What you will do

• To work with APAC management, all APAC countries to deliver timely an effective operational risk framework and Internal Control Integrated Framework.
• Providing the consistent and reliable information management needs for a 360° view of operational risks and risk-related decision-making.
• Conducting risk assessments (Total Risk Profiling for APAC, deep dives, etc.) on Operational risks and analyses to identify risks and problems early to ensure that measures are defined and monitored. It includes reviews to evaluate the effectiveness of the organization's operational risk management practices.
• Overseeing Internal Controls (ICIF) in APAC, including timely implementation, attestation, and management testing at regional level, as well as facilitating the implementation across APAC countries and ensuring adequate reporting to management.
• Ensuring that the organization has effective operational risk governance structures and processes in place to support the implementation of operational risk management strategies and frameworks.
• Provide 2LOD review and challenge of regional and BUs implementation of operational risk frameworks and assurance activities; including but limited to third-party management, business resilience, IT security and data management, underwriting assurance etc.
• Identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational risks associated with the organization's processes, systems, and activities. It includes collaborating with other departments to ensure that operational risk is integrated into the organization's decision-making processes.
• Support reviewing and challenging the risk appetite and tolerance for areas of responsibility, including implementing risk mitigation strategies, and contingency plans to manage operational risks.
• Support developing and implementing operational risk management strategies and frameworks that are aligned with the organization's objectives and risk appetite.
• Compile high quality risk reports for Head of Risk Management APAC and management (e.g., Regional Risk & Control Committee)
• Supporting and monitoring of the implementation of the Group Risk Management Framework (e.g. Zurich Risk Policy, Strategic and Operational Risk Management, Internal Control System, Business Resilience)

What you bring

As APAC Head of Operational Risk, Internal Control and Reporting, you ideally have the following skills and qualifications:

• At least 10+ years of professional experience in the insurance industry
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (engineering, commerce, economics, finance). Postgraduate qualifications are highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of operational risk management principles, methodologies, and best practices. This includes knowledge of regulatory requirements, risk assessment and mitigation techniques, and risk reporting frameworks.
• Experience on third party management, IT, Cyber, Data protection, including related assurance (1-2-3 Lines of Defense, Compliance, Audit, Risk, or other internal control and governance function)
• Good knowledge of Insurance IT landscape (incl. related innovations and trends) is highly regarded.
• Demonstrated ability to work with senior leaders.
• Highly disciplined and strong focus on execution and delivery, showing strategic ability combined with sound operational skills, and an ability to support change, displaying both persistence and resilience.
• Able to manage ambiguity, different requirements, and challenging deadlines.
• Self-starter with the ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a great team, with a positive and can-do attitude
• Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• High service orientation and customer focus
• Demonstrated commitment to corporate values.
• Demonstrated ability in budgeting and project/program management.
• Data analytics and data visualization skills highly desirable
• Fluent oral and written English

Job Responsibilities:

• Formulate financial goals, policies, and operational procedures for the company and report to the general manager and board of directors as authorized.
• Improve the organizational structure of the company's financial system, define positions, clarify responsibilities, ensure financial accounting quality, reduce operational costs, streamline information flow, and enhance work efficiency.
• Describe the company's operational goals financially, providing a basis for management decisions, regularly review and assess operational risks, and take effective preventive measures.
• Enhance the internal financial management and audit system, lead the formulation of financial strategy, manage finances, and oversee internal controls.
• Coordinate with government departments (banks, industry and commerce, taxation, statistics, and audit) to protect the company's interests.
• Review financial statements, submit analyses and management reports, participate in investment project analysis and decision-making, track financial indicators, identify operational issues, and provide decision-making support.
• Ensure the efficient operation of the company's financial system, actively organize annual operating/budget planning, including capital and regular operations.
• Based on the company's actual operations, develop effective financing strategies, utilize various financial means, and maintain an optimal capital structure.
• Complete ad-hoc tasks assigned by the board of directors and the general manager.

The Requirements:

• Legalized to work in Singapore without work/employment visa sponsorship.
• Proficient in English and Mandarin to liaise with China's stakeholder and counterpart.
• Degree in accounting/business administration or related field with 4-5 years of accounting experience.
• Familiar with Microsoft Suite, Adobe Acrobat and other office software.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills, organized, resourceful and good problem-solving abilities.
• Able to coordinate and communicate with multiple stakeholders in a dynamic atmosphere and comfortable working in a startup company.

Job description

Business Insights/Decision Support/Communication

• Manage end-to-end supply chain accounting flow across (client's) trading entities, this includes responsive exception management to ensure reporting accuracy and control compliance.
• Partner with Global and/or Country Controlling and cross-functional teams including Tax, Customs, Supply Chain Operation teams to stand up new/changes in processes in support of product flow flexibility.
• Partner with Supply Chain Operations and/or Capability Teams in ensuring system data integrity for new/change process resolution to uphold control rigors.
• Responsible for SAP system validation on operations accounting related activities in support of business initiatives.
• Define relevant test scenarios and validate results within the set timeline. Provide inputs for informed decision on user acceptance.

Business Process Excellence

• Drive end-to-end process simplification and improvements, leveraging on automation covering Intercompany and Inventory activities and reporting.
• Responsible for building/maintaining relevant desk-top procedures in accordance with the established controls and policies.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of relevant accounting experiences, in large MNCs with Supply Chain Operations Accounting covering Inventory and Intercompany processes, controls and legal entity reporting.
• Bachelor degree in Accountancy, preferably with a Chartered Accountant or equivalent professional qualification.
• Good Knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS and SOX is necessary.
• Demonstrate good operational insights to ensure reporting compliance for Inventory, Intercompany Cross-charges.
• Hands-on experiences with SAP - Demonstrate good communication and influencing skills on complex accounting requirements.
• Ability to translate business requirements into operationalization with considerations for financial risks and controls across end-to-end processest.
• Ability to collaborate and partner effectively with multi-cultural business partners and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to navigate through ambiguity and move forward with aligned priorities.
• Good documentation skills with proficiency in PowerPoint and Visio. Experience with enabling tool solutions eg Blackline, Alteryx would be an added advantage.

EA Number: 11C4879

Location: Shenton

Responsibilities:

• Assist to compile RI signed slips into cover-note documents (similarly, for Addenda)
• Assist to track document progress in “Renewal Tracking” for network office using Asia GRU
• Assist to compile Contract Certainty numbers
• Assist to roll-over the following documents for the next renewal
• Final slip (include mid-year endorsements to slip)
• Market sheet (update any mid-year changes)
• Quote sheet
• Information Pack
• Update SA log for selected clients

Requirements:

• Proficient with Adobe Acrobat DC, MS Word/ Excel
• Comfortable working in a fast pace and interact with multiple stakeholders
• Attention to detail and able to plan/perform tasks with minimal supervision once the perimeters are advised and understood (especially in January we need to start off with preparing cover-note documents which is repetitive mostly but require attention to detail – we will ensure that the relevant details are available for the job to be performed but due to the high volume we will not be supervising every move once we are satisfied that it can be performed efficiently).
• Experience in policy processing and/or policy issuance will be an added advantage.

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PERSOLKELLY Singapore Pte Ltd • RCB No. 200007268E • EA License No. 01C4394• Reg. R23116141 Le Cong Thang

Roles & Responsibilities:-

1. Process accounts payable (AP) invoice.
2. Generate accounts receivable (AR) invoice in SAP.
3. Prepare payment voucher for AP payments.
4. Check GST and prepare GST quarterly submission.
5. Prepare monthly report (AP/AR sales and cost).
6. Internal control and process documentations.
7. Perform ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Requirements:-

1. Independent, meticulous and with positive attitude.
2. Accounting & Finance.
3. System knowledge such as Excel, Power BI, ERP system etc.
4. Able to commit 6 months (January to June 2024).

What we expect from you

1- At least 3 years experience as an accountant or auditor, preferable from one of the Big 4.

2- Experience with Netsuite, and preferably experience with implementation of Netsuite or other financial system

3- Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills

4- BS degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant subjects

5- Relevant international certification (e.g. ACCA, CFA, CIMA) is preferred

What you’ll do

1- Handle day to day financial operations as needed, including payables, receivables and reimbursements, including assisting with finance team in other countries / regions

2- Work with team on monthly, quarterly and annual closings and help with management reporting and statutory reporting preparation and representation

3- Keep up to date with new accounting practices, standards, regulatory requirements and industry best practices and update finance and accounting policies

4- Assist tax team on tax planning, tax computation and tax filings

5- Step into real business operations and liaise with other teams on contract terms, product specifics, new system UAT, etc.

6- Liaise with external auditors and internal auditors on audit matters and implementation of any changes advised

7- Other ad hoc duties as and when required