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• Lead ECL provisioning and recalibration for a leading financial institution.
• IFRS 9 subject matter expert ensuring robust, compliant modelling frameworks.
• Deliver board-level insights to support strategic credit and financial decision.

The Company

Our client is a leading financial services organisation operating across the Asia-Pacific region. The organisation is focused on innovation, data modernisation, and delivering customer-centric solutions. It is committed to exceptional service for its customers and communities while fostering an environment where employees can grow and progress.

The Role

As the Financial Reporting Manager, you will be a highly skilled financial reporting professional with deep expertise in banking finance. You will act as a key technical authority in IFRS 9 Expected Credit Loss provisioning and advanced financial modelling. Reporting to the Head of Financial Reporting, you will ensure the Group’s financial reporting and analytical frameworks are robust, compliant, and forward-looking, supporting informed decision-making across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the management and calculation of provisioning under IFRS 9, including the point-in-time probability of default recalibration process for expected credit loss.
• Develop and maintain advanced financial models to support provisioning, forecasting, and strategic reforecasts.
• Prepare detailed Executive Committee commentary and board papers regarding Group-level financial notes, provisions, and off-balance sheet exposures.
• Manage technical audit responses and coordination with external auditors regarding complex IFRS 9 disclosures.
• Ensure strict adherence to BPNG Prudential Standards and international accounting policies across Pacific Markets and Subsidiaries.
• Manage and mentor the Financial Accounting team, building technical capability and clear succession plans.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or Business are essential.
• Must be a Certified Practising Accountant PNG (CPA PNG) or hold an equivalent international qualification.
• Strong technical and analytical background derived from an existing Bank or Big Four audit firm.
• Proven experience applying IFRS 9 provisioning models and performing senior-level financial analysis.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in financial reporting or audit, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Excellent verbal and written skills with the ability to present complex technical financial information to diverse stakeholders.

To apply for this position, interested candidates are asked to submit:

• A cover letter addressing key criteria of the role
• An updated CV in Microsoft Word format, outlining employment history, educational qualifications, and listing three referees (referees will only be contacted if shortlisted)

Our client's priority is to provide opportunities to high performing Papua New Guineans for this position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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To Apply

To apply, email your CV and other relevant documentation to [email protected]. Please include the Job ID "#26764" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.