Senior Financial Accountant

Job description

SENIOR FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT (18-MONTH CONTRACT) – FINANCE – SYDNEY, NSW

 

At Allianz, we’re proud to be named one of the Best Workplaces in Australia 2024 and a Great Place to Work. We’re one of the world’s leading insurance and asset management brands, with a workforce as diverse as the world around us, which is why we hire the very best people to further our commitment to securing the future for our people and customers.

 

We offer an inclusive workplace where everyone feels like they belong, while promoting a culture of lifelong learning, development, and global mobility. Join us and share your ideas, be inspired, give back to the community and feel proud to be a part an organisation doing meaningful work that matters while supporting sustainability, mental health, and well-being.

 

Let’s care for tomorrow, so we can create a better future together, for everyone.

 

The primary purpose of this role is to ensure the timely delivery of accurate, complete, and compliant financial reporting processes for Allianz Australia (AAL) and its operations and assist in the co-ordination of external audits.

 

About the role

·  Taking a lead role in the timely delivery of complete and accurate financial reporting (comprising statutory financial statements, regulatory reporting, government agency returns, internal and group reporting) processes, including month/quarter end close processes for AAl's operations, including subsidiaries, analyzing, and challenging information provided to ensure figures are clearly understood and supported.
·  Leading discussions with stakeholders in Finance, the business, as well as Allianz Group centres, to resolve issues and supporting other team members in the close process.
·  Managing reporting areas or functions such as Allianz Australia, New Zealand Branch, and/or Allianz Life and related corporate entities, underwriting agency results, reporting to government bodies (e.g., iCare, Insurance for NSW, Statutory returns, Workers Compensation), and group reporting functions under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Solvency II, and other applicable requirements.
·  Staying abreast of current and upcoming changes to accounting standards, APRA prudential & reporting standards. Actively participating in projects to effectively respond to regulatory reporting, accounting standard, and business operating changes.
·  Participating in the capital base projections for annual capital planning and calculation processes to ensure accurate capital measures are appropriately estimated.
·  Implementing and maintaining an appropriate control framework to ensure complete, accurate, and timely reporting. Proactively improving month-end processes and controls through appropriate risk recognition and mitigation.
·  Reviewing and overseeing external & group reporting outputs delivered by the Accounting & Reporting Hub.
·  Establishing strong working relationships within and outside of Finance, being a 'go-to person' for areas of responsibility, and understanding the business, their strategies and drivers, and the connection to figures reported. Supporting the team in developing these networks.
·  Delivering the financial reporting process, including full analysis of figures, preparation of Board / Audit Committee papers. Assisting in coordinating and facilitating requests from the external auditor.
·  Assisting with ad hoc projects (e.g., implementation of new accounting standards, accounting policies, review of strategic business proposals, acquisitions/divestments).
·  Supporting the annual planning process for Allianz's subsidiaries and collaborating with stakeholders to understand strategies and drivers of the business.

 

Please note this is an 18-month fixed-term contract opportunity.

 

About you

 

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·  Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline with relevant accreditations e.g. Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
·  Previous experience in acquisitions, mergers, or working in group finance is highly desirable. Experience within the insurance, consulting, or banking industries is also advantageous.
·  Experience with SAP, Table Manager 1 (TM1), CDM reporting, APRA D2A, APRA Connect as well as strong Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word skills.
·  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written to build and maintain strong business relationships in a team-based environment.
·  Strong time management and organisation skills, with the ability to multi-task and prioritise your work.
·  A positive, proactive, and resilient attitude to embrace change and innovation.
·  Proven analytical and critical thinking skills to interpret and challenge data and results.

 

Benefits and perks

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·  Inclusive Culture: Join a supportive, open-minded team focused on customer outcomes, bringing your authentic self to work every day!
·  Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible and remote work options and workplace adjustments, with support for your work/life balance.
·  Career Development: Access mentoring, development and global mobility opportunities for growth and success, including access to over 10,000 learning resources.
·  Financial and Well-being Perks: Enjoy discounts on Allianz products, retail, tech, and travel, plus financial wellness initiatives and the Employee Share Purchase Program- own a piece of your employer!
·  For more details about our benefits, visit the Allianz Careers site.

 

About our culture

We care about everything that makes you, you. We believe in an equitable workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusion, where people of all genders, ages, religions, sexual orientations and abilities are not only welcomed but valued for the perspectives and talents they bring to work.  We’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and contribute their unique perspectives to our collective success and reach their fullest potential.

 

Adjustments and support

If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to careers@allianz.com.au for a confidential conversation.

 

Join us. Let’s care for tomorrow. www.allianz.com.au/careers

 

 

Join us. Let’s care for tomorrow. www.allianz.com.au/careers