Finance Associate

Swiss Re - Schweizerische Rückversicherungs-Gesellschaft; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Swiss Re in Singapore is seeking a Finance professional to support financial and regulatory reporting for the Singapore entity. The role involves MAS regulatory reporting, statutory statements, reconciliations and close processes, working with cross‑functional teams to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

The role offers exposure to regulatory reporting, IFRS concepts and collaboration with Risk, Tax and Actuarial teams. Strong Excel and ERP familiarity are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA/CPA) is an advantage.
• 3–5 years in financial reporting, regulatory reporting, audit or accounting.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and submission of financial and MAS regulatory reports for Singapore entities.
• Assist in the preparation of statutory financial statements and/or regulatory returns in accordance with local requirements and internal policies.
• Perform financial closing reconciliations and investigate variances and exceptions.
• Ensure reporting deliverables are completed accurately and within established timelines.
• Support quarter-end and year-end close activities, including intercompany confirmations and settlements, regulatory submissions/surveys.
• Prepare journal entries, supporting schedules and working papers.
• Maintain appropriate documentation for reporting and audit purposes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

ACCA/CPA or equivalent (advantage)

Tools

SAP

PowerBI

ERP systems

Job description

About the role

We are looking for a motivated Finance professional to support the financial and regulatory reporting activities for our Singapore entity. The role will assist in the preparation of financial and regulatory reports, perform reconciliations and controls, and work closely with colleagues across Finance and other functions to ensure accurate and timely reporting. This role offers an excellent opportunity to build expertise in financial and regulatory reporting within a global reinsurance environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial & Regulatory Reporting

• Support the preparation and submission of financial and MAS regulatory reports for Singapore entities.
• Assist in the preparation of statutory financial statements and/or regulatory returns in accordance with local requirements and internal policies.
• Perform financial closing reconciliations and investigate variances and exceptions.
• Ensure reporting deliverables are completed accurately and within established timelines.
• Support quarter-end and year-end close activities, including but not limited to intercompany confirmations and settlements, other relevant statistical and regulatory submissions/surveys.
• Prepare journal entries, supporting schedules and working papers.
• Maintain appropriate documentation for reporting and audit purposes.

Controls & Compliance

• Follow established financial reporting controls and procedures.
• Support internal and external audit requests by preparing required documentation and analyses.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements and internal governance policies.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with Finance colleagues, Risk, Tax, Actuarial and other business functions to obtain information required for reporting.
• Escalate issues or reporting exceptions promptly and support timely resolution.
• Build effective working relationships with local and regional stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes and operational efficiency.
• Participate in finance transformation and process improvement initiatives.
• Support the enhancement of reporting documentation and standard operating procedures.

About you

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Professional accounting qualification (or currently pursuing ACCA, CPA or equivalent) is an advantage.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in financial reporting, regulatory reporting, audit or accounting.
• Experience within insurance, reinsurance or financial services is preferred but not essential.
• Knowledge of IFRS and regulatory reporting concepts is desirable.
• Good analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet reporting deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with SAP/PowerBI or other ERP systems is an advantage.
• Willingness to learn and develop technical expertise in financial and regulatory reporting.

About Swiss Re

Swiss 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. 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 15,000 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.

If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.

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