James Newton, Cpa
About James Newton, Cpa
James Newton, CPA, is the Head of Accounting Policy/Advisory and Controls Oversight at MassMutual in Boston, Massachusetts.
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James Newton is the Head of Accounting Policy/Advisory and Controls Oversight at MassMutual in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
Current Role at MassMutual
Currently, James Newton is responsible for overseeing the implementation of new technical accounting and financial reporting standards at MassMutual. He ensures the health of the company's financial controls environment and maintains comprehensive documentation of all accounting policies and procedures. His role includes monitoring changes in Statutory and GAAP accounting guidance and communicating their implications to stakeholders.
Previous Experience at MassMutual
Prior to his current role, James Newton served as AVP, Transaction Advisory and Accounting Policy at MassMutual from 2018 to 2022. During his tenure, he provided technical accounting guidance for unique, new, or non-standard transactions and influenced the development of new accounting and capital rules. His contributions were crucial to maintaining robust financial controls within the organization.
Career at PwC
James Newton's career at PwC spanned from 2008 to 2018, where he held multiple roles including Senior Manager, Assurance Manager, and Assurance Senior Associate. During his time at PwC, he was based in the Greater Boston Area and accrued extensive experience in technical accounting and assurance services, preparing him for his future roles in policy and advisory.
Education and Expertise
James Newton holds an MSA in Accounting (2004-2005) and a BSBA in Business (2000-2004) from the University of Maine. His educational background laid the foundation for his expertise in accounting policy, financial controls, and technical accounting guidance. His role requires constant communication and collaboration with stakeholders to adapt to changes in accounting standards and regulations.