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US Accounting Policy Lead

New York, NY 10019-7316

Posted: 09/23/2026 Employment Type: Direct Placement Job Number: 29349547 Pay Rate: 220000-240000 USD/Year

Job Description

Core Responsibilities US GAAP Technical Accounting & Policy Leadership:
  • Act as the expert on US GAAP standards, offering guidance on complex accounting issues.
  • Analyze and apply US GAAP to new transactions and business initiatives.
  • Create and maintain consistent US accounting policies and procedures.
  • Evaluate the impact of new US GAAP standards and communicate changes to stakeholders.
  • Advise on technical accounting for areas like financial instruments and revenue recognition.
  • Oversee the preparation and audit of statutory financial statements.
  • Lead a team focused on statutory reporting requirements.
  • Coordinate with external auditors to meet audit timelines and resolve findings.
  • Ensure compliance with statutory reporting and regulatory deadlines.
  • Approve financial statements and related disclosures.
  • Provide accounting support to various business divisions.
  • Collaborate with corporate functions on accounting impacts of business initiatives.
  • Engage with senior leaders on accounting matters and financial reporting.
  • Advise on accounting for new products and transactions.
  • Simplify complex accounting requirements for non-finance stakeholders.
Audit & Control Environment:
  • Serve as the main contact for auditors on technical accounting issues.
  • Handle audit inquiries and support SOX compliance efforts.
  • Participate in audit planning and technical consultations.
Team Leadership & Development:
  • Mentor and develop a team responsible for financial statements.
  • Promote a culture of learning and technical excellence.
  • Provide guidance on complex issues and encourage knowledge sharing.
  • Support team growth through coaching and career planning.
Role Qualifications
  • 12+ years in accounting, with a focus on technical accounting and financial services.
  • Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance;CPA required.
  • Expertise in US GAAP principles and application of complex standards.
  • Strong knowledge of financial services products.
  • Experience managing audit processes;Big 4 experience preferred.
  • Proven leadership and staff development skills.
  • Excellent communication skills for diverse audiences.
  • Strong stakeholder management and ability to work under pressure.
  • Experience with enterprise financial systems and technical tools.
  • Analytical skills to assess business implications of accounting decisions.

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Drew Anson

Chief Delivery Officer

Drew Anson is Chief Delivery Officer at Phaxis, a Workforce Solutions Company based in New York.

In this role, Drew leads the delivery and recruiting working closely with the leadership team to define a model that is efficient at supporting the firm s current needs and is scalable for future growth.

Drew is a seasoned executive with more than 13 years of Services & Recruitment experience. In that time, he has supported numerous Fortune 100/500/1000 organizations across industries by providing global workforce solutions, namely resources and thought leadership for large-scale projects, implementations, and managed services.

Prior to joining Phaxis predecessor firm Park Hudson in 2021, Drew spent three years at engineering technology and talent solutions firm, Collabera, as Director of Sales in North Carolina. Earlier in his career, he spent nearly eight years at Insight Global, most recently as Sales Manager of the Columbus, OH office.

He holds a degree from Central Michigan University in Sales & Marketing.

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