Associate Director, Accounting Policy

Liberty National Life Insurance Company

Associate Director of Accounting Policy evaluating complex accounting transactions and engaging with senior leadership at National Life Group. Focused on compliance with accounting standards in the insurance sector.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeRemote • Texas, Vermont • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $97,500 - $143,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in U.S. GAAP and Statutory Accounting Principles, with a strong focus on compliance and technical accounting support. Proven ability to develop and maintain accounting policies while effectively collaborating with stakeholders.

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U.S. GAAP KnowledgeStatutory Accounting PrinciplesCPA CertificationAccounting Research ToolsPublic Accounting Experience

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Hard Skills

Accounting Policy DevelopmentTechnical Accounting SupportComplex Accounting Issue EvaluationAccounting Standards ApplicationAccounting Research

Soft Skills

Judgment Under PressureRelationship BuildingInquisitive MindsetEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

PwC CheckpointDARTCCH

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Life InsuranceHealth InsuranceP&C InsuranceAccounting Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Dart

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research relevant accounting guidance (U.S. GAAP and Statutory Accounting Principles) to evaluate complex accounting issues.
Develop, maintain, and update the Company’s accounting policy manual and technical memos to ensure company-wide accounting policies are compliant with current accounting standards.
Maintain knowledge on current and emerging accounting standards, assess the impact, and collaborate with management to ensure proper and timely application of accounting standards.
Serve as a resource to team members and applicable internal/external stakeholders on more complex technical accounting policy and compliance issues for assigned areas of responsibility.
Provide technical accounting support on transactions and strategic initiatives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5-7+ years of experience in accounting that directly aligns with the specific responsibilities for this position.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting required
CPA with previous public accounting experience strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and Statutory Accounting Principles, preferably in the life, health, or P&C insurance sector
Experience with accounting research tools (e.g., PwC Checkpoint, DART, CCH)
Ability to exercise good judgement and execute under competing priorities and deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external parties.
Inquisitive mindset with a willingness to independently seek out knowledge, ask relevant questions and clearly formulate and articulate opinions.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, ability to work flexible hours as required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Your benefits start day one and are flexible and customizable to your and your family’s specific needs. Check out the BENEFITS of a Career at National Life!