Accounting Analyst

RGA Reinsurance Company; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global reinsurance firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Accounting Analyst to support treasury operations and the month-end expense cycle. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Office and possess strong analytical skills. Join a collaborative team that values individuality and offers career growth in a respectful work environment.

Benefits

Valuable knowledge from diverse colleagues

Respectful and welcoming environment

Vast career potential

Qualifications

• 2+ years accounting, auditing, actuarial, or insurance administration experience with GAAP reporting.
• Experience with general ledger application.
• Progress towards CPA certification.

Responsibilities

• Support treasury operations and payment processing.
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations.
• Support month-end closing and track company expenses.
• Prepare documentation for audit process.
• Participate in process improvements.

Skills

Accounting principles

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

RGA is a purpose-driven organization working to solve today's challenges through innovation and collaboration. A Fortune 200 Company and listed among its World's Most Admired Companies, we're the only global reinsurance company to focus primarily on life- and health-related solutions. Join our multinational team of intelligent, motivated, and collaborative people, and help us make financial protection accessible to all.

A Brief Overview

The Accounting Analyst is mainly responsible to support the treasury operations and the month-end expense cycle. The role prepares the monthly bank reconciliation reports and other management reports to support the team in month-end closing.

Responsibilities

• Support the treasury operations and co-ordinate with Global Treasury functions which including but not limited to: handle the payment processing, ensuring timely and accurate execution of payments; prepare the monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies; maintain accurate records of all treasury transactions and ensure proper documentation.
• Support the month‑end closing on expense cycle; track and analyze company expenses to ensure they are within budget; identify cost‑saving opportunities and implement measures to control spending; support the FP&A in the expense cycle.
• Support the audit process by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries. Prepare the monthly reconciliation files. Ensure timely and accurate reporting to local management.
• Work with other functional areas to achieve efficient and effective accounting practices and procedures and respond to requests from other functional areas on various inquiries.
• Participate in the development and implementation of process improvements that may extend beyond the area of oversight. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2 years+ accounting, auditing, actuarial, or insurance administration experience with GAAP reporting and general ledger application experience.
• PeopleSoft or other accounting software applications experience.
• Progress towards CPA.
• General business knowledge.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and organization skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a collaborative and proactive approach to problem‑solving.

What you can expect from RGA

• Gain valuable knowledge from and experience with diverse, caring colleagues around the world.
• Enjoy a respectful, welcoming environment that fosters individuality and encourages pioneering thought.
• Join the bright and creative minds of RGA, and experience vast, endless career potential.