Finance Services Team Leader

Team Leader General Accounting

The Team Leader General Accounting role will provide expertise in leading the finance operations and finance close of the division adhering to the Group Finance timetable. This role covers the following finance functions: general accounting, analysis of journals and movements impacting P&L, analysis of general ledger account reconciliations - ageing and status, Intercompany accounting (balancing/recharges, etc.), Fixed Assets, Accruals, Foreign Exchange currency revaluations, Cash management/posting, and Expenses. The role provides leadership, direction and coordination of operational activities within the team in accordance with established policies and procedures, including driving change and optimizing service delivery of the General Accounting Team. The role will support divisional level and group level finance businesses and will work closely with Finance Operations head based in the divisions to provide a smooth finance close and to ensure the accuracy and integrity of Financial Accounts. The role will provide recommendations to achieve the modernized accounting way of work. May lead projects and be consulted on global finance projects relating to general accounting.

Primary Responsibilities

• Process and Service Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Process Improvement
• People Management

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience

Required Experience

• 6 years relevant experience

Licenses/Certifications

• CPA or CMA or MBA or similar

Preferred Competencies/Skills

• High proficiency in MS tools
• Strong skills in spreadsheets, data analysis, and reconciliation procedures
• Strong people management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills to enable effective communication at all levels within the organization
• Strong attention to detail, analytical and complex problem-solving and decision-making capability
• High level of initiative and results orientation
• Agile and with strong process excellence and change management skills
• Able to perform with minimal supervision from Manager

Preferred Education Specifics

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Accountancy

Preferred Experience

• Must have at least 6 years' general ledger experience in a corporate accounting or shared services function
• Insurance accounting background and/or experience
• Has experience in BPO/Shared Services
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of Accounting concepts such as Intercompany accounting (balancing/recharges, etc.), Fixed Assets, Accruals, Foreign Exchange currency revaluations, Cash management/posting, Expenses
• Proven working experience in GL Accounting and Balance Sheet reconciliations
• Experience in a lead role related to special projects
• Oracle, Blackline and HFM Experience preferred

Preferred Knowledge

• Strong understanding of the Insurance industry and business
• Strong understanding of accounting processes, accounting principles and the ability to interpret Financial Statements
• Knowledge of appropriate regulatory and statutory frameworks, especially as they apply to QBE's major jurisdictions
• Knowledge of Financial systems (e.g. Oracle platform)

QBE Cultural DNA

Everything we do at QBE is underpinned by our DNA (which interlinks seven cultural elements) – because we know it's not just what we do that matters, it's how we do it that makes the difference. We expect all employees to role model and inspire the right behaviours that link to our cultural elements: We are customer-focused, We are technical experts, We are inclusive, We are fast-paced, We are courageous, We are accountable, We are a team. All employees are expected to adhere to QBE's Code of Ethics and Conduct and apply sound risk management practices.

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.

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.

Skills

• Commercial Acumen
• Communication
• Cost Management
• Critical Thinking
• Customer Service
• Financial Accounting
• Financial Data Reporting
• Financial Management
• Financial Products
• Intentional Collaboration
• Managing Performance
• Process Improvements
• Results-Oriented
• 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.