Manager Accounting Policy

If you’re looking for a meaningful career, you’ll find it here at Webster. Founded in 1935, our focus has always been to put people first--doing whatever we can to help individuals, families, businesses and our colleagues achieve their financial goals. As a leading commercial bank, we remain passionate about serving our clients and supporting our communities. Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Agility, Respect, Excellence are Webster’s values, these set us apart as a bank and as an employer.  

Come join our team where you can expand your career potential, benefit from our robust development opportunities, and enjoy meaningful work!

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain consistent and reliable accounting policies and procedures.

• Consult with internal business units and external auditors on technical accounting matters and the application and development of accounting policies and procedures.

• Provide training to management and staff on accounting policies and procedures.

• Assist in developing technical accounting position papers and research memos for the organization in connection with significant, non-routine transactions.

• Monitor current and future accounting and regulatory developments and provide updates to senior management on the impact that new standards may have on the organization.

• Assist in the implementation of new accounting standards.

• Assist in preparing certain financial statement disclosures and work closely with the SEC Reporting Team in support of the filing of quarterly and annual reports

• Assist the SEC Reporting Team with other financial reporting requirements, as needed.

• Support SOX compliance and effective internal control over financial reporting as relates to significant accounting estimates and judgments (e.g., impairment of goodwill, other intangibles, and long-lived assets; allowance for credit losses; fair value measurements; business combinations; etc.).

• Assist in representing the organization externally on technical accounting matters, including by taking part in industry-wide meetings and trainings.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or higher

• Active CPA license is required

• Minimum of 5 years of experience at either a Big 4 public accounting firm or a combination of Big 4 public accounting and mid-sized regional accounting experience

• Experience in the financial services industry, particularly with depository and lending institutions, is a plus

• Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP and SOX

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of management and educate individuals outside of the accounting department

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

• Detail oriented and self-motivated; is able to develop action plans and accomplish multiple projects within an agreed-upon timeframe

The estimated salary range for this position is $115,000 USD to $130,000USD. Actual salary may vary up or down depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position is eligible for incentive compensation.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.