GAO-Specialized Accounting-Senior Manager
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Data-driven signals on your job's competitivenessTier-1 brand, mid-level experience, metro location, and generalist accounting title increase competition.
Specialized investment accounting, ASC320, multi-geography regulatory and SOX focus limits cross-industry transferability.
Explicit 6–8 years, CA/CPA and ASC320/SOX controls mandate make screening strict.
Job Description
Structured overview of role & requirementsAbout This Role
Review and prepare accounting entries and reporting schedules under US GAAP, IFRS, German accounting standards, and regulatory standards related to investment securities.
Lead process re-engineering, standardization, and automation efforts for Record-to-Report (R2R) processes linked to investment accounting.
Manage day-to-day accounting operations including month-end and quarter-end close activities, regulatory reporting, control testing, and audit responses.
Minimum Requirements
Master’s degree in accounting, Chartered Accountant (CA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA)/MBA-Finance.
6-8 years of progressive experience in Record-to-Report (R2R) areas within major financial institutions.
Extensive knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS accounting standards for investments in debt and equity securities, with experience in other standards (German) a plus.
Proficiency in advanced Excel; experience with Hyperion Essbase, Oracle Financials; knowledge of data analytics tools like Spotfire or Cognos is a plus.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Demonstrated subject matter expertise in accounting for investment securities across multiple geographies (NA, EMEA, APAC) and regulatory environments.
Experienced in building and maintaining strong control environments including SOX and RCSA controls in centralized R2R processes.
Strong operational ownership with ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deliver process improvements, automation, and high-quality outputs under tight deadlines.