AVP Finance, Benefits Accounting - Newark, NJ

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta

As an employee of the Atlanta Fed working for the Office of Employee Benefits (OEB) in Newark, NJ, you will help support our mission of promoting the stability and efficiency of the U.S.

economy and financial system.

Your work will affect the economy of the Southeast, the United States, and the world.

The work we do here is important, and how we do it is just as important as what we do.

We live our values of integrity, excellence, and respect every day.

We do the right thing, we do things right, and we treat people right.

A career at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta gives you the chance to do work that touches lives and helps communities prosper.

In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes tuition assistance, generous paid time off, top-notch health care benefits, child and family care leave, professional development opportunities, a 401(k) match, pension, and more.

All brought together in a flexible work environment where you can truly find balance.

You will be working in Newark, NJ for a division of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta (Office of Employee Benefits) and will maintain accountability for the OEB Financial Management functions.

Direct and coordinate the development and monitoring of budgets and forecasts related to the operation of the OEB and the Federal Reserve System (FRS) benefit plans.

Assist with setting the objectives and strategies for the Finance team, including related processes and deliverables, and ensure the accuracy and timeliness of all accounting transactions and financial statements related to the operation of the benefit plans.

You will report to the EVP, Executive Director of the OEB.

Location: The position would be based in Newark, NJ at the Office of Employee Benefits (OEB).

Successful candidates must be willing to work on-site at least two days a week.

 

Experience: 10+ years of financial management and/or accounting experience.

Benefits accounting experience, preferred.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:


* Serve as an advisor to the OEB’s senior leadership team informing the strategic direction and effective operation of the OEB.

Assist with developing and implementing financial management strategy.

Oversee participation in the annual audit and quarterly review activities (including SOX) for external and internal auditors.

Oversee the OEB’s relationship with its external auditor, including the annual evaluation of audit services and in partnership with the Board and the Administrative Committee— the periodic procurement of external audit services.


* Lead a team to ensure appropriate technical and non-technical accounting, financial reporting, and consulting and compliance for cost and financial accounting and the Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) program.

Perform continuous assessment of the accounting and reporting processes and provide suggestions for improvement and/or implementation.

Ensure in-...