Senior Accounting Manager

JOBSHINE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance industry is seeking a Senior Finance Manager to oversee accurate reporting and compliance. The role involves preparing financial statements, budgets, and managing audits, requiring a Bachelor's degree in accounting and at least 10 years of experience. Strong analytical and project management skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in finance or external audit.
• Professional designation/certification (CPA or CA) required.
• Experience in supervising staff is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and compliant reporting and bookkeeping.
• Prepare analysis and memos on quarterly MAS returns.
• Review financial statements and MAS returns.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Peoplesoft

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities:

• ensures accurate and compliant reporting and book keeping of insurance and non-insurance entities
• prepares analysis and memos on quarterly MAS returns and annual financial statements;
• prepares budget, forecasts and business plans;
• prepares ORSA (Own Risk and Solvency Assessment) report, including stress scenario testing;
• maintains regional master non-insurance general purpose financial statement template, including understanding of the impact of accounting standard changes;
• reviews financial statements and MAS returns;
• reviews and approves journals and reconciliations;
• monitors and reviews various deliverables to regulators and other key stakeholders; and
• planning and coordination with external auditors.

Requirements:

• bachelor's degree in accounting with professional designation/certification (CPA or CA);
• at least 10 years of relevant experience in finance or external audit, in the insurance industry;
• experience in supervising staff is highly desirable;
• knowledge of MAS regulations for RBC and financial accounting standards;
• strong analytical and problem solving skills;
• ability to make firm decisions and express well-considered opinions;
• demonstrated project management skills and ability to multi-task;
• proficiency in financial systems and standard software applications such as Peoplesoft and Microsoft Office products.