Critical Tasks and Expected Contributions/Results:
Completion of Phase 2 and 3 of NBB Finance Controls Framework Documentation Project.
Responsible for ongoing maintenance of NBB Finance Controls Framework Documentation (post-Project).
Responsible for the accounting for the LHB business (GAAP/IFRS 4):
Monthly closing of accounts in Oracle including posting of manual journals
Preparation of monthly and adhoc journals including supporting documentation
Maintenance of LHB memberwise report for UPR and DAC computation
Monthly balance sheet reconciliations for all accounts in line with US SOX requirements
Responsible for the preparation of the IFRS 17 accounts:
Monthly IFRS 17 runs (including preparation of data files) and data / output validations
Reconciliations between IFRS 4 trial balance (Oracle IFRS ledger) to IFRS 17 trial balance (FastPost)
Responsible for the preparation of LHB captive reinsurance statements, invoices and reconciliations
Complete quarterly and year end reporting exhibits to Head Office in line with timetable
Support in annual external audit
Review of manual processes to propose and implement changes to make them more efficient and reduce risk
Support the enhancements and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for LHB system and processes, to ensure that all accounting requirements are catered for
Supporting the wider finance team in various ad hoc projects
Key Challenges/Anticipated Changes in Environment:
Familiarity with finance reporting risk and controls documentation.
Ongoing enhancements of IFRS 17 systems and processes including data challenges
Manual LHB processes
Be able to juggle priorities and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
Be high degree of personal, high intellect, strong financial acumen; with professional integrity and be able to balance and apply accounting principles in a commercial setting
Developmental Value of Position:
Works well independently and takes ownership to influence team environment
Possess a deep hunger and willingness to experiment in order to learn and grow further
Dynamic individual with strong communication and interpersonal skills to productively interact with different colleagues
Experience/Knowledge, Education and Other Requirements:
Fully qualified accountant
External audit experience
Experience in SOX or similar financial reporting internal controls documentation is preferrable
Experience of monthly accounting close process in a fast-paced environment
Experience in insurance and within an international environment is preferable
Familiar with MAS regulatory reporting requirements
Focus on strong control environment and experience of balance sheet reconciliations
US GAAP knowledge is preferable
IFRS 17 knowledge is preferable
Able to work under pressure and meet key deadlines
Experience on Oracle or similar General Ledger packages
Strong excel and general PC skills are essential
Personal Competencies Required:
Team player who has a hands-on approach to achieving objectives with ability to motivate self and others
Results oriented individual with a drive for continuous improvement
Flexibility with the ability to prioritize work to ensure tight deadlines are met
Responsible individual who is used to dealing with people at all levels of the organization
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Attention to detail
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