Critical Tasks and Expected Contributions/Results:
Support the Accounting team in handling vendor payments and staff reimbursement
Review expense transactions to ensure they are correctly classified and accounted for in the General Ledger.
Support the month-end GL close process by ensuring monthly journals entries are prepared accurately and recorded on a timely basis.
Perform monthly reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts as assigned
Preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reports
Work with various stakeholders to investigate and resolve reconciliation issues identified.
Work closely with other team members to support insurance-related finance operational activities relating to premium and commissions
Support the Accounting Supervisor and wider finance team in various ad hoc projects.
Assist in other general day-to-day finance operations and control activities as required
Key Challenges/Anticipated Changes in Environment:
Working with cross functional teams in a global environment
Strong sense of ownership and willingness to move forward despite ambiguity
Ability to effectively problem-solve and collaborate with others to resolve issues
Developmental Value of Position:
Opportunity to work with colleagues across different functions and entities
Experience/Knowledge, Education and Other Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree majoring in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics/ Applied Mathematics or related field
Experience in Oracle accounting system would be advantageous but not essential
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook is a must
Personal Competencies Required:
Attention to details
High level of numeracy & accuracy
Sound insight in economic change, political threats, business opportunity / threats and internal strengths and weaknesses
Analytical and commercially aware
Able to multi-task and work under time pressure
Strong analytical skills
Good interpersonal skills
Good organizational skills
Adaptable
Self-motivated, responsible and holds self and others accountable to meet commitments
Operating effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear
Resourceful and independent
*The Management Associate role is a 2-year contract position, with the opportunity to transition into a permanent role upon successful completion of the 2-year contract.
About The Cigna Group
Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, is an advocate for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.