Accounting Policy Director overseeing US GAAP and Statutory accounting for investment portfolios. Collaborating with investment management and ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards.
Responsibilities
Support all aspects of US GAAP and US Statutory accounting policy activities associated with our investment portfolio.
Serve as a strategic accounting advisor to Pacific Life’s Investment Management group for complex investment structures and portfolio transactions.
Provide guidance on mortgage loans (residential and commercial), CECL, structured assets, alternatives, CLOs, and other sophisticated investment classes, ensuring accurate accounting and compliant financial reporting.
Prepare technical accounting position papers and memoranda supporting conclusions.
Provide subject matter expertise to business units responsible for preparing financial statements.
Lead the development, maintenance and publication of Pacific Life’s Accounting Policy and Transaction memos across all relevant accounting areas.
Assist in the identification, assessment, monitoring, and communication of new and emerging accounting guidance developed by the FASB and NAIC across relevant accounting areas.
Develop and execute internal training opportunities for the broader Finance organization.
Lead special projects requiring technical accounting leadership, analytical depth, and working with cross-functional teams.
Requirements
Experience in US GAAP and US Statutory accounting for investments.
Strong knowledge of investments and financial instruments, including mortgage loans, alternative investments, structured credit, securitizations, and consolidation.
Significant experience in US Statutory accounting for life and annuity insurance companies.
Demonstrated capability to independently research, resolve, and communicate complex technical accounting matters to senior leaders and cross-functional partners.
Bachelor’s degree required: Accounting focus.
CPA strongly preferred.
10+ years of experience in accounting.
Benefits
Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs.
Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents.
Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off.
Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program.
Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation.
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