Financial Controller in Sydney

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

• 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 policies 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

• 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.

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 enables business growth and is critical to our success.

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.

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.