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Time Type: Full time

Worker Type: Employee

The Finance Services Team Lead - Reporting will provide high level business analysis and results provides recommendations leadership direction and coordination of operational activities within the team in accordance with established policies and procedures including driving change optimizing service delivery and professional guidance. The role will be proficient in various accounting reporting standards across all QBE regions like but not limited to IFRS International Financial Reporting Standards UK and US GAAP - Generally Accepted Accounting Principles IAS International Accounting Standards Australian Accounting covered in this role includes Financial Planning and Analysis / Management and Expense Reporting / Project Finance / Financial Reporting / Data and Analytics / Forecasting & Budgeting / Business Partnering Budgeting and Forecasting Team Lead will be partnering and will provide support to QBE on a divisional level (Divisional) and also on Group level (Group Finance and Group Head Office) in analyzing and interpreting long - and short - term financial and operational plans through management reporting analysis and interpretation of financial trends impact assessment in order to enable informed decisions.

Primary Responsibilities Functional ResponsibilitiesEnsure that financial information analysis and reporting is accurate timely reliable and relevant to assist the Division/Group/Project in effectively performing their responsibilitiesManage and support budgeting and reforecasting processes of the Division/Group/Project while challenging submissions and identifying synergies and ensuring efficient and accurate deliveryCommunicate effectively and accessibly key forecast/plan assumption changes to the team and be able to assess the impact of these changes to the various reports and submissionsProvide scenario modelling and stress testing of financial assumptions to understand the range of impact these options bringLead and support continuous improvement of our forecasting and reporting processesLeads and directs project management tasks assigned from time to time. Ensure on-time submission of team deliverables through proper planning and organizingHelp increase organizational knowledge of budgeting principlesProcess and Service ManagementManage the day-to-day delivery of the teams services in order to meet the specific and changing needs of the Division and the 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 requirementsEnsure 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 7 years relevant experience Required Licenses/Certifications Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant or similar Preferred Competencies/Skills High Proficiency in MS Tools; Strong fluency with MS Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with data query/data management toolsRigorous analytical and quantitative skills including experience with financial modeling and analysisStrong knowledge of accounting and financial conceptsStrong interpersonal skills to enable excellent and effective presentation verbal and written communication at all levels within the organization; particularly in providing onshore support as a FP&A Business PartnerStrong personality and keen attention to detailGood problem-solving skills and ability to think creatively outside the boxHigh level of initiative and results orientationAgile and with strong process excellence and change management skillsExcellent time management skills and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines when people management skillsProject 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 Management Accounting or Financial Management preferred Preferred Experience Preference for related background in strategic planning budgeting forecasting process monthly analyses and reports and building complex financial modelsExperienced in managing and supporting Budget and Reforecasting submissionsExperienced in the preparation of ad hoc financial projections and analysisExperienced in building and updating profitability cash flow models and drawdown funding which are all necessary in supporting Project FinanceAbility to carry out special financial planning and analysis projects of a varying nature and complexityExperienced in managing a highly performing teamExperienced working on a global team preferably in a Shared Services background and/or Insurance and other multinational companiesExperience in leading and supporting continuous improvement of dynamic forecasting and reporting processes Preferred Licenses/Certifications Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant or similar Preferred Knowledge Solid background in Financial Planning and Analysis / Management and Expense Reporting / Project Finance / Financial Reporting / Data and Analytics / Forecasting & Budgeting / Business Partnering functionsThorough understanding of Accounting Best Practices Industry and Peer Benchmarking and Corporate DevelopmentUnderstanding of scenario modelling and stress testing of financial assumptions and the impact assessmentsSubstantial knowledge of data and query management data analysis techniques including relevant software and tools e.g. MS Tools PowerBI Hyperion knowledge of the Insurance and Reinsurance Business and its terminologiesBroad customer service experience/stakeholder managementComprehensive knowledge and understanding of Performance Metrics Utilization Workforce Management and Service Level Agreements 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 - Travel Frequency NA 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. Job Type Individual Contributor 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:

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