Leads technical accounting policy activities, including implementing new accounting standards, documenting adoption, preparing disclosures, developing guidance for transactions and business strategies, and reviewing financial statements for U.S. GAAP and SEC compliance. Monitors emerging accounting issues, maintains internal policies, researches accounting guidance, and communicates technical accounting impacts to management.
Summary:
First Horizon is hiring an Accounting Policy Senior within Corporate Accounting to assist with the implementation of accounting guidance for business strategies and the evaluation of new accounting standards. This role supports the company’s business lines and operational functions in determining the appropriate accounting treatment for transactions. This role also evaluates SEC and regulatory reporting requirements, making updates to external filings as required.
Job Description/Function:
- Lead Implementation of New Accounting Standards, Evaluating Effects on Current Businesses and Accounting Processes and Procedures
- Primary Responsibility for Documentation of Adoption of Accounting Standards
- Prepare Disclosures for Pending Accounting Standards
- Develop Accounting Guidance and Documentation for New Business Strategies and Proposed Transactions
- Develop Presentations for Management Regarding Impacts of Technical Accounting Issues and New Accounting Standards
- Review of Financial Statements and Transaction Support to Ensure That Accounting Guidance Was Followed
- Review of Financial Statements for Compliance With U.S. GAAP and SEC Reporting Requirements
- Monitoring and Reporting for Emerging Accounting Issues (e.g., AI Projects, Cryptocurrency, Tokenized Deposits, Transferable Tax Credits)
- Development and Maintenance of Internal Accounting Policies
- Preparation of Periodic Documentation for Technical Accounting Topics (e.g., Variable Interest Entities, SAB 108, Goodwill Impairment Review, Long-Lived Assets Impairment Review, Fair Value Measurements)
Skill Requirements:
- Strong Understanding of U.S. GAAP and SEC Reporting Requirements
- Strong Technical Accounting Skills
- Ability to Research Accounting and Reporting Guidance (e.g., Accounting Standards Codification, Y9C and Call Report Instructions, Accounting Firm Interpretations)
- Ability to Research Issues Within Accounting Standards Codification and Available Interpretations
- Ability to Translate Technical Accounting Requirements Into Transactional Level Guidance and Support
- Strong Written and Verbal Communication Skills
- Ability to Understand Business Economics and Related Accounting Processes
- Prior Financial Services, Audit and Internal Control Experience is Desirable
- Degree in Accounting, CPA preferred
- 5+ years of Related Work Experience in Public Accounting or Public Company Corporate Accounting Department Also Desirable
First Horizon Corporation is a leading regional financial services company, dedicated to helping our clients, communities and associates unlock their full potential with capital and counsel. Headquartered in Memphis, TN, the banking subsidiary First Horizon Bank operates in 12 states across the southern U.S. The Company and its subsidiaries offer commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking services. First Horizon has been recognized as one of the nation's best employers by Fortune and Forbes magazines and a Top 10 Most Reputable U.S. Bank. More information is available at www.FirstHorizon.com.
Benefit Highlights
• Medical with wellness incentives, dental, and vision
• HSA with company match
• Maternity and parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mentor program
• 401(k) with 6% match
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