Financial Reporting Analyst - SimpliFi Project

Job Level:  Professional
Location: 

Sydney, NSW, AU, 2000

Area of Expertise:  Finance & Accounting
Unit:  Allianz Australia
Employing Entity:  ALLIANZ AUSTRALIA SERVICES PTY LTD
Job Type:  Full-Time
Remote Job:  Hybrid working
Employment Type:  Temporary
ID:  63604
Position Cluster:  Non-Executive

 

FINANCIAL REPORTING ANALYST – SimpliFi PROJECT (2-YR MAX TERM CONTRACT) – FINANCE – SYDNEY, NSW

 

At Allianz, we’re proud to be named one of the Best Workplaces in Australia 2024 and a Great Place to Work. We’re one of the world’s leading insurance and asset management brands, with a workforce as diverse as the world around us, which is why we hire the very best people to further our commitment to securing the future for our people and customers.

 

We offer an inclusive workplace where everyone feels like they belong, while promoting a culture of lifelong learning, development, and global mobility. Join us and share your ideas, be inspired, give back to the community and feel proud to be a part an organisation doing meaningful work that matters while supporting sustainability, mental health, and well-being.

 

Let’s care for tomorrow, so we can create a better future together, for everyone.

 

SimpliFi is an Allianz Global Program designed to deliver a Common Finance Core that will harmonize accounting and reporting processes across Allianz entities and become the “single source of truth" for Finance.  The Program has 4 core components which will be delivered to all entities; 1) Finance ERP (S4/ HANA), 2) Data Pool, 3) Reporting Architecture, 4) Chart of Accounts and Master Data (CMC).

 

Allianz Australia will participate in Wave 3 of the Global SimpliFi Program which commenced in late 2024 and will “Go-Live” on 1 January 2027.

 

About the role

  • Contribute finance knowledge and expertise, specifically on Allianz Australia Limited (AAL) management, statutory, and regulatory reporting processes to the project.
  •  Work creatively with tribe leads, local and group project team members and finance SME’s to deliver project scope and optimal outcomes for Allianz Australia Limited Finance.
  •  Assist project team members in understanding Allianz Australia Limited Finance Processes and impacts of embedding SimpliFi Finance Architecture in Allianz Australia Limited.
  •  Assist in identifying gaps in the SimpliFi Reporting Solutions and development of solutions to mitigate impacts on Allianz Australia Limited Finance processes.
  •  Collaboratively assist in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) with experts in the Allianz Australia Limited Finance squads.
  • Assist project Business Analysts (BAs) and Process Analysts with development of documentation of Allianz Australia Limited SimpliFi reporting processes.
  • Represent Finance on SimpliFi Project Working Groups covering Reporting Tribe and cross Tribe issues.
  • Manage risk within the Reporting Tribe And their area of influence by identifying and logging delivered and delivery risks for the projects as they are identified.

 

About you

  • Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) qualifications.
  •  Demonstrated experience in a similar role within the insurance industry is essential.
  •  Experience working in finance controlling and/or reporting teams with hands on experience in SAP General Ledger.
  •  Strong understanding of end-to-end finance processes, statutory and regulatory reporting (APRA) requirements.
  •  Very strong ability to work collaboratively with other project team members to establish strong working relationships and contribute to project outcomes.
  • Ability to work autonomously, interpret and analyse complex information, extract meaningful insights and evaluate options and make decisions.
  • Ability to plan and prioritise effectively, organise tasks and manage competing resources and demands.
  • Strong communication skills, written and verbal with an ability articulate and influence key stakeholders.

 

Benefits and perks

  • Inclusive Culture: Join a supportive, open-minded team focused on customer outcomes, bringing your authentic self to work every day!
  • Flexible Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible and remote work options and workplace adjustments, with support for your work/life balance.
  • Career Development: Access mentoring, development and global mobility opportunities for growth and success, including access to over 10,000 learning resources.
  • Financial and Well-being Perks: Enjoy discounts on Allianz products, retail, tech, and travel, plus financial wellness initiatives and the Employee Share Purchase Program- own a piece of your employer!
  • For more details about our benefits, visit the Allianz Careers site.

 

About our culture

We care about everything that makes you, you. We believe in an equitable workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusion, where people of all genders, ages, religions, sexual orientations and abilities are not only welcomed but valued for the perspectives and talents they bring to work.  We’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and contribute their unique perspectives to our collective success and reach their fullest potential.

 

Adjustments and support

If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to careers@allianz.com.au for a confidential conversation.

 

Join us. Let’s care for tomorrow. www.allianz.com.au/careers