Hybrid AVP, Global Accounting Policy

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About the role

  • AVP Global Accounting Policy providing technical accounting advisory and policy development at Great-West Lifeco, focusing on IFRS standards and compliance across regions.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic thought leadership and technical accounting guidance on significant, complex, and strategically important transactions
  • Evaluate and document accounting conclusions related to business combinations and other complex arrangements
  • Develop, maintain, and refresh global accounting policies
  • Draft and oversee high‑quality technical accounting memos and policy documentation
  • Lead accounting policy compliance initiatives
  • Monitor new accounting guidance and assess implementation impacts for IFRS
  • Serve as the primary technical point of contact for internal and external auditors
  • Communicate complex accounting conclusions clearly and concisely to senior management

Requirements

  • CPA designation is required
  • Deep understanding and extensive experience with IFRS
  • Proven expertise in technical accounting research
  • Strong organizational and project management skills
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills
  • Adequate knowledge of internal controls over financial reporting
  • Experience with coaching and leading teams

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development
  • Inclusivity programs

Job title

AVP, Global Accounting Policy

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Professional Certificate

Location requirements

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