Financial Accountant

Acenda Life Services Australia Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Resolution Life Australasia is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Accountant (12-month fixed-term contract) to join our Financial Accounting team and play a key role in the preparation and production of financial reports for the Group. This role supports consolidation, statutory financial statements and governance activities that underpin timely and high-quality reporting outcomes.

Working closely with Finance, Actuarial and broader stakeholders, you'll contribute to reporting excellence while

Qualifications

• CA, CPA or equivalent accounting qualification.
• Experience in preparation and/or audit of life insurance financial statements.
• Experience in life insurance, banking or financial services industry.
• Strong knowledge of statutory reporting, financial reporting and Group consolidation processes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in an agile environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset and proactive approach to controls.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Australian Group consolidation activities and the preparation of Group financial reports.
• Prepare statutory financial statements and associated disclosures.
• Coordinate reporting inputs from Finance, Actuarial and other business stakeholders.
• Update narrative reporting and assist with financial analysis and commentary.
• Support governance activities to ensure timely, accurate and high-quality Group reporting.
• Provide project management support to ensure reporting deliverables are prepared, reviewed and completed within required timeframes.
• Drive continuous improvement of consolidation, reporting processes and controls.
• Liaise with Finance, Actuarial and other business units to communicate transformation and process improvement initiatives.
• Partner with leaders and squads to identify, validate and mitigate the impacts of strategic, regulatory and externally driven change.
• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of reporting frameworks, controls and stakeholder engagement across the business.

Skills

CA or CPA

Statutory reporting

Group consolidation

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Agile environment

Continuous improvement

Education

CA/CPA or equivalent accounting qualification

Job description

About Resolution Life

Resolution Life Australasia is part of the Acenda Group. Acenda Group brings together some of Australia and New Zealand’s most trusted life insurance brands. With 176 years of combined heritage and deep expertise across local markets, our Group includes Acenda Life, Resolution Life Australasia and Asteron Life New Zealand. More than two million customers rely on us for life insurance, wealth protection and retirement solutions that support their confidence at every stage of life. Everything we do is driven by a clear purpose: to help our customers and their families live, save and retire with confidence. We're building an inclusive, dynamic and future focused business. Joining us means stepping into a period of integration and growth, where your work will help shape our future. If you're energised by change and motivated by purpose, this is your moment to make an impact.

The Opportunity

Resolution Life Australasia is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Accountant (12-month fixed-term contract) to join our Financial Accounting team and play a key role in the preparation and production of financial reports for the Group. This role is central to the Group reporting process, supporting the consolidation of financial data, preparation of statutory financial statements and associated disclosures, and coordination of governance activities that underpin timely and high-quality reporting outcomes. Working closely with Finance, Actuarial and broader business stakeholders, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to reporting excellence while supporting strategic initiatives and process improvements across the organisation.

How Will You Make an Impact?

• Assist with Australian Group consolidation activities and the preparation of Group financial reports.
• Prepare statutory financial statements and associated disclosures.
• Coordinate reporting inputs from Finance, Actuarial and other business stakeholders.
• Update narrative reporting and assist with the preparation of financial analysis and commentary.
• Support governance activities to ensure timely, accurate and high-quality Group reporting.
• Provide project management support to ensure reporting deliverables are prepared, reviewed and completed within required timeframes.
• Drive continuous improvement of consolidation, reporting processes and controls.
• Liaise with Finance, Actuarial and other business units to communicate transformation and process improvement initiatives.
• Partner with leaders and squads to identify, validate and mitigate the impacts of strategic, regulatory and externally driven change.
• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of reporting frameworks, controls and stakeholder engagement across the business.

About You

• You'll Bring CA, CPA or equivalent accounting qualification.
• Experience in the preparation and/or audit of life insurance financial statements.
• Essential experience within the life insurance, banking or broader financial services industry.
• Strong knowledge of statutory reporting, financial reporting and Group consolidation processes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assimilate complex information from disparate sources.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes in an agile environment.
• A continuous improvement mindset and a proactive approach to enhancing processes and controls.

Why Join Us?

• Career pathways, including local and global mobility opportunities
• Leading Learning Platforms and support in professional development
• Health and Wellbeing Programs
• Accessibility and Checks

Before commencing employment in this role, you will need to provide two references, full working rights and complete police and credit checks through an online provider.

An equal opportunity employer strongly committed to working in a diverse and inclusive workforce you will be provided with any support or accessibility requirements throughout your interview process.

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At Acenda Life, we exist to help our customers and their families live, save and retire with confidence. A member of the Nippon Life Group - the worlds largest mutual life insurer - we are one of the largest life insurers in Australia and New Zealand, supporting more than two million customers through life insurance, wealth protection and retirement solutions. With over 175 years of combined experience, we take a long-term view, building for customers over decades, so they can be confident at every stage. That same belief shapes how we work. We empower our people to grow boldly, aim high and make an impact, and we're looking for talented people who are curious, driven and committed to making a difference. Join us and you'll work alongside experienced professionals, take on meaningful challenges and explore diverse career and learning pathways. Your development matters here. Whether you want to deepen your experience or expand your expertise, you'll find the resources, support and flexibility to build a rewarding career while helping millions of people achieve confidence that lasts a lifetime. Explore our current opportunities and discover where you can take your career at Acenda Life.