Senior Manager, Financial Reporting

DescriptionSenior Manager, Financial Reporting & AccountingStamford, Connecticut, USAThe role of Senior Manager, Financial Reporting & Accounting is part of AXA XL’s Chief Accounting and Capital Officer (CACO) team. The successful candidate will oversee AXA XL’s Accounting Policy function. This includes interpreting accounting standards, leading technical accounting consultations, implementing policies, and providing guidance to various stakeholders within the organization. Such policy outcomes have far-reaching implications for the Company’s accounting and financial reporting under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). This position offers exposure to leaders throughout the broader Finance function, and therefore tangible opportunities to broaden and deepen knowledge of the re/insurance industry. It also comes with critical responsibilities to ensure accurate adherence to AXA Group accounting policies and the execution of key internal controls commensurate with a being part of a large publicly traded company.DISCOVER your opportunity What will your essential responsibilities include?Conduct research to support the development and resolution of technical accounting consultations on topics under IFRS.Prepare and review extensive written memoranda supporting positions taken and detailing conclusions reached through research and consultative efforts, to be presented to internal stakeholders and external auditors.Maintain the AXA XL Divisional Accounting Policy Manual and monitor developments at AXA Group for applicability at the divisional level.Monitor developments at key accounting standard setting bodies (principally the IASB and FASB) and proactively identify emerging matters with the potential to impact the Company.Support the implementation of new accounting standards, working within Finance and across the broader Company as required.Oversee the annual assessment of the Company’s goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets to identify potential impairment.Serve as an informal accounting consultative resource for the Finance organization.You will report to the Head of Global Investment Reporting and Analytics in Stamford, CT.QualificationsSHARE your talentWe’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:Required Skills and Abilities:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or FinanceProfessional accounting designation (CA, CPA or equivalent), with external audit experience a plus.Extensive reinsurance/insurance industry accounting and/or financial reporting experience.Highest-caliber written communication skills and experience in developing accounting position papers.Active listening, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, a high degree of accountability to self and the team, and a proven ability to work independently.Must have excellent organizational skills and be able to manage ad hoc requests.Extensive experience with Microsoft Excel and Word.FIND your futureAXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don’t just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.Learn more at axaxl.comInclusion & DiversityAXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can reach their highest potential. It’s about helping one another — and our business — to move forward and succeed.Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements Enhanced family friendly leave benefits Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index Signatory to the UK Women in Finance CharterLearn more at axaxl.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity.  AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Sustainability At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called “Roots of resilience”, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations. Our Pillars:Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society – are essential to our future. We’re committed to protecting and restoring nature – from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard – by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We’re training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.AXA Hearts in Action:  We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL’s “Hearts in Action” programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day – the Global Day of Giving.For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL.The U.S. pay range for this position is $115,500- $227,500. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual’s skills, experience, and location. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues’ pay.At AXA XL, we know how important physical, mental, and financial health are to our employees, which is why we are proud to offer benefits such as a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits.  Wealsobelieve in fostering our colleagues' development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers.  For more details aboutAXA XL’s benefits offerings, please visit US-Benefits-at-a-Glance_2023_US.pdf (myaxaxlbenefits.com).Job Field: FinanceJob Type: StandardSchedule: Full-time