Job Description

Position objectives and position summaryThis is a hands-on role, and the primary responsibilities of this role are:

• To ensure the quarterly and annual closing process of the general ledger for the Singapore and Labuan branch are completed accurately on a timely basis.
• To prepare the quarterly & annual (1) regulatory and statutory reports for submission to MAS, (2) GST reports for submission to IRAS, and demonstrate understanding of drivers of the results.
• To be the point of contact to manage the requests of internal and external stakeholders (e.g. actuarial, tax, operations, external auditors, regulators etc.), and address them on a timely basis.

You will also support our Tax team with the preparation of data as part of the annual Corporate Tax reporting process. This role will require you to be work closely with departments and functions within and outside of the Singapore branch.Key Responsibilities

• The role will require you to have a strong understanding of accounting principles, good understanding of the systems used for reporting, and your involvement to perform reconciliations and calculations, as well as work with our Offshore Finance team to pass manual adjustment bookings as part of the general ledger closing process.
• Be responsible for the preparation of the Quarterly and Annual regulatory MAS/LFSA submissions, financial statement preparation on IFRS 17 basis for both Singapore and Labuan branches, ensuring that they are completed accurately and submitted on a timely basis, and demonstrate understanding of drivers of the results.
• Be responsible for the preparation of the Quarterly GST report for submission to IRAS, ensuring that they are completed accurately and on a timely basis.
• Support our Tax team with the preparation of data for the annual Corporate Tax reporting.
• Be the point of contact to manage the requests of internal and external stakeholders (e.g. actuarial, tax, operations, external auditors, regulators etc.), and address them on a timely basis.
• Be responsible to maintain the documentation of Finance controls and processes, pro-actively challenge "as-is" positions and processes within Finance and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Pro-actively provide Finance input into other processes which have impact on financial reporting, challenging existing \'as-is\' positions and highlighting opportunities for improvement.

Job requirementsThis will include essential and desired academic and/or professional qualifications required and provide details of likely experience the successful candidate might have.Educational background

• University degree (Accounting or Finance)
• Post degree qualification (CA or CPA) preferable

Professional experience

• At least 7 years\' relevant work experience in a re/insurance company
• Strong understanding of insurance accounting principles
• Some MAS regulatory reporting experience in a re/insurance company would be preferable
• Experience with Excel at an Intermediate to Advanced level: Knowledge of Excel functions and formulas (e.g. Vlookup/HLookup/IndexMatch), with proven experience understanding how Excel functions "think" or "behave", demonstrating depth of spreadsheet knowledge, and applying that knowledge to achieve efficiency in real-world usage
• Proven experience working with underwriting and claims systems, and understanding how they interact with Finance systems
• Proven ability to work and communicate in a multicultural organization in a matrix environment
• Experience with SAP would be an advantage
• Excellent command of the English language

Personal

• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills, yet able to work independently, under pressure and amidst tight deadlines
• Proven experience as a self-starter able to problem-solve and navigate through ambiguity
• Proactive and entrepreneurial thinker, willing to challenge the status quo and suggest alternative solutions to improve the "as-is" position
• Strong listening skills, with the ability to appropriately manage differing views

About Swiss ReSwiss Re is one of the world\'s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. We cover both Property & Casualty and Life & Health. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.Keywords:
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