Accounting Policy Manager

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you. Under the guidance and support of the Assistant Controller, the Accounting Policy Manager is an active participant in achieving Finance objectives. The Accounting Policy Manager will support Finance in setting accounting policy and evaluating proper accounting treatments, the development and management of the hedge accounting program, and oversee the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) program for Finance. Maintain, review, monitor and update Associateds accounting policies to ensure compliance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other regulatory guidelines. Ensure transactions for the Corporation are recorded in accordance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and corporate accounting / reporting policy. Draft technical accounting memos on a recurring and ad-hoc basis, as necessary. Proactively review and analyze proposed accounting and regulatory pronouncements from the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), Federal Reserve and other regulatory authorities to determine the potential impact to Associated and support the implementation of those applicable impacts. Implement, in conjunction with External Reporting, new disclosures required by new accounting or regulatory pronouncements. Aid in the preparation and review of portions of the quarterly filings with the SEC, OCC, Federal Reserve, and other regulatory bodies related to hedge accounting. Manage the hedge accounting program including reviewing hedge accounting, documenting support of hedge accounting, monitoring hedge capacity, and managing hedge effectiveness. Oversee the management of the SOX program for Finance including risk assessment, documentation of key processes, process improvement, and control identification, development and enhancement. Perform other special projects and analysis as requested from time to time by the Chief Accounting Officer or the Assistant Controller. Education Bachelors Degree Accounting Required Masters Degree Accounting, Finance or Business Administration Preferred Required Work Experience: Audit or Accounting-related Advisory with Public Accounting firm: 4-7 years of experience Corporate accounting and with a publicly traded company: 4-7 years of experience Preferred Work Experience: Hedge accounting 3-5 years of experience SOX controls 3-5 years of experience SEC and/or Regulatory Reporting 3-5 years of experience Licenses and Certifications CPA – Certified Public Accountant within 1 year of hire date Required In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life. Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans. Paid time off to volunteer in your community. Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focusedColleague Resource Groups. Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities. Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave,anemployee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more. Personal banking, loan, investmentand insurance benefits. Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success. See why our colleagues continually vote us a best place to work in the Midwest.Join our community onFacebook,LinkedInandX. Compliance Statement Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified pplicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR. Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Banks anonymous Ethics Hotline. Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application, interview and hiring process. Please contactleavesandaccommodations@associatedbank.comif you need an accommodation at any time during the process. Associated Banc-Corp is an Affirmative Action andEqual Opportunity Employer. Associated Banc-Corp participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify NoticeEnglish or Spanish. Know Your Right to WorkEnglishorSpanish. Associated Bank isPay Transparencycompliant. The employment policy of Associated Banc-Corp, and its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Associated”) provides equal opportunity to all persons. We support a diverse and inclusive work environment where colleagues are respected, treated fairly, and given equal opportunities to perform to their fullest potential. We believe it is only with a diverse and inclusive workplace that the organization can truly perform at its best, carry out its vision, and make a difference for the communities we serve.