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The principal responsibility of the Accounting Lead Analyst is to assist the Financial Controller in management of accounts and regulatory reporting for Singapore entity. This role will report to the Financial Controller.

Critical Tasks and Expected Contributions/Results:

• Lead the accounting / regulatory reporting team to prepare

  • monthly management accounts in accordance with US/local GAAP (including IFRS 17) within strict reporting deadlines

  • quarterly and annual MAS submissions in accordance with MAS regulatory requirements

  • annual financial statements in accordance with local GAAP requirements

  • monthly balance sheet reconciliations for all accounts in line with US SOX requirements

  • quarterly and year end reporting exhibits to Head Office in line with timetable

• Manage and coordinate with auditors (external, internal and regulators) and ensure efficient and timely completion of audits

• Coordinate with Tax Department (internal shared services) in the preparation and timely submission of local income tax returns and ensuring all information is submitted to the Tax Department on a timely and consistent basis

• Responsible for the efficient and effective functioning of the accounting and regulatory reporting processes including maintenance of effective internal controls, and driving automation and process improvement opportunities.

• Supporting the wider finance team in various ad hoc projects

Experience/Knowledge, Education and Other Requirements:

• Fully qualified accountant with experience in leading a small team in managing full sets of insurance accounts and regulatory reporting

• Minimum of 7 years of insurance accounting and regulatory reporting experience.

• Experience of monthly accounting close process in a fast-paced environment

• Experience in insurance and within an international environment is preferable

• Familiar with MAS regulatory reporting requirements

• Focus on strong control environment and experience of balance sheet reconciliations

• US GAAP knowledge is preferable

• IFRS 17 knowledge is preferable

• Able to work under pressure and meet key deadlines

• Experience on Oracle or similar General Ledger packages

• Strong excel and general PC skills are essential

Personal Competencies Required:

• Team player who has a hands-on approach to achieving objectives with ability to motivate self and others

• Results oriented individual with a drive for continuous improvement

• Flexibility with the ability to prioritize work to ensure tight deadlines are met

• Responsible individual who is used to dealing with people at all levels of the organization

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

• Attention to detail

Please note that you must meet our posting guidelines to be eligible for consideration. Policy can be reviewed at this link.