Technical Financial Accounting Specialist

at  IAG New Zealand

Make a difference as a Technical Financial Accounting Specialist.
Join the largest general insurance group in Aotearoa New Zealand and Australia.

MŌ MĀTOU | ABOUT US

IAG is the largest general insurance group in Aotearoa New Zealand and Australia. We’re also a tech and research facility, a hub for climate change experts and a centre of resilience design. We chat over coffee with customers, advocate for them in the corridors of Parliament and back them up in the community when life’s moments hit hardest.
You’ll know our brands – AMI, NZI, State Insurance, NRMA Insurance, CGU, WFI and ROLLiN’ to name a few. Together they turn our IAG purpose of making your world safer into action by helping, supporting ambitions and making insurance accessible.
We acknowledge Tāngata Whenua in Aotearoa and are committed to growing Māori prosperity and well-being in Aotearoa through He Rautaki Māori (IAG’s Māori Strategy).
We celebrate unique viewpoints shaped by life experiences, cultures and passions. We expand careers, genuinely connect with community, lead with a powerful purpose and celebrate what makes you individual.
We’re passionate about social issues, walk the talk on sustainability and strive to do more than standard on things that matter, including women in senior leadership, Indigenous empowerment and creating inclusive environments. We’re proud to be an accredited family-friendly workplace and are committed to being a safe and supportive space for all our employees. We do this because we’re ready for you.

All this shows up in what we offer:

• Competitive remuneration and recognition
• Up to 50% off personal insurance, including home and motor insurance
• Grow your skills and career development with the IAG Academy program
• Partner discounts on every day and special occasion items
• A certified Family Inclusive WorkplaceTM

We’re ready for you. Apply today.
Learn more about who IAG is here

MŌ TE TŪRANGA | ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Technical financial accounting specialist reporting into the Governance and Financial Control manager, you’ll provide technical accounting expertise to ensure IAG’s financial reporting needs are met. You’ll research and advise on financial reporting requirements, collaborate with finance and actuarial colleagues to contribute to IFRS-compliant monthly results, and support the corporate reporting team in improving financial reporting.
Additionally, you’ll identify RBNZ solvency impacts, work with an IFRS17 bridge model, contribute to digital finance programmes, educate business managers on IFRS compliance, monitor regulatory developments, and contribute to the preparation of half-year and year-end financial statements.
This is a permanent, full-time hybrid role and while Auckland is the preferred location, candidates can also be based throughout New Zealand.

To be successful in the role, you’ll ideally have the following:

• CA qualified or similar professional qualification
• Solid demonstrated experience in understanding and implementing new and challenging accounting standards
• Internal and external financial accounting and reporting experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting and reporting matters to non-finance colleagues and management
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks in New Zealand
• Familiarity with current insurance accounting is a distinct advantage
• Well-organised, able to handle pressure and meet deadlinesStrong analytical skills with a solution orientated mindset