Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Brighthouse Financial is one of the largest providers of annuities and life insurance in the U.S., and they are seeking a Lead Technical Accounting Advisor. In this role, you will be responsible for technical accounting research and interpretation of US GAAP topics, while also serving as the primary liaison between the technical accounting group and the external reporting team.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and implement new accounting and reporting guidance, providing strategic insights and technical support
- Research and interpret technical accounting for business combinations, purchase accounting, debt and equity transactions, investments, earnings per share, taxes, employee benefits, and other corporate topics
- Reviewing the quarterly and annual SEC financial statements and partnering with external auditors during audits
- Review and document the accounting for new agreements and transactions entered into by the Company
- Maintaining the Company’s accounting policies and procedures
- Ensure compliance with the Technical Accounting Group’s internal controls over financial reporting
- Provide training and education on accounting topics to internal customers
Skills
- Minimum of 4-8 years of experience in a technical accounting role required, either in a corporate setting or with a public accounting firm
- Strong technical accounting knowledge of US GAAP and statutory accounting principles
- Demonstrated ability to achieve results by working independently in a remote environment
- Very strong written and oral communication skills to communicate with senior management and auditors
- Experience in public accounting, auditing or consulting to the life insurance industry
- Certified Public Accountant designation or master's degree in accounting or other business field
Benefits
- Flexible Work Environment – Work remotely or in the office to better thrive in all areas of life.
- Paid Time Off – Recharge with a minimum of 20 days of paid time off and 16 paid company holidays per calendar year plus paid volunteer time and paid study time.
- Financial Health – Work toward achieving your financial goals through our 401(k) savings plan with company match (up to 6%) and annual company nondiscretionary contribution (3%), and financial counseling services.
- Health and Wellness – Enjoy competitive medical, vision, and dental plans plus tax-free health savings accounts with potential company contributions up to $1,000 per family.
- Family Support – Care for loved ones with up to 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents, back-up dependent care, dependent care flexible spending account, and up to a $25,000 lifetime maximum during your adoption, infertility, or surrogacy journey.
- Life and Disability Support – Gain access to company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability insurance.
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