Assistant Manager, IFRS 17 Reporting

Prudential BSN Takaful Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Prudential BSN Takaful Berhad is seeking a Financial Reporting Support professional to assist in IFRS 17 reporting and financial statement preparation. The role requires collaboration with actuarial, finance, and IT teams to improve data quality and automation, while ensuring regulatory compliance and timely reporting.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance with 3–5 years of financial reporting experience, preferably in insurance or financial services, and strong

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.

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.

Skills

IFRS reporting

Excel skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

ACCA/CPA progress

Tools

ERP/Financial reporting 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.