Primary Details

Time Type: Full time

Worker Type: Employee

3PM - 12 AM Shift
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 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 AccountsThe 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 ManagementManage the day-to-day delivery of the teams services in order to meet the specific and changing needs of the Divisions and GroupProvide valuable contribution for the resolution of issues and monitor required actionsManage capacity and resource allocation for processes and services to ensure SLAs are met in terms of timeliness and quality which includes monitoring and reporting of SLAs and KPIs on a regular basisReview or perform as needed highly complex and critical tasksMaintain product system and process knowledge by ensuring process documentations are updatedSupport the documentation of process change requirements Ensure compliance with QBE policies procedures and relevant legislationsContribute to the creation update and execution of Business Continuity PlanStakeholder ManagementEstablish and maintain a good working relationship with stakeholders to maximize opportunities minimize expenses and achieve operational and service targetsProvide timely relevant and regular update to stakeholders on the status of deliverables and issues as they ariseProcess ImprovementLead assist or provide recommendations on business improvement plans and strategiesResponsible for driving process optimization and delivering efficiency targetsResponsible for identifying and implementing process changesPeople ManagementProvide visible management and support by delivering effective and timely communication to the teamMotivate develop and provide technical expertise to meet the required standards of performance and service deliverySupport personal and professional development of team by evaluating their performance against agreed objectives with appropriate developmental planUphold a strong culture of accountability and high performance whilst maintaining employee motivation and a positive working environmentResponsible for hiring open positions within the teamManage the teams capacity and build a robust succession plan Required Education Bachelors Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience Required Experience 6 years relevant experience Required Licenses/Certifications CPA or CMA or MBA or similar Preferred Competencies/Skills High proficiency in MS toolsStrong skills in spreadsheets data analysis and reconciliation proceduresStrong people management skillsStrong interpersonal skills to enable effective communication at all levels within the organizationStrong attention to detail analytical and complex problem-solving and decision-making capabilityHigh level of initiative and results orientationAgile and with strong process excellence and change management skillsAble to perform with minimal supervision from Manager Preferred Education Bachelors Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience Preferred Education Specifics Accountancy Preferred Experience Must have at least 6 years general ledger experience in a corporate accounting or shared services functionInsurance accounting background and/or experienceHas experience in BPO/Shared ServicesDemonstrates a strong understanding of Accounting concepts such as Intercompany accounting (balancing/recharges etc.) Fixed Assets Accruals Foreign Exchange currency revaluations Cash management/posting ExpensesProven working experience in GL Accounting and Balance Sheet reconciliationsExperience in a lead role related to special projectsOracle Blackline and HFM Experience preferred Preferred Knowledge Strong understanding of the Insurance industry and businessStrong understanding of accounting processes accounting principles and the ability to interpret Financial StatementsKnowledge of appropriate regulatory and statutory frameworks especially as they apply to QBEs major jurisdictionsKnowledge 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 its not just what we do that matters its 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-focusedWe are technical expertsWe are inclusiveWe are fast-pacedWe are courageousWe are accountableWe are a teamAll employees are expected to adhere to QBEs 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 employees 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

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

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