Accounting Associate Analyst

Cigna Europe Insurance Company S.A.-N.V. Singapore Branch; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced accounting professional to manage GST reporting and support finance operations. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in GST reporting, and strong Excel skills. Responsibilities include preparing financial data, managing tax recovery processes, and reconciling accounts. This dynamic role requires strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work collaboratively across teams.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' accounting experience, preferably with GST reporting.
• Good IT knowledge with strong Excel skills.
• Experience in Oracle accounting system is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of GST supporting data and documents for reporting.
• Manage input tax recovery process on broker commissions.
• Review transactions to ensure accurate GL coding.
• Prepare monthly journal entries and perform GL reconciliation.
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding broker invoices.

Skills

GST reporting experience

Strong Excel skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma in Finance/Accounting or equivalent

Tools

Oracle accounting system

Job description

Critical Tasks and Expected Contributions/Results:

• Preparation of GST supporting data and documents for reporting to tax authority

• Manage input tax recovery process on broker commissions

• Work closely with other team members to support finance operational activities and improve processes relating to GST

• Review transactions to ensure correct coding of the GL accounting string and ensure these are recorded accurately and in a timely manner.

• Prepare monthly journals entries and ensure these are appropriately approved and posted on a timely basis.

• Perform monthly reconciliation of GL accounts as assigned

• Investigate reconciling items and help improve the reconciliations status.

• Preparation of monthly and quarterly reporting schedules.

• Monitor and follow up on outstanding broker invoices relating to commission paid/payable.

• Support the Accounting Supervisor and wider finance team in various ad hoc projects.

• Assist in other general day-to-day finance operations and control activities as required

Key Challenges/Anticipated Changes in Environment:

• Working with cross functional teams in a global environment

• Strong sense of ownership and willingness to move forward despite ambiguity

• Ability to effectively problem-solve and collaborate with others to resolve issues

Developmental Value of Position:

• Opportunity to work with colleagues across different functions and entities

Experience/Knowledge, Education and Other Requirements:

• Possess at least a Diploma in Finance/Accounting or equivalent

• At least 3-5 years’ accounting experience, preferably with GST reporting experience

• Good IT knowledge, especially strong Excel skills will be beneficial

• Experience in Oracle accounting system would be advantageous but not essential

Personal Competencies Required:

• Able to work independently as well as within a team in a fast-paced environment

• Proactive with good time management and problem-solving skills

• Meticulous with a high degree of accuracy

• Team player with the ability to work with a broad range of people across the organization

• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Willingness to learn and approach challenges with a growth mindset

• Ability to adjust effectively to changes

• Ability to work independently and multitask effectively

• Accuracy and attention to detail

• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership