Trainee Financial Accountant

at  nib NZ

nib Travel is a Company that is transforming the way we think about travel insurance. We are passionate about helping our customers get the most out of their travel experience, to encourage everyone to travel smarter, travel safer, we take care of the what if’s so our customers can focus on the fun.
Nib Travel (World Nomads) are looking for a Trainee Financial Accountant to join our growing team.
This position will assist in the preparation and maintenance of financial data and reports under the direction of the Financial Controller to ensure the accuracy of nib’s financial results and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
Let’s talk about who we are
nib Travel proudly provides financial protection and assurance to travellers wherever they are in the world. Our purpose is to ensure better health and wellbeing for every travel adventure, not only when planning the trip but while overseas, with cover available for emergency medical expenses, overseas access to our high standard of emergency assistance 24 hours a day, and on your safe return home.
We’re looking for people who share this passion and want to be a part of a team that has the appetite and ambition to be extraordinary. We’re looking for people who share this passion and want to be a part of a team that has the appetite and ambition to be extraordinary. Extraordinary comes in different perspectives and experiences. We’re committed to an environment where everyone has the autonomy and freedom to be their authentic selves, every day.
Let’s talk about diversity, equity and inclusion
We embrace a flexible working environment and welcome candidates that reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.
nib Group is committed to creating an accessible recruitment process and employment experience. If you identify as a person living with disability and require adjustments to our online application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please contact us at nibemployment @ nib.com.au.

Let’s talk about this role

• Assist with the preparation of journal entries and post to the general ledger
• Maintain inter Group and intra Ireland recharges on a monthly basis
• Maintain bank and balance sheet reconciliation for all entities to ensure comprehension of all entries.
• Assist the team with preparation of VAT return and tax requirements
• Liaise with Finance Shared Services team in Australia, as required
• Support the finance team in preparation and analysis of a variety of types of data including:
• Month end management reports
• Cost centre reporting and analysis
• Other data to assist business unit managers with monitoring and management of the business, as required
• Investigation of designated general ledger accounts to ensure a full understanding of the data within the accounts
• Assist the finance team with process reviews periodically to enable procedures to be consistently and appropriately performed.
• Assist with reconciliation of underwriting journals and entries as well as creation of underwriting reports and investigation of data
• Assist with the requirements of the annual audits
• Learn the accounting standards to apply to areas of the finance function
• Participate with additional finance tasks when necessary

Let’s talk about you

• Working towards completion of accountancy exams
• Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in a finance team role
• Experience of using accounting systems is preferred
• Trainees should be graduates, with an interest in obtaining an accountancy qualification
• Be committed and motivated to studying towards the ACCA qualification or CA with Chartered Accountants Ireland (CAI) to become a chartered accountant or CIMA, to become a management accountant
• Experience with high volume processing and general ledger transactions
• Strong organisational skills including the ability to meet tight deadlines, prioritise workload, work both collaboratively and independently
• Complex Microsoft Excel capability
• Strong attention to detail
• Proven accuracy and efficiency in data entry
• Analytical skills including being able to identify, assess and solve problems
• Able to communicate in a clear manner, both verbally and in writing
• Strong communication skills

At nib, we recognise that some people may only apply when their education, skills and/or experiences are identical to what an employer is looking for in a candidate. We’re always on the lookout for curious individuals who will add to the culture at nib Group – so if this role resonates with you, please apply!
Let’s talk about working at nib
Our hybrid working model provides our employees with the flexibility to work from one of our office Hubs and from home based. We make a commitment to come together with purpose and are excited to share moments that matter with one another. Our Hubs are purpose built to support focused work, connection, and collaboration with peers. At nib, we’re committed to creating a flexible working environment where you’re free to be you.

Other benefits to support you at work (and play) include:

• Health cover (50%)
• Pension
• Bonus
• Flexible working
• The opportunity to give back to the community with nibGive, including paid leave for volunteering for our nib foundation and community partners
• Benefits to support our diverse workforce with 18 weeks paid parental leave for new parents and 4 weeks paid gender affirmation leave for trans, gender diverse and intersex employees

The fine print
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Successful applicants will be required to complete a background check (including criminal history and bankruptcy check) prior to commencement of employment.
Consent to the transfer of Personal Data to countries outside the EU and EEA
Context
As nib Travel Services Europe Limited (a member of nib Travel) is a member of a large international group operating across a wide range of jurisdictions within the EU and outside it, we may, for operating efficiencies and certain decision-making purposes, need to transfer personal data of potential candidates for roles within the company (or group as appropriate) to countries outside the EU/EEA.
Under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) we are obliged to obtain your consent for such transfers and to provide information to you for you to decide on whether you wish to provide consent.
Personal Data covered
The personal data involved is typically that which is contained within a Curriculum Vitae (CV), Resume, reference, cover letter etc., circulated via email to HR functions in group entities in Australia and/or the United States of America (US).
Data Protection risk
Please note that Australia and the US are not included on the list of countries considered by the European Commission to provide an adequate level of data protection. While there are established data protection legislation and regimes in place in those countries, there is a risk that the protections applicable to your personal data and to the rights you may exercise over it are not the same as in the EU. By way of example, the right to erasure and to restrict automatic processing of personal data under the GDPR are not replicated in Australia. Please see here for the link to our Company Privacy Policy:
By applying for this vacancy, you acknowledge our Company Privacy Policy and hereby consent to the transfer of your personal data as described above to the countries identified outside the EU and EEA

• Assist with the preparation of journal entries and post to the general ledger
• Maintain inter Group and intra Ireland recharges on a monthly basis
• Maintain bank and balance sheet reconciliation for all entities to ensure comprehension of all entries.
• Assist the team with preparation of VAT return and tax requirements
• Liaise with Finance Shared Services team in Australia, as required
• Support the finance team in preparation and analysis of a variety of types of data including:
• Month end management reports
• Cost centre reporting and analysis
• Other data to assist business unit managers with monitoring and management of the business, as required
• Investigation of designated general ledger accounts to ensure a full understanding of the data within the accounts
• Assist the finance team with process reviews periodically to enable procedures to be consistently and appropriately performed.
• Assist with reconciliation of underwriting journals and entries as well as creation of underwriting reports and investigation of data
• Assist with the requirements of the annual audits
• Learn the accounting standards to apply to areas of the finance function
• Participate with additional finance tasks when necessar