Manager External Reporting and Technical Accounting

# **Job Expectations****Build your career and Australia's future**Not many people can say they are working on building Australia's future. With us you'll be doing just that, leaving a legacy for all Australians. Plus, there's equal employment, great training, and true flexible working arrangements.A fantastic opportunity has presented itself for a **Manager - External Reporting and Technical Accounting**. This sits within the Finance business unit and will report to the Executive Manager - External Reporting and Technical Accounting.**A bit about your role**As part of the Corporate Finance team, this position will have responsibility to support the preparation, delivery and review of NBN Co's statutory reporting, provide expert technical accounting advice on a cross functional basis and aid in the implementation of new accounting standards. This role has a core reporting, technical accounting and sustainability reporting focus and includes the delivery of both key external and internal stakeholder requirements in a fast-paced environment.The External Reporting component of the role is responsible for assisting management in the preparation, review, and delivery of external financial and shareholder reporting, including the Annual Integrated Report, the Half Year Report and the implementation of the new Sustainability Standards which are effective from 1 July 2025. The delivery of the external reports includes the co-ordination and oversight of other team members and consultants (where applicable) who will be part of a core team responsible for the delivery of these financial reports.In respect of Technical Accounting, the position will be responsible for helping to set and maintain NBN Co's accounting policies and provide accounting solutions for complex business transactions. The role will need to ensure that the support for all reported positions is able to withstand the scrutiny of internal and external audit reviews. Where appropriate this will include the preparation of robust accounting position memos and reports, as well as the drafting Board and Audit and Risk Committee reporting on significant accounting matters. This includes supporting any review by such parties and being able to respond to business stakeholders where required.**A bit about you**To be successful in this role, you will have a strong background in financial reporting for large listed (or equivalent) corporate entities or will have experience from big accounting firms.You will have demonstrated experience within an external reporting function in a fast-paced organisation**,** including specialist technical accounting expertise. Relevant tertiary qualifications in business, commerce, or accounting as well as a Professional Accounting based qualification (CA), or equivalent, is essential for this role.Strong verbal and high-quality written communication skills coupled with problem solving and the ability to build effective working relationships with stakeholders across all levels of the business will be essential to your success in this role.You will be a highly motivated individual with the ability to work autonomously, be an influential leader and willing team participant. You will possess a can-do attitude with strong interpersonal skills to effectively partner with a range of management and business stakeholders across the organisation.**Life at nbn**To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There's so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of Australia by connecting homes and businesses everywhere. We've created Australia's network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.**A more inclusive working world**nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any special requests or accessibility requirements throughout the recruitment process, please recommend us at the time of application (via recruitment@nbnco.com.au) and we will adjust to meet your needs.If you think this role might be for you, we want to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed.**Please note this is a permanent role and advertisement closes midnight 25 September 2025.****To be eligible for this role, you must have full working rights in Australia.**# **Worker Type**Permanent# **Time Type**# Full time****nbn**** is the team behind the design, build and operation of the ****nbn**** network - one of Australia's largest technology infrastructure projects, which will help better connect Australians with each other and the rest of the world, no matter where you live.But the ****nbn**** network is so much more than access to fast internet. A state of the art communications network opens up a world of possibilities in areas such as education, business, innovation, healthcare, flexibility, and entertainment. It will help ensure our digital future, and give Australians benefits we can all enjoy, for decades to come.At ****nbn,**** you'll work with inspirational leaders and innovators in their field, help take on engaging and exciting work, and seek original solutions to new challenges every day. Things move quickly at ****nbn****, and opportunities present themselves all the time. At ****nbn****, you have an incredible chance to broaden your skills and widen your horizons. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to accelerate your career, and shape your own future, along with Australia's.To apply, please follow the links and submit your resume. No cover letter or selection criteria is required.
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