and financial reporting impacts
• Advise on accounting treatment for new products, transactions, M&A activity, and strategic initiatives
• Translate complex accounting requirements into actionable guidance for non-finance stakeholders

Audit & Control Environment:

• Serve as primary liaison with internal and external auditors on technical accounting matters
• Respond to audit inquiries, provide supporting documentation, and resolve audit findings
• Support SOX compliance efforts related to accounting policies and…