Manager, External Reporting & Technical Accounting
WTW · Melbourne
Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity, compliance and quality of financial reporting across the Australian group. You will work closely with senior finance leaders, business stakeholders, external auditors and global accounting teams while contributing to strategic initiatives, regulatory compliance and finance transformation programs
This role offers broad exposure across financial reporting, technical accounting, income tax oversight, sustainability reporting, M&A activities and process improvement, making it an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking to further develop their leadership and technical expertise.
The Role
Lead the preparation and delivery of statutory financial statements for Australian entities, including regulated AFSL entities and consolidated group reporting requirements.
Oversee month-end and quarter-end reporting activities, including balance sheet governance, financial analysis and group reporting submissions.
Manage external audit engagements and serve as the primary liaison with auditors, ensuring timely delivery and resolution of audit matters.
Lead the assessment of technical accounting implications arising from acquisitions, divestments, restructures and legal entity rationalisations, partnering with the Group Technical Accounting team to deliver robust accounting outcomes and support strategic decision-making.
Provide oversight of Australian income tax compliance, reporting and governance activities, partnering with external tax advisors and internal stakeholders to ensure timely fulfilment of tax obligations and effective management of tax risks.
Lead and coordinate Australia's climate-related reporting and sustainability disclosure activities, ensuring compliance with evolving reporting requirements and regulatory expectations.
Monitor and interpret emerging accounting, corporate reporting and regulatory developments, providing practical guidance and recommendations to finance and business stakeholders.
Strengthen financial governance, internal control and reporting frameworks to support regulatory compliance, risk management and reporting excellence.
Drive finance transformation, process improvement and automation initiatives across the Record-to-Report function to enhance efficiency, scalability and control.