Zurich is looking for a Director of Accounting Policy to work out of our North American Headquarters in the following locations: Schaumburg, Chicago, Philadelphia, New York or Boston.

As a Director of Accounting Policy, you will work closely with the Finance team and senior management to review, interpret, analyze and document complex accounting topics across IFRS, US GAAP, and Statutory.

Qualifications: Strong communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, including senior leadership.

Strong technical accounting background and experience with proficiency in IFRS, US Statutory, and US GAAP.

Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills to translate complex accounting guidance into clear action.

Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment. As a Director of Accounting Policy, you will be responsible for:

Analyze and support moderate to complex transactions and related activities across both P&C and Life and able to communicate/document financial statement impacts to management.

Identify potential process improvements and efficiencies. Develops and presents action plans for process improvement to management.

Prepare executive summaries and training material on emerging accounting matters, new and existing accounting standards.

Support maintenance of Accounting Policy Handbook (or equivalent local framework).

Perform research on accounting issues.

Together with team, participate in interpretation on new or revised accounting standards for implementation by function/business.

Prepare information and training to Finance and business leaders on accounting matters (existing or emerging) that may have implications to the business.

Promote awareness of accounting concepts & risks to aid executive decision-making.

Partner with the Finance team to ensure proper accounting treatment is considered in systems / process development, product development, new business activities / transactions, etc. Basic Qualifications for Director of Accounting Policy:

Bachelors Degree and 7 or more years of experience in the Accounting or Finance area OR

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 9 or more years of experience in the Accounting or Finance area OR

Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 7 or more years of experience in the Accounting or Finance area AND

Experience with technical accounting principles

Experience in implementations of complex accounting solutions

Preferred Qualifications:

Technical Insurance Accounting experience (i.e. IFRS 17)

Public Accounting Experience

CPA

ESG Reporting

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Advanced Microsoft Office skills As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033. Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Location(s): AM - Schaumburg, AM - Boston, AM - Chicago, AM - New York, AM - Philadelphia Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No

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