Senior Finance Analyst

Chubb Life Fund; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Chubb Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Finance FP&A professional to drive regional reporting, forecasting and analysis for APAC. You will prepare commentary on variances, coordinate market submissions, and support monthly forecasts and budgeting cycles.

This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, system enhancements, and timely financial reporting. A strong analytical mindset and communication skills are essential for partnering with country teams and senior management.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to analyze financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and variances.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with financial reporting systems (IBM Planning Analytics - TM1 & Peoplesoft).
• Ability to interpret complex financial data and present actionable insights.
• High level of accuracy in financial calculations and reporting.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to identify issues and recommend solutions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare clear, insightful commentaries on financial variances and drivers for regional reporting.
• Compile market submissions and ensure completeness, tracking deadlines with country teams.
• Support monthly forecasting cycle and maintain regional reporting tools for accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate on projects including UAT, issue resolution, and solution implementation with Market FP&A.
• Responsible for BAU and ad-hoc reporting of APAC financial performance to senior management.
• Participate in month-end close, review and prep journals for regionally managed processes.
• Contribute to annual budgeting and 5-year strategic planning, including PowerPoint templates.
• Identify process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Address stakeholder inquiries with clear communication and timely resolution.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Excel Proficiency

Data Interpretation

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Reporting Tools

Tools

IBM Planning Analytics - TM1

PeopleSoft

Job description

This role is an integral part of a Financeteam responsible for the reporting, forecasting, and analysis of financial and management results for the APAC region. It offers a stimulating blend of challenging and engaging work within a collaborative and high-performing environment, providing broad exposure to multiple business units. The position presents excellent opportunities for professional growth and cross-functional collaboration, enabling the development of deep insights into regional business performance and strategic decision-making.

• Prepare clear, insightful commentaries on financial variances, articulating the underlying business drivers for reporting to regional stakeholders & Head Office.
• Compile market submissions and conduct thorough reviews to ensure completeness and accuracy. Maintain and monitor tracking for deadlines, proactively communicating with country teams to ensure timely submission and adherence to reporting deadlines.
• Provide essential support for the monthly forecasting cycle, including the execution and updating of regionally managed processes. Actively participate in the maintenance and optimization of management reporting tools to ensure accuracy, consistency, and efficiency in financial data related to these processes.
• Collaborate closely with the team on various projects (eg. system related enhancements etc.), including active participation in User Acceptance Testing (UAT), identifying and troubleshooting issues, supporting the implementation of solutions, and maintaining effective communication with Market FP&A teams to ensure successful project delivery and alignment with business objectives.
• Responsible for BAU and adhoc reporting of APAC financial performance to senior management.
• Participate actively in the month-end closing process, taking ownership of regionally managed processes (including review & prep of journals) to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely financial reporting.
• Keen involvement in annual budgeting process & 5-year strategic planning exercise. Prepare budget reports, PowerPoint presentations, and related templates for distribution to market teams. Support and facilitate the preparation of standardized templates for PowerPoint deck submissions to Head Office.
• Involved in process improvement by identifying, analyzing, and implementing initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness across the organization
• Provide timely and effective support to the team by addressing stakeholder inquiries, ensuring clear communication and prompt resolution of issues and other ad hoc tasks

Qualifications

Skills

• Financial Analysis:Strong ability to analyze financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and variances.
• Excel Proficiency:Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
• Reporting Tools:Experience with financial reporting systems (IBM Planning Analytics - TM1 & Peoplesoft)
• Data Interpretation:Ability to interpret complex financial data and present actionable insights.
• Attention to Detail:High level of accuracy in financial calculations and reporting.
• Problem-Solving:Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to identify issues and recommend solutions.

Experience

• Finance Planning and Analyses Background:5-7 years of relevant experience
• Industry Knowledge:Experience in the insurance or financial services industry is a plus.
• Month-End Closing:Involvement in month-end close processes, including journal preparation and review.
• Budgeting & Forecasting:Hands-on experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Project Participation:Experience participating in system implementations, UAT, and process improvement projects.

Qualities

• Proactive Attitude:Self-motivated with a positive, can-do approach to challenges.
• Multitasking:Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.
• Team Player:Strong orientation to teamwork and collaboration across departments.
• Communication:Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to explain financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.
• Interpersonal Skills:Builds effective relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Continuous Learner:Willingness to learn and adapt to new tools, processes, and industry developments.
• Integrity:Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates professionalism in all interactions.

Job Info

• Job Identification 35614
• Job Schedule Full time
• Regular or Temporary Regular
• Job Category Forecasting, Planning and Analysis
• Legal Employer Chubb Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd.