Financial Reporting Accountant

Oliver James Associates Ltd.; Singapore; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-established global reinsurance and insurance firm as a Financial Reporting Accountant in Singapore. This hybrid role offers an exciting opportunity to support regional operations and transformation initiatives. You will manage month-end closes, prepare regulatory returns, and generate management reports, all while collaborating with regional finance teams. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years of experience in financial reporting within the insurance sector, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Enjoy a dynamic work environment with career growth opportunities and a collaborative team culture.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Hybrid work flexibility

Collaborative team culture

Exposure to IFRS 17

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of financial reporting experience in insurance or reinsurance.
• Degree in Accounting or Finance required.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end close ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare MAS regulatory returns and annual financial statements.
• Support IFRS 17 implementation and finance transformation projects.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

IFRS 17 Knowledge

Education

Degree in Accounting

Diploma in Finance

CPA/ACCA (pursuit or completion)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial Systems

Job description

A well-established global reinsurance and insurance firm is seeking a meticulous and driven Financial Reporting Accountant to join their Singapore team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking finance function supporting regional operations and transformation initiatives.

Now Hiring: Financial Reporting Accountant - Insurance Sector (Hybrid Role)
Location: Singapore | Work Type: Hybrid (Remote + On-site)
Employment Type: Full-Time

A well-established global reinsurance and insurance firm is seeking a meticulous and driven Financial Reporting Accountant to join their Singapore team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking finance function supporting regional operations and transformation initiatives.

Only candidates with prior insurance or reinsurance industry experience will be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage month-end close, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness

• Prepare and file MAS regulatory returns, IRAS GST submissions, and annual financial statements

• Generate management reports to support decision-making

• Handle reinsurance statements of accounts and coordinate with regional teams on premium adjustments and payments

• Support implementation of IFRS 17 and other finance transformation projects

• Identify and drive automation or efficiency improvements within reporting processes

• Collaborate with regional finance teams and contribute to strategic initiatives

Requirements:

• Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• 2-3 years of experience in financial reporting within the insurance or reinsurance industry (mandatory)

• Familiarity with MAS reporting is a strong advantage

• Pursuit or completion of CPA, ACCA, or other professional qualification is a plus

• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial systems

• Ability to thrive in a dynamic and high-growth environment

Why Apply?

• Be part of a global, fast-paced insurance environment

• Exposure to IFRS 17 and regulatory reporting transformations

• Hybrid flexibility with a collaborative and inclusive team culture

• Career growth and continuous learning opportunities

Apply now if you're ready to take your financial reporting career to the next level with an internationally recognized insurer.