2022 Graduate Assistant Accountant (Start ASAP)

Steadfast was founded on the belief that a network of brokers would be stronger together, and this idea has been the backbone of our culture ever since. We believe that none of us is as good as all of us. 

At Steadfast we are proud of our diverse mix of people and skills, coming together across multiple business and business units to not only support our broker network but to create the next generation thinking, systems and technologies that will drive the insurance sector forward. 

We are leaders of the general insurance broking and underwriting industry, and we lead from the front. 

A bit about our opportunity

Steadfast is a progressive organisation that offers diverse roles and learning opportunities. Don’t be fooled by our size – Steadfast is an exciting business that operates in an agile and collaborative way. Our continued success reflects our ability to work towards the big picture to evolve our industry as well as our ability to deliver in today’s highly competitive environment.  

In this role, you will:

• Review our investees’ financial data at month-end (you will have responsibility for a portfolio of investees)
• Provide analysis and commentary on major variances / significant events and communicate with the Operations team/management
• Provide accounting and tax support to investees as required
• Integrate the accounting of new acquisitions and support the Operations team with any due diligence
• Assist with year-end and half year-end accounts preparation for Group
• Prepare tax returns and tax journals for investees using CTS software

You will also explore Management Accounting, which entails:

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) including budgeting, reforecasting and variance analysis
• Management reports at month-end
• Gross Written Premium analysis and other data analytics
• Other ad hoc projects and reporting needs to support the business

A bit about you

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• An Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Commerce, Finance or a similar field, or be a penultimate/final year student.
• Self-Initiative and attention to detail, with a warm, friendly, can-do attitude.
• Strong collaborative skills and be equipped to work autonomously when required.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. We are looking for someone who can confidently build relationships across the business with multiple stakeholders, as well as interact with our investees on a regular basis.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment where urgent tasks may arise frequently and be adaptable when priorities change.
• A desire to obtain the CA or CPA qualification, which will be supported by the company.

Benefits

We offer an extensive range of benefits to reflect the value we place on our team whilst supporting them in their professional and personal lives. As a Steadfast employee you will benefit from and have access to:

• Flexible working to help you balance work and personal responsibilities
• Career enhancement and development opportunities through our technical and well-defined Leadership Pathway which utilises best in class programs through Xplore and Korn Ferry.
• Free company provided Life, Temporary Permanent Disablement, Salary Continuance and Travel insurances, plus access to other discounted insurances.
• An expansive Health and Wellbeing program, which includes annual free health checks, annual free skin checks, Flu shots, holistic support and advice, discounted gym membership, exercise events & challenges and confidential counselling.
• Discounts on travel, hotels, hire cars, electronic and vehicle packages through our various partners.
• Working in a vibrant and collegiate culture where you as a person, and your contribution is valued.

A bit about us 

At Steadfast, we provide valuable opportunities to build meaningful career opportunities alongside some of the brightest and most influential people in the insurance industry.

We are proud of our diverse mix of people and skills, coming together across multiple businesses and business units to foster next-generation thinking, systems and technologies that will drive the insurance sector forward. 

Diversity and our Social Responsibility is at the heart of our business and we reflect this in our actions. We have strong commitments to equality; an active D&I committee and our Reconciliation Action Plan provides opportunities for First Nation peoples to work and grow. We are major sponsors of the Dive In festival, sponsor female entrepreneurs and are active members of the Champions of Change. 

In addition, our charity, The Steadfast Foundation, sponsors many charities and local community initiatives. Our environmental commitment includes the sponsorship of our Sustainability Ambassador to undertake climate research and our initiatives reflect our commitment to the achievement of green and carbon offset goals.      

Interested to apply or find out more

If Steadfast and its people sound like the type of company you are looking for and the opportunity is of interest to you, please click Apply now.

We are always on the lookout for great talent, if you are interested in a confidential conversation regarding career opportunities please email Careers@steadfast.com.au

Vaccination Status - To ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of our people and visitors, Steadfast requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Confirmation of your vaccination status will be required during the recruitment process.