Assistant Manager, IFRS 17 Reporting

Prudential Services Asia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Prudential Services Asia seeks a Finance Reporting Analyst in Kuala Lumpur to support IFRS 17 reporting and statutory filings. You will prepare monthly, half-year, and year-end statements, ensuring data accuracy and timely submissions to group finance and stakeholders.

The role requires 3–5 years in financial reporting, a relevant degree, and strong Excel skills, with IFRS 17 knowledge as a plus. Collaboration with actuarial, finance, and IT teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS standards; IFRS 17 experience is a plus.
• Proficient in Excel and financial reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing IFRS 17 financial reporting, including monthly, half-year, and year-end financial statements.
• Support preparation of statutory reporting and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Prepare preliminary analysis and commentary on financial performance for review by the Manager.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of data submission to Prudential group finance and other stakeholders.
• Process & System Enhancement: support initiatives to improve reporting processes, systems, and tools.
• Collaborate with Actuarial, Finance, and IT teams to enhance data quality and automation.
• Governance & Control: maintain documentation and assist in implementing effective control processes.
• Support audit readiness and liaise with auditors for information requests.
• Team Collaboration: work closely with the Manager and team members to foster a high-performance culture.
• Provide guidance to junior staff where necessary.
• Ad-hoc Projects: participate in special projects requiring financial reporting and analysis expertise.

Skills

IFRS 17 knowledge

Financial reporting

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Prudential's purpose is to be partners for every life and protectors for every future. Our purpose encourages everything we do by creating a culture in which diversity is celebrated and inclusion assured, for our people, customers, and partners. We provide a platform for our people to do their best work and make an impact to the business, and we support our people's career ambitions. We pledge to make Prudential a place where you can Connect, Grow, and Succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting Support Assist in preparing IFRS 17 financial reporting, including monthly, half-year, and year-end financial statements.
• Support preparation of statutory reporting and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Prepare preliminary analysis and commentary on financial performance for review by the Manager.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of data submission to Prudential group finance and other stakeholders.
• Process & System Enhancement Support initiatives to improve reporting processes, systems, and tools.
• Collaborate with Actuarial, Finance, and IT teams to enhance data quality and automation.
• Governance & Control Maintain documentation and assist in implementing effective control processes.
• Support audit readiness and liaise with auditors for information requests.
• Team Collaboration Work closely with the Manager and team members to foster a high-performance culture.
• Provide guidance to junior staff where necessary.
• Ad-hoc Projects Participate in special projects requiring financial reporting and analysis expertise.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, ICAEW) or progress towards one is preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in financial reporting, preferably in insurance or financial services.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS standards (IFRS 17 experience is an advantage).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting systems.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with process improvement and automation tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.

Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equality of opportunity of benefits for all who apply and who perform work for our organisation irrespective of sex, race, age, ethnic origin, educational, social and cultural background, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, disability or part-time / fixed-term work, or any other status protected by applicable law. We encourage the same standards from our recruitment and third-party suppliers taking into account the context of grade, job and location. We also allow for reasonable adjustments to support people with individual physical or mental health requirements.

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