VP, Accounting Policy

• Advise on complex accounting for high-impact transactions
• Partner closely with senior finance and business leaders

About Our Client

Leading investment firm based in Midtown.

Job Description

Technical Accounting & Advisory

• Research and interpret complex accounting issues across multiple business lines
• Provide guidance on topics such as revenue recognition, financial instruments, consolidations, and structured transactions
• Evaluate accounting implications of new and existing transactions

Policy & Standard Implementation

• Support the adoption and implementation of new accounting standards
• Develop and enhance accounting policies to ensure consistency and compliance
• Monitor regulatory and accounting developments, assessing potential impact

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with teams across Finance, Risk, Treasury, and Front Office
• Communicate technical conclusions clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Advise on the financial reporting impact of key business initiatives

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare technical accounting memos supporting conclusions and methodologies
• Contribute to financial statement preparation, including footnotes and disclosures
• Maintain strong documentation to support audit and regulatory review

Audit & Governance

• Liaise with internal and external auditors on accounting matters
• Support governance initiatives and maintain strong control standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement of accounting processes

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.


The Successful Applicant

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting principles
• Proven ability to analyse complex accounting issues and provide practical solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to operate both independently and in a collaborative environment

Qualifications

• 5-8+ years of relevant accounting or audit experience
• CPA qualification required
• Background in financial services strongly preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

What's on Offer

$150,000 - $200,000 base salary.

Contact

Lauren VanManen

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