VP, Accounting Job Description
VP, accounting
provides relevant US GAAP technical accounting guidance to BUs, including appropriate accounting treatment, research and conclusion on accounting issues.
VP, Accounting Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Through the influence of this position, ensure adequate ongoing training in accounting and reporting personnel in applicable accounting frameworks
Be responsible for assisting in the accounting for acquisitions and the integration of new businesses from an accounting perspective
Represent Corporate Other Accounting in accounting related projects that span multiple lines of business
Provide local staff with accurate and timely information and support such as cost analysis and justifications, monthly cost accounting reports, general ledger and balance sheet reviews, business unit variance reporting, analysis of actual versus budget performance, generation of accounting reports at the business unit (BU) and departmental level
Oversight of all general accounting functions payables general ledger payroll and assure adherence to generally accepted accounting practices
Maintain and support relationships with all EMEA and Global Fund Accounting oversight offices ensuring consistency of process and the most optimal control and administrative duties (such as daily NAV review, tolerances checks, invoicing, ) to achieve complete and robust oversight of vendors are in place
Develop and own the realization of the accounting transformation product development roadmap including annual/multi year product planning
Maintains strong relationships and connectivity with all EMEA Fund Accounting oversight offices ensuring consistency of process and most optimal use of resource to provide various control and operational functions (such as daily NAV review, tolerances checks, invoicing, ) to achieve complete and robust oversight of vendors and specific fund processes
Leads global controllership initiatives around accounting policy, including company’s posture on statutory and U.S. GAAP, IFRS, convergence
Primarily responsible for implementation and technical administration for all new and existing applicable regulatory accounting guidance, technical consultation for senior leaders of the company across multiple disciplines (e.g., front office, middle office, back office, reporting, actuarial, operations) on complex transactions and new business ventures
VP, Accounting Qualifications
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Licensing or Certifications for VP, Accounting
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: CPA, PMP, FINRA
Education for VP, Accounting
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Employers hiring for the VP, accounting job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, MBA, Business, Business/Administration, Economics, Education, Accountancy, Management, Mathematics
Skills for VP, Accounting
Desired skills for VP, accounting include:
Accounting systems and banking operations
US GAAP
Budgeting and planning
Accounting
Accounting information systems
Accounting processes and procedures
Accounting standards and their impact on the business
All with a real estate emphasis
Auditing
Authoritative U.S. GAAP technical accounting research and application
Desired experience for VP, accounting includes:
Rigorous in identifying, evaluating and addressing risk management
Ability to communicate effectively as the operations representative at board meetings, sub-committees and industry groups
Proven significant experience in enhancing and managing operational processes
Effectively partner with Operation and Product team to drive the design and implementation of new and changed Operating Models that align to “future state” vision
Plan, Manage and Execute Projects that will improve the delivery of Fund Services capabilities related to derivatives instruments
Seamlessly, plan, manage and execute projects or a project stream within a large program across multiple business units and technology team
VP, Accounting Examples
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VP, Accounting Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of VP, accounting. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for VP, accounting
- Work with Controller and External Reporting on the adoption of new accounting standards
- Represent JPM across all service and change discussions for Fund accounting, Performance
- Providing technical and consultative support for existing and new clients on Unit pricing & Fund Accounting reporting
- Managing the transition in of new clients from an accounting & unit pricing perspective in line with the overall transition plan
- A tertiary qualification in Accounting, Mathematics, Economics or a related discipline preferred
- A degree in Accounting, Mathematics, Economics or a related discipline
- Minimum four year’s experience in Fund Operations & Unit Trust Pricing (Administration/Management/Accounting)
- Drive product developments from definition and detailed business case through to marketing and implementation
- Ensure the consistency and best practice of the product offering & delivery
- Oversee end to end client satisfaction, identifying negative performance trends and working with internal partners to manage issues back to green
Qualifications for VP, accounting
- Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and work successfully under time pressure
- Familiarity with agile project management discipline a plus
- Experience in executing Projects with both the Waterfall and Agile methodologies
- Experience in Mutual Funds, Derivatives Processing
- Strong skills with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Visio)
- Knowledge of German GAAP and tax
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Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of VP, accounting. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for VP, accounting
- Strong experience with accounting research and accounting whitepapers
- Other corporate accounting activities may include among other things assisting in consolidations, SAP, goodwill and intangible accounting, multi-currency global consolidations, stock based compensation, and EPS calculations
- Lead accounting efforts to provide forestry and agriculture operations with information relative to their respective businesses
- In conjunction with lands administration, ensure all land based accounting records are kept up to date (tax parcels, harvest units)
- Oversee annual independent audit and other compliance audits and ensure financial records are maintained in accordance with federal, state and local laws accounting standards set forth by FASB and in compliance with Sabanes-Oxley financial reporting and internal controls
- Accountable for the overall accounting function at Maracay, including reporting, internal controls and policy implementation
- Provides leadership and support to various team members, including finance and accounting staff, sales, starts and closing coordinators, information technology team member(s), and accounts payable function, including ensuring quality data for management reporting
- Treasury and share count reconciliations and accounting for investment in subsidiaries
- Review quarterly analysis (balance sheet and income statement)
- Review and analyze quarterly reporting packages for purposes of external reporting
Qualifications for VP, accounting
- Knowledge in UK, Irish GAAP or IFRS
- Knowledge of tax
- Knowledge of IFRS or French / Italian GAAP
- Technical understanding of the German and/or Swiss regulatory framework
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage many tasks concurrently in a structured manner within a time pressured environment
- Fluent German and English required
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Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of VP, accounting. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for VP, accounting
- Classification & Measurement (US GAAP ASU 2016-01 and IFRS 9)
- Leasing (US GAAP ASU 2016-02 and IFRS 16)
- Utilize Oracle general ledger, Hyperion consolidation software and Smartview Excel tools, as necessary
- Advise opportunities for efficiencies and ideas to offer better service to business unit heads
- Evaluate and identify areas of potential exposure and internal control weaknesses
- Periodically review SOX documentation to ensure it is updated timely
- Assist in the overall implementation of the COSO 2013 Framework in 2015
- Quarterly consolidation reporting for the General Partner’s entities
- Quarterly DRP reporting and analysis
- Quarterly Partner reporting
Qualifications for VP, accounting
- International media/entertainment experience
- Quarterly tax estimate analysis
- Internal controls, Sarbanes Oxley and TIC B compliance
- Design and implementation of new processes and reports to maximize efficiencies and control
- Extensive interaction with our Fund accountants, Operations team, Treasury, Tax and Consolidation Team
- Daily and monthly journal entry bookings and related reconciliations
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Our growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of VP, accounting. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for VP, accounting
- Identify accounting policy issues, researching technical accounting literature, and advise internal clients on appropriate accounting guidance
- Perform research on complex technical accounting issues and lead or participate in discussions with external auditors and internal Accounting team members on such topics
- Prepare and review technical memos document research, analysis, and resolution of significant accounting issues
- Assist in establishing, updating, and reviewing Accounting Policy Manual
- Lead the team responsible for the Company’s stock based compensation, debt and equity accounting
- Work with FPA, Legal and the GL teams as required to address accounting and due diligence issues and related documentation around the Company's M&A activity
- Lead Accounting team's research for and plan its adoption of significant new technical guidance
- Assist Accounting Team with technical issues related to revenue recognition
- Preparation and review of financial statements and supporting documentation
- Various special projects including further Investran implementation and Partner reporting
Qualifications for VP, accounting
- 10+ years of progressively increasing responsibility
- Minimum 10-12 years experience in an operations role
- Knowledge on accounts payable, vendor management and accounts reconciliation requirements
- Proven track record in applying company internal controls and policies
- Assistance with quarterly reporting processes, financing transactions, acquisition/disposal transactions, as needed
- Five plus years of experience at a public CPA firm
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VP, Accounting Job Description
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Our company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of VP, accounting. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for VP, accounting
- Assist in analysis of the monthly financials
- Responsible for ensuring that monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting is timely, accurate, and in compliance with GAAP, including coordinating with internal and external auditors
- Provides professional and timely management reports on variances, trends, and control standards and practices
- Accountable for the implementation and maintenance of a thorough system of internal controls to effectively safeguard the company’s assets
- Provides second level review and analysis of land acquisition pro formas prepared by Maracay’s land acquisition team for viability, accuracy and sensitivity
- Consistently challenges status quo methodologies and work practices to improve the service level of the department
- Provides Maracay President and senior leadership with continuous about impact of business decisions on financial metrics
- Leads and manages resolution of general legal matters with outside and in-house counsel
- Manages and monitors leasing arrangements for office space
- Prepare all Business Solutions segment financial related regulatory filings
Qualifications for VP, accounting
- Professional and approachable personality
- CPA or equivalent license preferred
- Strong leader who can influence and lead initiatives within the company and manage and motivate
- Have very advanced computer skills, specifically Excel building pivot tables, macros
- Can work effectively within a small team and across the department the wider business
- CPA designation (active preferred)