- Location
- AUS - Sydney - 388 George Street, Australia
- Workplace
- Hybrid
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Finance
- Seniority
- Manager
- Education
- Bachelor
- Industry
- Insurance
- Category
- Finance
- Role type
- People Manager
- Environment
- Office
- Closing date
- 2 weeks ago
- Source
- Workday
Overview
As a Financial Reporting and Consolidation Manager at QBE, you'll oversee critical reporting processes and partner with stakeholders to deliver technical accounting expertise. Key responsibilities include leading the monthly close process, overseeing statutory reporting, providing technical accounting advice, and implementing Group accounting policies. You'll lead and develop a financial control team while strengthening risk and compliance frameworks.
Description
Primary Details
Time Type: Full timeWorker Type: Employee Financial Reporting and Consolidation Manager
Role Highlights
Location: Sydney
Type: Permanent, full time
Hybrid role, Happy to talk flexible working
About QBE
At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.
We’re an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries – which means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It’s an exciting time. We’re building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.
What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world? As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind.
The opportunity
As a senior leader within the Financial Control team, you will oversee critical reporting processes while partnering with stakeholders across the business to deliver technical accounting expertise and strong governance outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the AUSPAC monthly close process, including consolidation and financial reporting deliverables
Overseeing statutory reporting and supporting Board-level insights on key accounting matters
Providing technical accounting advice on complex transactions and business initiatives
Driving the implementation of Group accounting policies across the division
Leading and developing a high-performing financial control team
Strengthening risk and compliance frameworks through effective controls and processes
What We’re Looking For
You are a technically strong and commercially minded accounting leader who enjoys working in a collaborative environment. You bring a passion for people leadership and the ability to influence stakeholders while navigating complex accounting challenges.
Key requirements:
CA/CPA qualification (or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience
Strong technical accounting expertise within the insurance sector
Proven experience in financial reporting and consolidations
Deep knowledge of AASB 17 and AASB 16
Demonstrated leadership capability and stakeholder engagement skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex concepts
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:
‘Hybrid Working’ – a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance
Free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
18 weeks’ gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid super
To learn more about benefits of working with us, click here.
Awards & Recognition
We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognized for the following awards:
2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our Respect@QBE program
2023 Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards
Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduates
To learn more about our achievements, click here.
How to Apply
If you’re looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment.
Skills:
Accounting, Analytical Thinking, Collaboration Tools, Communication, Critical Thinking, Financial Data Reporting, Financial Management, Financial Management System (FMS), Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Management, Strategic Planning, Team ManagementApplication Close Date: 02/07/2026 11:59 PMHow to Apply:
To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
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About QBE
QBE is an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries. We're building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.
