Accounting Policy and Project Manager

Job Locations

US-IN-Evansville | US-IL-Chicago | US-TN-Nashville | US-MN-St Louis Park | US-KY-Louisville | US-IN-Indianapolis | US-WI-Milwaukee

Old National Bank has been serving clients and communities since 1834. With $50 billion in total assets, we are a regional powerhouse deeply rooted in the communities we serve. As a trusted partner, we thrive on helping our clients achieve their goals and dreams, and we are committed to social responsibility and investing in our communities through volunteering and charitable giving.

We continually seek highly motivated and talented individuals as our people are critical to our success. In return, we offer competitive compensation with our salary and incentive program, in addition to medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401K, continuing education opportunities and an employee assistance program are also included in our benefit suite. A unique opportunity to join a growing, community and client-focused company that is firmly rooted in its core values.

We are currently have an open position for a Manager of Accounting Policy and Projects. The Accounting Policy team, is part of the broader Corporate Controller organization under the jurisdiction of the Chief Accounting Officer at Old National Bancorp (ONB). The Controllership group provides accounting compliance and oversight for all transactions, ensuring appropriate accounting treatment, adherence to internal controls and accurate financial statement reporting and presentation. The Accounting Policy team is seeking a Manager to serve as a valued business partner, providing timely and accurate financial consultation on emerging, existing and complex accounting issues as well as assisting the lines of business and accounting operations with operationalizing processes to conform to U.S. GAAP. The candidate will partner with various cross-functional groups including but not limited to Corporate Accounting, Tax, Legal, Operations, Finance, Treasury, external auditors, and the Lines of Business to drive the implementation of new accounting standards and adherence to existing accounting standards. This role also offers many opportunities to engage with executive management. To be considered for this role, candidates must have a strong understanding of US GAAP, a proven track record of problem solving in a pressure sensitive environment and have demonstrated strong communication and influence with management.

In addition, this position will assist the Controllership organization in oversight of ONB's (which includes the Bancorp, the Bank and affiliates) accounting systems, supervise and develop accounting staff, ensure internal accounting controls are in place and functioning, identify ways to improve operations and operating results, coordinate with staff in Financial Analysis, and External Reporting, as well as other areas outside of Finance, on an as needed basis.

Key Accountabilities

Manage Accounting Policy Team Activities:

Assist as directed the Controllership in setting and ensuring compliance with internal accounting policies as well as GAAP and other regulatory guidelines for all areas of ONB
• Provide US GAAP technical accounting research, interpretation, and consultation on complex and non-routine transactions
• Draft technical accounting memos (whitepapers) on a recurring and ad-hoc basis
• Maintain, review, monitor and update ONB's accounting policies on a continual basis and coordinate new disclosure areas, including unique transactions and newly adopted accounting standards with External Reporting
• Monitor standard setting activities from the FASB and the SEC (in conjunctions with External Reporting) and assist in the process of participating in comment letter activities and participate in any relevant outreach with ONB's regulators
• Assist in coordinating any significant and unusual transactions and develop a quarterly systemic internal reporting dashboard for distribution to all vested stakeholders
• Provide annual and ad hoc technical accounting training to various internal groups
• Manage through ambiguity in complex environments, while continuing to drive action as well as troubleshoot issues, and drive solutions across stakeholders
• Assist with various operational and automation projects, time permitting and as directed by the Corporate Controller

Manage Performance of the Department/Team:

• Oversee day-to-day activities of the assigned functions
• Develop succession and development plan within the functions assigned
• Monitor and review performance with respect to expectations and current conditions
• Work with staff to ensure internal accounting controls are maintained (i.e.: that actions are in line with regulations and policies)
• Motivate, supervise, train and evaluate staff members
• Maintain accounting system policies and procedures and revise such procedures to meet management's needs and goals
• Maintain and augment systems integration with the general ledger and other internal reporting systems

Internal & External Financial Reporting:

• In conjunction with External Reporting, help the Controllership ensure all specific internal, management and financial reporting is timely and accurate (month end close within 3 days), and in compliance with applicable laws, GAAP and internal objectives
• Review and prepare certain key areas of ONB's 10Q or 10K, including ownership of related US GAAP Disclosure Checklist items
• Work with other cross-functional department managers on continuous improvement of external and internal reporting and accountability

Plan and Budget/Forecast for Areas of Responsibility:

• Work with staff to develop departmental goals and plans
• Review and update departmental goals plans during the year
• Assist as directed with budget/re-forecasts during the year

Coordinate Work to Support Internal and External Audit:

• Provide supporting work papers to document the Bank's transactions, as requested
• Coordinate work with other areas in the Controllership on an as needed basis

Key Competencies for Position

• Compelling Communication - Openly and effectively communicates with others. Effectively and transparently shares information and ideas with others. Tailors the delivery of communication in a way that engages the audience and that is easy to understand and retain. Unites others towards common goal. Asks for others' opinions and ideas and listens actively to gain their support when clarifying expectations, agreeing on a solution and checking for satisfaction.
• Makes Decisions & Solves Problems - Seeks deeper understanding and takes action. Takes ownership of the problem while collaborating with others on a resolution with an appropriate level of urgency. Collaborates and seeks to understand the root causes of problems. Evaluates the implications of new information or events and recommends solutions using decisions that are sound based on what is known at the time. Takes action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences.
• Delights Clients - Continuously seeks and applies knowledge leading to a best-in-class client experience. Passionately serves internal clients with excellence. Maintains a growth mindset staying current with developments and trends in areas of expertise influencing client satisfaction both internally and externally. Understands data, metrics and/or financial information, and how they tie to client satisfaction and business outcomes related to position, client and/or team. Nurtures client relationships by listening, prioritizing, and acting responsibly to meet client needs, mitigate risk and add shareholder value.
• Personifies ONB Culture - Demonstrates pride in ONB. Consistently demonstrates Old National's culture and values in daily interactions. Models our values - how we show up in the workplace. Places the organization's goals before individual or team goals. Demonstrates the desire to be part of something beyond themselves by investing time, heart, and expertise to help clients and communities thrive.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
• CPA certification required
• 4-10 years of progressive experience in Public Accounting or Banking as a financial or accounting analyst
• Must have strong technical accounting writing skills.
• Experience in analytical, research, and project and stakeholder management skills
• Must have an understanding of accounting systems (i.e., Fiserv, Wdesk, Longview, or ERP systems) cost accounting management, internal controls and profitability analysis
• Must have strong PC skills with Microsoft Office
• Must have strong interpersonal skills in order to work with other cross-functional leaders and executives
• Position may require the need to travel to metro areas in ONB's footprint or other meeting locations.
• MBA in Finance a plus
• Information systems skills with a mainframe a plus

Old National is proud to be an equal opportunity employer focused on fostering an inclusive workplace and committed to hiring a workforce comprised of diverse backgrounds, cultures and thinking styles.

As such, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

We do not accept resumes from external staffing agencies or independent recruiters for any of our openings unless we have an agreement signed by the Head of Talent Acquisition, SVP, to fill a specific position

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