Accounting Specialist

Primary Details

Time Type: Full time

Worker Type: Employee

The purpose of this role is to support with accounting and reporting activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations, while liaising with internal and external stakeholders to implement policies. Responsibilities include processing financial transactions, analysing data, preparing reports, and assisting with budgeting processes to align accounting activities with government regulations and corporate standards. The role also involves reviewing and processing invoices, resolving payment queries, and ensuring the accuracy of financial data for the service company.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development of the team's business plan to maximise productivity and performance.
• Ensure all processes are documented in a standard format and maintained in an accessible fashion.
• Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure service delivery meets customer expectations.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to less experienced colleagues to increase capability and share knowledge.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements to meet financial obligations.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of accurate accounting records to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Contribute to the refinement of processes and procedures to continuously improve efficiency.
• Assist with special investigations/projects concerning commercial accounting issues as required.
• Participate in internal meetings to share and develop strategy, knowledge, and best practices.
• Assist in managing the credit control aspects of the business.

Work Experience:

Necessary Work Experience includes:

• Some relevant experience in a similar finance-related role.

Preferred Work Experience includes:

• Accounting experience within a complex financial services organisation.
• Moderate accounting experience within a complex financial services organisation.
• Audit experience preferred, with experience from Big 4 being an advantage.
• Experience in the insurance industry is desired but not essential.
• Experience in account payable and general accounting procedures.
• Experience of using Oracle Financials or similar ERP system.
• Proficient in data entry and management.
• Experience in Treasury or Settlements is an advantage.
• Proven experience of consistent and constructive people management capabilities.
• Proven experience in taking active accountability for own workload.

Qualifications:

Necessary Qualifications include:

• Tertiary qualifications or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Current or pending certifications as an accountant.

Global Disclaimer:

The duties listed in this job description do not limit the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the duties normally to be performed in the position or those occasionally assigned outside an employee’s normal duties. Our Group Code of Ethics and Conduct addresses the responsibilities we all have at QBE to our company, to each other and to our customers, suppliers, communities and governments. It provides clear guidance to help us to make good judgement calls.

US Only Disclaimer:

To successfully perform this job, the individual must be able to perform each essential job responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities.

US Only - Travel Frequency:

Infrequent (approximately 1-4 trips annually)

US Only - Physical Demands:

General office jobs: Work is generally performed in an office environment in which there is not substantial exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Must have the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time. Must be able to operate basic office equipment including telephone, headset and computer. Incumbent must be able to lift basic office equipment up to 20 lbs.

Skills:

Analytical Thinking, Communication, Cost Management, Critical Thinking, Economic Forecasting, Financial Accounting, Financial Data Reporting, Financial Products, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Prioritization, Problem Solving, Research Analysis, Risk Management, Team Management

How to Apply:

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.