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About Asteron Life
Asteron Life has been supporting New Zealanders for nearly 150 years. We are here to help customers build bright futures and protect what matters most. We offer a range of personal, business and employee insurance products that can help our customers through just about anything life throws at you.
We work with our financial advisers, who provide expert insurance advice and match the right insurance needs to help our customers live life to the fullest, and our strategic partners who provide tools and information so customers can assess their needs and find the cover that’s best suited to them.
We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives, foster an inclusive, collaborative and flexible working environment, that will support your professional growth and reward your contribution.
Role Summary
We are seeking a skilled Financial Accountant to join our Auckland-based team, supporting the month-end close process and ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records. This role involves working closely with the Finance Manager and other accountants to deliver timely financial closes across key areas including cash and accrual accounting, investment and tax accounting, reinsurance reconciliation, and related financial controls.
You will be responsible for maintaining detailed account reconciliations across multiple data sources and accounting bases, performing daily bank reconciliations, preparing reinsurance bordereaux reports, and supporting various finance tasks. The role requires a strong understanding of financial reporting cycles, regulatory standards in Australia and New Zealand, and internal control best practices.
The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, with CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification preferred, and brings at least five years of experience in finance or audit—ideally within life insurance or a complex financial services environment. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and financial modelling tools are essential, along with a high level of integrity and professionalism.
How will you make an impact?
Responsible for timely and accurate financial close
Responsible for maintaining detailed and accurate account reconciliations across multiple data source and multiple accounting basis
Daily bank reconciliations
Reinsurance bordereaux reporting
Additional daily/month end finance tasks upon request
About you
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate the following:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification preferred.
At least 5 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or audit, preferably in a financial service (Life Insurance) and complex organization
Strong knowledge of the financial reporting cycle, accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal control best practices for the Australia and New Zealand business
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and financial modelling tools.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards
Why Join Us?
At Asteron Life, we provide a flexible work environment and access to a range of employee benefits that will support you both personally and professionally including:
Discretionary bonus scheme
Career pathways, including local and global mobility opportunities.
Leading Learning Platforms and support in professional development
Medical Plan and Wellbeing Programs
Life, Income Protection and Trauma Cover.
Accessibility and Checks
Before commencing employment in this role, you will need to provide two references, full working rights and complete police and credit checks through an online provider. As an equal opportunity employer strongly committed to working in a diverse and inclusive workforce you will be provided with any support or accessibility requirements throughout your interview process. Please feel free to contact our Talent Team directly at
[email protected]
About Asteron Life
Asteron Life has been supporting New Zealanders for nearly 150 years. We are here to help customers build bright futures and protect what matters most. We offer a range of personal, business and employee insurance products that can help our customers through just about anything life throws at you.
We work with our financial advisers, who provide expert insurance advice and match the right insurance needs to help our customers live life to the fullest, and our strategic partners who provide tools and information so customers can assess their needs and find the cover that’s best suited to them.
We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives, foster an inclusive, collaborative and flexible working environment, that will support your professional growth and reward your contribution.
Role Summary
We are seeking a skilled Financial Accountant to join our Auckland-based team, supporting the month-end close process and ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records. This role involves working closely with the Finance Manager and other accountants to deliver timely financial closes across key areas including cash and accrual accounting, investment and tax accounting, reinsurance reconciliation, and related financial controls.
You will be responsible for maintaining detailed account reconciliations across multiple data sources and accounting bases, performing daily bank reconciliations, preparing reinsurance bordereaux reports, and supporting various finance tasks. The role requires a strong understanding of financial reporting cycles, regulatory standards in Australia and New Zealand, and internal control best practices.
The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, with CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification preferred, and brings at least five years of experience in finance or audit—ideally within life insurance or a complex financial services environment. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and financial modelling tools are essential, along with a high level of integrity and professionalism.
How will you make an impact?
Responsible for timely and accurate financial close
Responsible for maintaining detailed and accurate account reconciliations across multiple data source and multiple accounting basis
Daily bank reconciliations
Reinsurance bordereaux reporting
Additional daily/month end finance tasks upon request
About you
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate the following:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification preferred.
At least 5 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or audit, preferably in a financial service (Life Insurance) and complex organization
Strong knowledge of the financial reporting cycle, accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal control best practices for the Australia and New Zealand business
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and financial modelling tools.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards
Why Join Us?
At Asteron Life, we provide a flexible work environment and access to a range of employee benefits that will support you both personally and professionally including:
Discretionary bonus scheme
Career pathways, including local and global mobility opportunities.
Leading Learning Platforms and support in professional development
Medical Plan and Wellbeing Programs
Life, Income Protection and Trauma Cover.
Accessibility and Checks
Before commencing employment in this role, you will need to provide two references, full working rights and complete police and credit checks through an online provider. As an equal opportunity employer strongly committed to working in a diverse and inclusive workforce you will be provided with any support or accessibility requirements throughout your interview process. Please feel free to contact our Talent Team directly at
[email protected]
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Financial Accountant position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Auckland offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
