Financial Controller

AXA; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Diversity & Inclusion programs

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

AXA XL in Sydney, Australia is seeking a Financial Controller to lead the local finance team in a hybrid working model. You will manage APRA submissions, ICAAP, tax compliance, country-by-country reporting and support reinsurance management under the guidance of the Head of Finance.

The role requires strong leadership, deep regulatory knowledge, and proven financial analysis with the ability to work across functions in a dynamic insurer environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
• CA/CPA designation preferred.
• Experience with APRA/ASIC/regulatory reporting and statutory accounting.

Responsibilities

• Lead APRA regulatory submissions and ICAAP reporting.
• Monitor statutory profitability and underwriting results.
• Oversee tax returns and submissions with external advisors.
• Support CFO with management of reinsurance arrangements.

Skills

APRA reporting

Regulatory reporting

Strategic leadership

Financial analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

CA or CPA designation

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Financial Controller

Sydney, Australia - Hybrid working mode

As an integral leader of a high performing local finance team, assuming responsibility for regulatory reporting (APRA, ASIC etc), Statutory Accounting, Corporate & Premium Tax obligations (with the support of external tax advisors) & assisting the CFO with management of local Reinsurance arrangements

What you'll be DOING

What will your essential responsibilities include?

• APRA regulatory submissions, ICAAP Reporting, Regulatory engagement and technical leadership of implementing new APRA standards. Maintain compliance calendar.
• Monitor the Australian Branch's statutory profitability including challenging product lines performance; produce relevant underwriting results and packs for the Senior Officer Outside Australia.
• Oversee the on-time submission of relevant tax returns and submissions (with support of external tax advisors), including Corporate Tax, Country by Country Reporting, Withholding Tax Returns, PTRS, ESL, GST, ARPC & other Premium Taxes
• Perform Finance Department operations such as expense management through the relevant T&E system and controlling expenditure;
• Support the documentation of Reinsurance Arrangements twice a year. Manage accounting for the 2 internal RI Treaties and review quarterly bordereau’s.
• Support the Branch's Chief Actuary by providing financial information and analysis
• Perform modelling and scenario analysis on the Branch's risk appetite and establish capital management strategies. Ensure the risk register is updated at least annually and all Finance related Risk and related polices are updated annually.
• Establish a control framework around the ledger (including a review of the local adj ledger, regular review of manual entries posted
• Perform ad hoc analysis and support the CFO in various tasks as required.
• Lead or supervise both Global and Local Projects as they arise.

You will report to Head of Finance, Australia.

What you will BRING

We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:

• Industry Knowledge: Extensive experience in General Insurance Finance with a deep understanding of performance drivers of an insurance P&L and the way the drivers interact with each other
• Create a culture: that loves Insurance and coming in to work every day
• Strategic Leadership: Role model by setting a high bar for performance, engagement and commitment. Takes initiative. Ability to lead independently. Provide creative thought leadership while also listening and engaging others.
• Outstanding Communicator: Proven verbal and written communication, collaboration, presentation and influencing skills. Excellent PowerPoint and Excel skills.
• Highly Organised: Approach tasks proactively, prioritise. Effective analytical and sound judgment skills with the ability to take initiative and to work independently.
• Continuous Improvement Focused: Willing to ask questions and explore new ideas. Eager to learn and focused on continuously improving skills and capabilities.
• Customer Service: High dedication to internal client service and diplomacy in all situations.
• Ethical approach: Have an impeccable reputation for ethics, integrity and the highest standards of professionalism.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree and post degree qualifications (CA or CPA).

Who WE are

AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don’t just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.

How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business − property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.

With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.

Learn more at axaxl.com

What we OFFER

Inclusion

AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It’s about helping one another — and our business — to move forward and succeed.

• Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe.
• Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
• Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits
• Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
• Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter

Learn more at axaxl.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Total Rewards

AXA XL’s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do.

We’re committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence.

Sustainability

At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future.

Our Pillars:

• Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society – are essential to our future. We’re committed to protecting and restoring nature – from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard – by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.
• Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.
• Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We’re training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.
• AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL’s "Hearts in Action" programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day – the Global Day of Giving.

For more information, please see axaxl.com/sustainability.