SME Reporting Stream SimpliFi Project

Job description

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.

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.

 

About the role

SimpliFi is an Allianz Global Program designed to deliver a Common Finance Core that will harmonize accounting and reporting processes across Allianz entities and become the “single source of truth" for Finance.  The Program has 4 core components which will be delivered to all entities; 1) Finance ERP (S4/ HANA), 2) Data Pool, 3) Reporting Architecture, 4) Chart of Accounts and Master Data (CMC).Allianz Australia will participate in Wave 3 of the Global SimpliFi Program which commenced in late 2024 and will “Go-Live” on 1 January 2027.

Key responsibilities include-

·  Bring finance knowledge and expertise, specifically on Allianz Australia Limited (AAL) Management, statutory, management and regulatory reporting processes to the project.
·  Work collaboratively with the Tribe Leads, Local and Group Project Team members, and Finance SMEs to deliver the project scope and achieve optimal outcomes for AAL Finance.
·  Assist project team members in understanding AAL Finance processes and impacts of embedding SimpliFi Finance Architectural in AAL.
·  Assist in identifying gaps in the SimpliFi Reporting Solutions and development of solutions to mitigate impacts on Finance processes.
·  Collaboratively assist in UAT testing with experts in the Finance Squads.
·  Assist project Business Analyst (BAs) and process analysts with development of documentation of AAL SimpliFi processes.
·  Detailed analysis around specific areas as required.
·  Represent Finance on SimpliFi Project Working Groups covering Reporting Tribe and cross Tribe issues.
·  Manage risk within Reporting Tribe and your area of influence by identifying and logging delivered and delivery risks for the project as they are identified.

Please note this is a 2-year fixed-term contract opportunity.

 

About you

·  Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant credentials.
·  Demonstrated financial reporting and accounting experience and a solid understanding of regulatory reporting and statutory reporting within general insurance industry. Experience in finance controlling and reporting teams, with practical expertise in SAP General Ledger
·  Excellent ability to collaborate with other project team members to build strong working relationships and contribute to project outcomes.
·  Ability to work with minimal supervision, interpret and examine complex information, extract meaningful insights, evaluate options, and make informed choices.
·  Ability to plan and prioritize effectively, organize tasks, and manage diverse resources and demands.
·  Strong communication skills, written and verbal, with an ability to articulate and influence key stakeholders.

 

Benefits and perks

·  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.  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