Total 6,819 Finance / Banking / Insurance job vacancies in D21 Upper Bukit Timah, Clementi Park, Ulu Pandan

Position

In a challenging and multicultural environment, we seek a Java Developer to join our Core Banking IT department which is in charge of developing and maintaining the International Back Office Cash Management System of CACIB. This information system is deployed in 25 business units all around the world. The system has multiple modules to manage reference data, commercial back office functions (payments, remittances, loans, deposits, guarantees, letters of credit …), accounting, management control and credit risk monitoring. The system caters to local regulatory reporting needs and head office reporting, based on a data warehouse.

The candidate will work to implement new solution for the cash management system of the bank, working in a team with BA, PM, tech Lead and co-developers.

Main responsibilities

· Study, evaluate, understand and provide feedback on functional specifications.

· Develop solutions following defined standards and high quality

· Provide detailed estimation for development of solutions

· Implement solutions using TDD

· Perform non-functional testing

· Perform design and code review for other team members

· Prepare documentation for design and implementation

· Enable and support functional and user acceptance testing

· Support applications in production - analyze and resolve issues as they arise

Qualifications and Profile

We have multiple positions for Java developers with junior, intermediate and senior profiles. At least 5 years in Java/J2EE development.

Technical skills

• Solution design using proven patterns, awareness of anti-patterns, performance tuning
• Java/J2EE, Spring, Spring MVC/Struts, Java script, JQuery
• Relational databases – Oracle
• No SQL DB – Cassandra, HBASE
• Build tool – Maven/Ant, UML, JMS/WebSphere MQ, Restful web services, Jenkins,
• Source management – SVN/GIT, TDD using Junit, DBUnit, Jira/QC.
• Application server – Jboss/Websphere/Weblogic
• Good to have : Knowledge of Apache Spark programming, Apache Kafka, and Hadoop management tools

Project methodology

• Understanding of corporate banking and cash management domain

Other Professional Skills and Mind-set

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Team spirit - Like explaining and sharing knowledge
• Awareness of various software development procedures
• Ability to follow defined procedures

Position

In a challenging and multicultural environment, we seek for a Business analyst/tester to join our Core Banking IT department in charge of the development and maintenance of the International Core Banking System of Credit Agricole CIB. This information system is deployed in 25 business units all around the world. The system has multiple modules to manage reference data, commercial back office functions (payments, remittances, loans, deposits, guarantees, letters of credit …), accounting, management control and credit risk monitoring. The system caters to local regulatory reporting needs and head office reporting, based on a data warehouse.

The candidate will be in charge of understanding the requirements and to test the payment system of the bank which is Global Pay Plus – Sevice Platform (GPP-SP) from Finastra (previously D&H). The role will focus primarily on testing the various evolutions of the in-house solution together with the payment engine (GPP-SP).

Main responsibilities

As a Functional Tester:

· Handle the core banking system’s and payment system’s various test phases : regression tests, integration tests, functional tests, test automation

· Good Knowledge and working experience of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC) and Defect Life Cycle.

· Define functional test scenarios for core banking and payment systems

· Overall responsible for ensuring User acceptance testing for all the streams.

· Maintain up to date test libraries (test scenarios, test cases)

· Working with SIT & UAT Testing Team, reviewing, testing scenarios, test cases and helping developers and testers in clearing their doubts about the requirements etc.

· Recording defects utilizing defect tracking tool with priority and severity and alert the management

· Manage planning, communicate with stakeholders

· Prepare regular reports on test results

· Supporting the business users for User Acceptance Testing

· Supporting Operations team / Business Users team to complete the testing

· Managing testing at times when required and found the issues / testing not closing or moving as expected

· Lead Defect Management related actives

Qualifications and Profile

The position requires a minimum of 3 years relevant business analyst/tester experience with Payment systems and Core Banking applications.

Functional

· Good knowledge in Payment area like interaction with Clearing, payment file format ISO20022, SEPA and SWIFT. Hands-on experience with such data mapping and testing.

· Hands on experience on payment systems and exposure to Payments Hub, Clearing and Settlement, Automated clearing house programs and channels.

· Extensive knowledge on various kinds of payment products such as TT, RTGS, LVP, Payroll, Cheque, DD, Cashier Order, Mass & Bulk payments.

· Proficient in User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Functional & System Integration testing of banking and financial applications

· Experience in following areas is a plus: Retail Banking, Wholesale & Corporate Banking, Corporate commercial Payments, International & Domestic Payments, Payment Hub/Factory, Correspondent Banking, ACH, Real Time Payments, Cash & Liquidity Management, Compliance/AML, FX, Messaging (Swift and ISO) & Trade Finance

Technical

· Hands on experience on testing methodologies

· Working knowledge of ALM/QC/JIRA

Other Professional Skills and Mindset

· Work on complex systems and a challenging international work environment

· Knowledge of all phases of IT system development and implementation life cycle

· Highly analytic and detail oriented in approach with Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience converting highly complex information into clear, concise documentation.

· Strong analytic skills

· Capable to effectively interact with multiple stakeholders

· Strives to deliver the solution in the most effective and timely manner

· Proactive with excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

· Team spirit - Like explain and share knowledge

· Hands on and versatile

· As part of an integrated organization across 3 main sites (Paris, SQY, Singapore), be able to forge close relationships with program director, others team leads, architecture functions and quality assurance teams. It could be a limited travel aspect for this role.

Purpose

Contributes to the overall success of the Payment Processing & Support Team (PPST) / GBM - Asia & Pacific Region in Singapore and the Asia & Pacific Region ensuring specific individual goals, plans, initiatives are executed / delivered in support of the team’s business strategies and objectives. Ensures all activities conducted are in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies and procedures.

Accountabilities

• Champions a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge.
• Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
• Actively pursues effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas in accordance with Scotiabank’s Values, its Code of Conduct and the Global Sales Principles, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions and conduct risk.
• Champions a high performance environment and implements a people strategy that attracts, retains, develops and motivates their team by fostering an inclusive work environment; communicating vison/values/business strategy and managing succession and development planning for the team.
• Recording and processing of payments on a timely and accurate basis:
• Ensuring invoices and receipts are attached thereto and transactions are properly authorized before payment.
• Issuing of cheques or through payments by SWIFT or GIRO for BNSS and BNSAL direct expenses.
• Ensuring accounting entries are posted timely and accurately into the Bankmaster Plus (BM+).
• Ensuring proper recording of GST component.
  
• Providing administrative support to HR department:
• Posting and verification of HR department’s accounting entries into BM+
• Accurate and timely recording of staff benefits and staff related expenses to assist Singapore HR in expatriates’ income tax reporting and to assist business units in Singapore in their respective expenses reporting and monitoring.
• Process quarterly TSA fee billing and monthly expenses closing for :Monthly/ quarterly expenses reimbursement/ closing for PRO, EO, and other branches / units, including follow up to ensure payments are received promptly. This includes the supporting of regional staff cost allocation and payments.
  
• Prepare nostro accounts charges and overdraft interest charges for input into the BM+.
• Perform reconciliation of cheque engraved form.
• Other administrative tasks assigned, whenever required

Experience/Other Information

• Working experience in Accounts Payable/Payment Processing and/or Nostro reconciliation functions in a Bank. Fresh graduate with strong credentials would be considered as well.
• Proficient in MS Office and especially in MS Excel and MS Words.
• Good knowledge of payment processing.
• Good knowledge of nostro accounts reconciliation.
• A team player and good skill in time management.
• Minimum GCE A Level

The Company

Our client, a company in the advertising sector, is currently seeking a Finance Executive to join their dynamic team.

The Role

The role involves overseeing accounting and reporting for the holding company in Asia, including managing full sets of accounts, month-end closing, and statutory accounts. Responsibilities also include handling debit/credit notes, processing staff claims and suppliers' invoices, reviewing timesheets, preparing management fee recharges, and maintaining monthly expense schedules, fixed asset registers, and bank reconciliations. Additionally, the position involves treasury reporting, preparing tax returns, assisting with withholding tax matters, conducting variance analyses, and reporting to HQ. The role also entails reconciling inter-company balances, coordinating with external auditors for statutory audits, liaising with related parties for management fee settlements, collaborating with tax advisers for tax computations, supporting budgeting and reforecasting processes, and assisting with accounting-related tasks and ad-hoc assignments as needed.

Your Profile

You should possess at least a Diploma in Accountancy / ACCA or equivalent, with prior experience in performing full sets of accounts. You are expected to have good communication skills with the ability to communicate internally with team members as well as externally with vendors.

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Robert Half International Pte Ltd. Co. Registration no.: 200612189E | EA Licence no.: 07C5595 | Tan Yee Le (Elise) EA Registration no.: R1330020

Job Description

1. Assist in preparing of financial statements, reports, and forecasts.
2. Assist in drafting budgets, income statements, balance sheets & cash flow.
3. Assist in gathering data and providing necessary support during preparation of tax return. Coordinate with tax agent and review tax returns.
4. Supervising month-end closing processes.
5. Managing daily financial and accounting transactions, including cash management, receivables, payables, banking, and foreign exchange.
6. Monitoring cash flow requirements.
7. Performing monthly reconciliations for accounts, including banks and sub-ledger.

Job Requirement

1. Bachelor’s degree in accounting
2. 3 years experience in accounting role
3. Knowledge Required:
a. A good understanding of financial management, especially statutory requirements.
b. Familiar with tax laws, accounting standards, and audits.
4. Skills Required:
a. Analytical thinking with strong investigative and problem-solving skills.
b. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
c. Able to work in a team as well as independently
5. Computer Proficiency:
a. SAP
b. Microsoft Excel
c. Microsoft Powerpoint

Interested applicants pls send in a copy of your resume with your current, expected salaries and availability in Microsoft Word format to Low See Wei (R1551122) for immediate processing.

Kindly indicate in your email subject title as "Job Application for 18999 FINANCE & ACCOUNTING SENIOR EXECUTIVE (South Area) SW228"

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We are seeking highly-motivated individuals with professional experience to join our team as Assistant Manager / Manager, Finance.

ERGO Insurance Pte. Ltd. is a registered general insurer regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore. We are a wholly owned Singapore subsidiary of ERGO Group AG, one of the major insurance groups in Germany and Europe, and we are the primary insurance arm of Munich Re, one of the leading reinsurers and risk carriers worldwide.

www.ergo.com.sg

There are countless good reasons to pick ERGO as an Employer.

No matter where you are in your career, we offer various development opportunities in all departments at all levels.

You’ll experience a fair and open-minded culture where every employee is trusted and valued.

We support you on your career path. Professional development is a central part of our philosophy: we give all our staff the opportunity to develop, both personally and professionally.

If you have a strong passion to succeed and aspire to join a company that can offer you an interesting and diverse career, we look forward to meeting you!

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will possess the following experience, knowledge and skills:

• 4 to 8 years of experience in similar capacity within insurance industry
• Degree / Diploma in Accounting / Finance
• Professional accounting qualification preferred

Job description

The successful applicant will:

• Handling month end closing processes including preparation of journal entries
• Preparation of bank reconciliations and various balance sheet schedules
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of management reporting and statutory reporting
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of MAS and GST returns
• Review and reconcile intercompany transactions
• Managing audit timeline
• First level SunGL support
• Chart of account maintenance.
• Perform system UAT as and when required
• Verify data patch as and when required
• Identify opportunities and implement areas for improvements on various Finance processes to ensure process efficiency
• Assist in implementing department initiatives
• Assist in handling tax matters including IRAS queries on ACAP
• Provides business unit support in understanding and using financial information and resolving finance-related issues
• Back up duties of AVP – Accounting and Tax / Operations
• Any other duties from time to time as assigned by Management or HOD

Contact : [email protected]

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform detailed credit & rating review with analysis for new & existing loan portfolios (both local & overseas)
• Detailed loan synopsis to make recommendations for loan acceptance/ rejection
• Perform loan portfolio analysis, industry analysis & market comparison studies
• Work closely with major stakeholders to ensure that day to day risk management issues are handled & addressed appropriately
• Mentor & guide junior credit analysts
• Lead the Credit Department to ensure timely execution of loan contracts, accurate update of contract information into the system,
• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering/ Business/ Finance/ Accountancy with at least 8-10 years relevant experience, preferably in a supervisory capacity in credit risk analysis
• Business-minded, able to balance between risk & commercial requirements
• Has a personal interest in financial markets & analysis; able to digest financial statements to form an informed analysis of an entity’s financial health
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin
• Proficient in reading and comprehension of English and Mandarin business documents

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the supervision and resource planning of the Credit Review Group(CRG).
• Provide guidance and further enhance the overall capability of CRG.
• Management reporting on CRG’s activities in a timely manner.
• Support Co-Heads of IADAP on the reporting of CRG’s activities to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the planning group and other relevant groups to enhance the efficiency and quality of the internal processes.
• Support various requests from IAD Tokyo.
• Make audit plans annually for the credit reviews in accordance to the risk assessment in APAC region.
• Cascade the credit review plans to CRG members and ensure deliverables are completed according to planned timeline.
• Supervise CRG members to follow-up on open issues identified and conduct validation review on remediation actions taken by auditee in accordance with CRG recommendations and address BUs’ concerns accordingly.
• Travel within APAC region is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accountancy/Banking, Business Studies/Administration/Management or equivalent.
• 10-15 years’ experience in the areas of credit risk analysis, credit approval and/or credit review function. Audit experience in a leadership capacity would be an added advantage.
• Excellent and extensive knowledge in credit risk analysis, financial analysis/projections and credit rating models across Large Corporates, Structured Real Estate finance, Project Finance, Securitization, LBO and/or Banks/Non-Banks Financial Institutions.
• General knowledge in Retail and Islamic Finance would be an added advantage.
• Strong ability and confidence to lead the group members effectively with demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Good writing and communication skills. Proficiency in both English and Japanese is highly preferred to present and communicate with senior stakeholders at Japan Head Office.
• Experience in Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and Powerpoint. Added advantage for knowledge/experience in programming applications e.g. Power BI, Python.

Role Title: Senior Infrastructure Technical Lead (12 months contract)

Role location: Singapore Based

How will I help?

As the Senior Infrastructure Technical Lead, you will be responsible for the monitoring, investigation and resolution of live service issues including day-to-day networking tasks across the Westpac Asia Network.

You will also be responsible for:

• Daily operations of technology infrastructure
• Successfully identifying and resolving complex issues in a timely manner working with 3rd Party vendors when required.
• Proactively examining the network and providing recommendations to enhance as part of BAU
• Updating Network Documentation
• Operational Acceptance of Network projects upon completion
• Accountable for designing, planning and implementing various infrastructure solutions for Asia
• Ensure that as the technology footprint increases in Asia, the tools and procedures for environment remains stable, controls in place and efficient.
• Monitoring Systems Health and proactive problem resolution
• Training of Junior members of staff.
• Complying with rigid Change and Incident management procedures

What’s in it for me?

The Senior Infrastructure Technical Lead, will be critical in developing, documenting and implementing architecture standards and strategies for Asia's technology infrastructure.

You will have access to a comprehensive range of Westpac benefits including flexibility and various leave entitlements.

What do I need?

Technical skills:

• 10 years+ Networking experience. Have advanced knowledge of Juniper SRX, SSG & Checkpoint Firewalls.
• Cisco routing and switching platforms: Nexus 5K, 2K, Cisco 4500, 3850, 29xx, F5 Load Balancers (LTM, GTM, APN, iRules)
• Knowledge of various Network Protocols and Technologies (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, VRFs)
• Experience in designing infrastructure to meet the performance requirements of the application based on the data collected from the legacy system and model for the future grow.
• Familiar with ITIL/change management processes

Desirable skills

• Ability to quickly learn existing complex systems infrastructure
• Knowledge of Avaya IPO, IPC Unigy Platforms
• Problem Solving: Finding relevant information and identifying key issues and relationships from a base of information; relating and comparing data from different sources; identifying cause-effect relationships.
• Third Party Management: Managing suppliers to get the best business results.
• Written Communication: Clearly convey information and ideas through the written word.

What’s it like to work here?

When you join, you’ll become part of the broader Westpac Group family – where we aim to be a friendly, switched-on team working for a single purpose - Creating Better Futures Together – it’s what we do, who we are and why we come to work every day. As an equal opportunity employer, we’re proud to have created a culture where people can be their best, in an environment that values diversity and flexibility. Within the Westpac Group, you will be part of the Institutional Banking division, where our vision is to be a high performing and innovative institutional bank, committed to enabling the growth of our global clients, our economy, and delivering sustainable shareholder returns.

We are seeking for dynamic professionals to join our claims team in our corporate managed Healthcare business.

What You'll Be Doing

• Provide accurate and efficient adjudication of claims, validation, pre-authorisation of applications and LOG issuance to meet operational and SLA targets.
• Conduct regular review of current claims processes and working with internal stakeholders on developing new and improved processes to improve efficiency and overall claims experience.
• Manage escalations and stakeholder relations.
• Being a champion for change as well as providing on-going training and development for effective claims management.
• Liaise with the Insurance Company to verify exceptions as well as to resolve any complaints.
• Conduct analysis, prepare periodic reports and presentation when required.

What We Are Looking for

• Strong technical understanding of the claims process for medical claims, preferable in a Third-Party Administrator/Managed Healthcare environment.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisational skills and exceptional eye for details.
• Passionate about driving change to improve business outcomes.
• Exceptional communication skills and stakeholder management skills.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted applicants will be notified for an interview.

To learn more about our Organization, please visit https://alliancehealthcare.com.sg.

Responsibilities:

· Handle confidential finance matters and budget preparation of the company

· Prepare periodic and ad-hoc department financial reports

· Prepare commission payouts involving verification and processing of statements - timely and accurate data entry is essential

· Prepare tax invoices and monthly payments

· Maintain cash book and bank reconciliations

· Tabulate monthly and quarterly account management fee

· Liaise with Private Banks and Financial Institutions for reports and payments

· Prepare and submit MAS Quarterly Report

· Attend to audit, income tax and indirect tax matters

· Ensure that all accounting work complies with the management and regulatory requirements

· Maintain complete sets of accounts by relevant accounting standards

· Assist in the functions of the Group Finance department, supporting the department in ad hoc accounting duties as assigned

Requirements:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

· Minimum 2 years of relevant experience

· Possess a strong aptitude for problem-solving

· Effective organisational and communication skills

· Resourceful and innovative, analytical and meticulous, able to work independently

· Proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Microsoft Excel (e.g. pivot tables, v-lookup)

· Experience in Quickbooks is an advantage

· Location: Raffles Place

· 5 days work week, 9am to 6pm

· Basic Salary: up to $5500

· 9 months contract (June/July 2024 to March 2025)

Requirements:

· Perform Monthly management accounts closing and prepare appropriate financial statement at quarter and year end

· Prepare monthly Finance Trade book PnL and balance sheet schedules

· Prepare Inventory reconciliation

· Posting internal AR/AP Transactions

· Prepare government surveys and other ad hoc duties.

· Maintain accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures

· Prepare and coordinate financial schedules for Quarter and year end Audit

· Documentation of processes and review of existing processes for enhancement.

· Provide support to senior management on cost and revenue analysis, key performing indicators and trend analysis

· Liaise directly with HQ (ATC) on submission of key performance reports

· Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree preferred in Accounting, Finance or related field

· Minimum 5 years’ of prior Accounting or Finance experience in a trading environment

· Prior audit experience in Big 4 is preferred

· Some tax knowledge is a plus

· Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles GAAP

· Proficient in MS Excel, vlookup, SAP is a must

· Good team player with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team

· Able to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines

· Meticulous and a strong team player

· Need to commit to work on some weekends and after office hours

All Successful candidates can expect a very competitive remuneration package and a comprehensive range of benefits

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Alternatively, you may wish to email your resume in a detailed Word format to [email protected]

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified

People Profilers Pte Ltd, 20 Cecil Street, #08-09 PLUS Building, Singapore 049705

Tel: 6950 9748

http://www.peopleprofilers.com

[email protected]

Consultant in charge: So Boon Shyen, Debbie

EA Licence Number: 02C4944

Registration Number: R1111376

JOB DESCRIPTION

Support Trading Department (Front Office) in handling internal applications, paperwork, and processes related to the administration of our customers’ or counterparties’ credit lines. This includes, but not limited to:

- Conducting background checks on the counterpart companies (collect and check parent company information);

- Inputting data into the credit system and ensuring follow-up (create credit lines for new customers; process renewal for 500-600 existing customers per year, familiar with commodity type and credit line amount in various currencies); use of specialize systems such as uCas, SAP for data input;

- Perform analysis and interpretations of customers’ data and information (collect / analyze customers’ financial data/annual reports and shareholder structures for listed companies using complex spreadsheets).

- Interacting and communicating with Traders and back-office staff internally, as well as with different business units in HQ; attend weekly meeting to keep up with the market and trading environment;

- Engaging in interactions and communications with the counterpart companies for Know Your Customer (KYC) purposes;

Additionally, support the Chief Operating Officer for office administration work related to the Front Office.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

· Good degree from a recognized University;

· Possess at least 7 years of working experience, which includes relevant working experience in trading business (energy commodities experience is preferred, but other relevant commodities experience will also be considered);

· High level of awareness in compliance and internal control;

· Basic management, financial, credit and accounting knowledge of energy trading business;

· Excellent English skills, with the ability to logically comprehend a written document, and ability to write formal business correspondences for communication with clients (Japanese/International/local) and other Mitsui Group offices (i.e. Tokyo and other offices in the network). Knowledge of Japanese language will be highly advantageous.

· Good inter-personal skills for internal and external communication.

· Can-do attitude, with the willingness to learn and willingness to work hard to create value, due to international nature of the business.

· Excellent skills in MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Willingness to learn new digital tools.

Senior Quantity Surveyor

• Working Days: 5 Day A Week (Monday – Friday)
• Working Hours: 8:30am -5:30pm
• City Hall
• $4000 - $4800

Requirements:

• Min Degree / Diploma in QS or its equivalent
• Above 5 years with Experience in A & A works tender preferred.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Able to Perform Leaderships and Training to AE team
• Constructive Suggestions to Superiors with Solutions to Problems
• Able to communicate with Staffs and leading with guidance to avoid misunderstanding throughout tender process
• Responsible to All Tender Costing before presented to Superiors for Management meeting
• Attend and Responsive to All Tender submission and Tender Interview and Post Tender Addendums
• Basic QS job scope (e.g. Measurement and Calling Quotation)

Chew Xing Shan Reg No: R22107044

The Supreme HR Advisory Pte Ltd EA No: 14C7279

WhatsApp: +65 83592812 [Shannon]

Payments Liquidity Impact Program Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Provide PM/ BA support for global payments related project, focusing on identification & documentation of regional payments activities.
• Perform root cause analysis of payment related Operational Risk Events and how these will be resolved through identified solutions, identifying any gaps requiring further solutioning.
• Support Ops SME’s in determining key business requirements for identification of payments flows. Identifying and documenting key data elements within processing systems to enable rules based controls to be set for management of large and anomalous payments.
• Deliver business requirements, prepare testing plans and execute/oversee testing and development of associated project artifacts as required for deliverables.
• Day-to-day management of individual project responsibilities including milestone setting, task and actions management, co-ordination, and execution of plan within required timelines and to stakeholder quality expectations.
• Support and manage business ad-hoc queries and requirements.
• Foster and maintain relationships with business and technology stakeholders and support engagement in working groups, steercos, and workshops where required.
• Identify key project risks, whether stated or not, and manage to resolution or escalate accordingly.
• Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy and can operate with a limited level of direct supervision.
• Requires attention to detail when making judgments and recommendations based on the analysis of factual information.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

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Qualifications/ Skills:

• 6-10 years’ experience
• Track record as a Business Analyst/ Program manager within the Financial Services/Investment Banking industry.
• Knowledge of Markets Operations businesses/ functions is required. Knowledge & understanding of payments workflows and controls beneficial.
• Ability to work independently, multi-task, have great attention to detail and take ownership of various parts of a project or initiative.
• Able to lead conference calls and produce meeting agendas, materials, and minutes.
• Have experience of leading User Acceptance Testing (UAT) projects, including overseeing the development & implementation of the UAT test plan, scripts and tools using the detailed functional requirements document.
• Must be extremely organized, motivated and a self-starter.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task is key.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to clearly document findings and put together proposals for solutions.
• Excellent Excel, Powerpoint and process mapping skillsets required.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment under tight contractual deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate to a range of audiences and facilitate discussions.
• Willingness to ask questions, challenge the process and seek out answers.

Interested candidates may apply through the application system. We regret to inform only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

EA License No. 01C4394 • RCB No. 200007268E •Derrick Tiew Yong Han EA Registration No. R1877971

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JOB SUMMARY

The Internal Auditor assists the Head of Internal Audit Asia Pacific to achieve the goals and objectives of Internal Audit department, including participating in the implementation of annual audit plan as well as any other assigned and delegated duties. He/She executes internal audit engagements in accordance with audit procedures and applicable frameworks on governance, risk management and control.

The Internal Auditor supports the team in providing advice and business insights to the organisation by identifying opportunities and making recommendations for change. He documents organisation's internal controls and business processes, and makes recommendations for changes to the organisation's internal controls and business processes. He should remain updated on professional competence standards.

The Internal Auditor demonstrates capability to carry out assignments with professionalism, initiatives, team spirit, minimum errors and good project/time management skills. He is meticulous and dependable in executing his work. He exercises due professional care in his work.

Key Tasks / Main Responsibilities

Provide independent and objective assurance

• Execute internal audit engagements in accordance with audit procedures and applicable frameworks on governance, risk management and control
• Provide proactive update of the audit progress
• Escalate potential audit concerns/ issues/ matters/ delays with adequate justification and proposed solutions to the Head of Internal Audit in a timely manner
• Maintain a good quality audit documentation (e.g. planning memo, work-papers, reports, quality assurance etc.) with adequate references to the supporting test documents
• Present the issues/recommendations in a concise manner; audit issues are correctly analysed with controls breakdown, root causes and risk implications clearly documented and understood by auditees
• Identify risk of threats to independence
• Document organisation's internal controls and business processes
• Recommend changes to the organisation's internal controls and business processes
• Identify design and control gaps
• Review internal control frameworks
• Oversee the review of cyber security threats and impact of infocomm technology (IT)
• Recommend actions to address IT risks, security and data privacy

Enhance and protect organisational value by providing advice and insight

• Support the team in providing advice and business insights to the organisation by identifying opportunities and making recommendations for change
• Assist in reviewing business insights to focus on value-added opportunities or high-risk areas
• Demonstrate good analysis in understanding processes/issues
• Be able to manage auditees when discussing audit findings/recommendations through achieving a good balance between assertiveness and open-mindedness

Conform with professional standards

• Uphold professional standards
• Execute internal audit engagements in accordance with the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) Act in accordance with The Institute of Internal Auditors' (IIA) Code of Ethics

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Banking and Finance or Accounting related.
• Professional Qualifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Internal Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA) will be an advantage.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant working experience.
• Good report writing, communication and interpersonal skills is necessary.
• Able to work in a team as well as independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Powerpoint and Excel).

Payments Liquidity Impact Program Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Provide PM/ BA support for global payments related project, focusing on identification & documentation of regional payments activities.
• Perform root cause analysis of payment related Operational Risk Events and how these will be resolved through identified solutions, identifying any gaps requiring further solutioning.
• Support Ops SME’s in determining key business requirements for identification of payments flows. Identifying and documenting key data elements within processing systems to enable rules based controls to be set for management of large and anomalous payments.
• Deliver business requirements, prepare testing plans and execute/oversee testing and development of associated project artifacts as required for deliverables.
• Day-to-day management of individual project responsibilities including milestone setting, task and actions management, co-ordination, and execution of plan within required timelines and to stakeholder quality expectations.
• Support and manage business ad-hoc queries and requirements.
• Foster and maintain relationships with business and technology stakeholders and support engagement in working groups, steercos, and workshops where required.
• Identify key project risks, whether stated or not, and manage to resolution or escalate accordingly.
• Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy and can operate with a limited level of direct supervision.
• Requires attention to detail when making judgments and recommendations based on the analysis of factual information.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

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Qualifications/ Skills:

• More than 10 years’ experience
• Track record as a Business Analyst/ Program manager within the Financial Services/Investment Banking industry.
• Knowledge of Markets Operations businesses/ functions is required. Knowledge & understanding of payments workflows and controls beneficial.
• Ability to work independently, multi-task, have great attention to detail and take ownership of various parts of a project or initiative.
• Able to lead conference calls and produce meeting agendas, materials, and minutes.
• Have experience of leading User Acceptance Testing (UAT) projects, including overseeing the development & implementation of the UAT test plan, scripts and tools using the detailed functional requirements document.
• Must be extremely organized, motivated and a self-starter.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task is key.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to clearly document findings and put together proposals for solutions.
• Excellent Excel, Powerpoint and process mapping skillsets required.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment under tight contractual deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate to a range of audiences and facilitate discussions.
• Willingness to ask questions, challenge the process and seek out answers.

Interested candidates may apply through the application system. We regret to inform only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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As an Associate Aviation Finance, you will have a key role in promoting and expanding our Aviation Finance (AF) business in the Asia Pacific region, excluding Japan. You will also be responsible for supporting the AF team in operational, research, and auxiliary functions.

Job Responsibilities include:

Strategic Initiatives:

• Assist the AF team with deal origination and execution, cooperating closely with the relevant MUFG branches and divisions.
• Prepare and update internal reports related to AF transactions.
• Conduct borrower ratings and credit analysis for existing or potential clients.
• Source and share market information on AF’s clients, investors, financial partners, and other market participants with GAFO.

Financial Tasks:

• Support the AF team in deal origination and execution, working closely with respective MUFG branches and other divisions to achieve team profit targets and meet key performance indicators.

Customer Engagement:

• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and potential AF clients with a view towards originating mandates to lead debt issuance. This includes arrangements with clients for various financing methods such as warehouse financings, portfolio financings, PDP financing, ABS-type transactions, JOLCO financing, and airline structured bonds (EETC private/public).

Team Engagement:

• Provide guidance and transfer knowledge to junior team members.
• Collaborate with various departments and work with GAFO as a cohesive global aviation team.

Risk & Control:

• Ensure transactions risk profile align with the Bank's risk criteria and provide analysis and assessment of transactional risks, obtaining necessary credit approvals.
• Monitor and ensure credit compliance for executed transactions not yet transferred to SFD-AF-PM.
• Adhere to pertinent MAS regulations and MUFG group policies.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum Degree holder
• Min 2 years of experience within the banking industry, accounting, consultancy firms, or a similar sector.
• Experience with banking processes
• Good knowledge of legal principles, particularly those pertaining to the documentation of aircraft finance transactions.
• Good analytical and credit skills, including the ability to perform detailed financial analysis.
• Strong business acumen with a keen sense of identifying deal-closing opportunities.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English is required to communicate effectively with colleagues and clients to coordinate processes, as English is the primary means of communicating instructions.
• The successful candidate will also be self-motivated, an excellent team player, customer-focused, and able to work independently

We regret to inform that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Job ID: 10062987

Jobs Responsibilities

• Provide frequent and timely research insights on macro-economy and prioritize follow-up on their inquiries as there are new company, macroeconomic, geopolitical developments.

• Stay abreast of financial market trends, economic indicators, and industry developments.

• Monitor and analyze industries and markets to source for suitable investment opportunities and timely provide expert advice on investment recommendations and articulate investment thesis, risks, and payoff for each recommendation， especially Hong Kong and US market.

• Handle global company and sector research to contribute to the decision to stock selection and portfolio construction.

• Provide opinions on the outlook for equities pertaining to existing and potential investment portfolios which includes providing key and pertinent market drivers from top-down and bottom-up perspectives.

• Produce detailed analysis reports for each stock or fixed income covered and regularly update their recommendations for internal use.

• Provide weekly analysis summaries for high-conviction stock for all sectors.

• Pro-actively contribute to the investment process to both reduce transaction costs and identify alpha opportunities. Gather and disseminate market, sector, and product information to provide actionable investment ideas and implementation strategies.

• Any relevant ad hoc duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Degree in business/economics, finance or accounting or related professional qualification, with relevant years of experience from financial/ investment/assets management industry.

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in investment analysis, investment management, risk management involving Hong Kong and US markets is required.

• Strong analytical skills with a deep understanding of macroeconomic factors.

• Excellent knowledge in global company and sector analysis and proficiency in formulating and executing investment strategies.

• Independent and critical thinker with exceptional analytical ability

• Strong communication skills (oral and written) in Mandarin and English (to liaise with Chinese-speaking boss)

• Support finance and accounts when needed.

Job Summary:

The Internal Audit Associate will participate in internal audit or risk management assignments in accordance with the International Professional Practices Framework from the Institute of Internal Auditors. He/ She may also assist in IT audit/ compliance audit/ agreed-upon procedures/ sustainability reporting/ special audits/ ad-hoc reviews as required by the management and/or audit committees of our clients. He/ She will report to the Internal Audit Senior or Manager.

The Internal Audit Associate will perform numerous responsibilities including the following:

• Assist in developing detailed objectives and work procedures for each project together with direct supervisor.
• Executes relevant internal audit or applicable procedures.
• Conducts interviews, reviews documents and prepares working papers.
• Identify, develop and document issues and recommendations.
• Perform government-related agreed-upon procedure engagement.
• Assist in enterprise risk management.
• Assist in risk consulting engagements.
• Assist in sustainability reporting engagements.
• Discusses key issues with appropriate process owners and management personnel.
• Pursues professional development opportunities, including internal and external training and professional association memberships, and shares information gained with co-workers.

Requirements:

• Degree in accounting, business management or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of current best practices, governance, risk management, internal control frameworks and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with software programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good communication skills.
• Self-starter who does not limit himself/ herself to self-made obstacles.
• Proficiency in English and Mandarin (to liaise with Mandarin-speaking associates regarding all audit compliance guidelines).
• High level of integrity.
• Willingness to travel extensively.
• Willingness to put in the individual effort to complete work on time.
• Ability for multitasking.
• prefer with min. 1 year of working experience in accounting, business management or equivalent field

Middle Office Department provides centralized services to Global Corporate & Investment Bank (GCIB) coverage and product teams to enable business growth and seamless client experience. The department comprises of a wide range of cross-functional teams including but not limited to: Client Service & Data Management, Credit & Account Management, Client Onboarding, KYC, Regional Reporting, and Agency.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist Agency Head of Department (HOD) in managing the various Agent Bank roles arising from mandated transactions.
• Be comfortable and confident in liaising with various stakeholders, ie. Borrower, Sponsors and Lenders.
• Coordinate discussions amongst stakeholders and advisers, eg. Lawyers, engineers.
• Review legal documentation and perform loan and interest roll-over calculations for the stakeholders.
• Be able to manage tasks with little assistance and resolve issues arising from portfolio of transactions independently.
• Coordinate with Operations for loan related payments.
• Work in partnership with various departments in the Bank to support delivering seamless transactions to the customer. Departments including but not limited to various product teams, Operations and Credit.
• Support HOD in internal controls and AIBD initiatives from time to time.
• Support in internal and external audits by coordinating activities for the department.
• Comply with relevant MAS regulations and applicable MUFG group policies.

Job Requirements:

• Degree qualified
• Degree in BBA, Accounting/Commerce or Law is preferred
• Good knowledge of industry standards relating to structured transactions and legal documentation required.
• Possess a good grasp of various financing structures (PF related is a plus) and excellent multi-tasking skills, with an eye for detail.
• Able to work under pressure on complex transactions and working towards multiple deadlines.
• Has a strong awareness of bank compliance and internal controls.
• Good familiarity with Word and Excel applications.
• A highly organized self-starter and strong team player that values team over individual goals
• Good communication, stakeholder management, and consensus building skills

For Analyst:

• Minimum 1 year of related or relevant experience in agency, legal documentation and/or loan administration
• Minimum 3 years of banking or related industry experience

For Associate:

• At least 5 years of related or relevant experience in agency, legal documentation and/or loan administration
• Minimum 5 years of banking or related industry experience

We regret to inform that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Job ID: 10063865

Job Responsibilities

As part of the Asia & Oceania Corporate Banking team, the staff will be supporting the regional business by taking part in the offshore booking transactions originated from regional offices.

· Handle the offshore booking deal by collaborating with control office overseas (RM) and internal stakeholders so as to complete the tasks within the agreed timelines;

· Coordinate any planning matters related to the offshore booking operation;

· Promote innovative deal for business opportunity expansion and to manage any project end-to-end smoothly up till implementation;

· Handling loan processes such as drawdown, rollover and repayment in system;

· Prepare and manage weekly/monthly reporting to management

Job Requirements

- 2-3 years of banking experience is beneficial, but open to any candidate who is motivated to learn the operations of corporate banking and to be involved in handling offshore transactions. Fresh Grads with interest in this area will also be considered.

- Strong Communication skill (writing and speaking in English) is required as our daily operation involves communicating with overseas business partners including relationship managers and middle/back offices of the Singapore branch. 　

We are seeking a dedicated Letter of Credit Executive to join a dynamic team at an International Trading House. You will play a crucial role in facilitating the import and export operations of letters of credit (LC) and ensuring seamless liaison between various stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the management and processing of letters of credit (LC) for import and export transactions.
• Review LC terms and conditions to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Liaise with banks, suppliers, and customers to resolve any discrepancies or issues related to LC documentation.
• Coordinate with internal departments such as procurement, sales, and logistics to facilitate LC-related activities.
• Monitor LC transactions throughout the lifecycle, from issuance to settlement, and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
• Assist in the development and implementation of procedures and controls to enhance LC processes.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimun 2 years of proven experience in trade finance, with a focus on letters of credit (LC).
• Strong understanding of international trade practices, banking regulations, and LC documentation.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency in English and Mandarin language required to work with China counterparts.

Middle Office Department provides centralized services to Global Corporate & Investment Bank (GCIB) coverage and product teams to enable business growth and seamless client experience. The department comprises of a wide range of cross-functional teams including but not limited to: Client Service & Data Management, Credit & Account Management, Client Onboarding, KYC, Regional Reporting, and Agency.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist Agency Head of Department (HOD) in managing the various Agent Bank roles arising from mandated transactions.
• Be comfortable and confident in liaising with various stakeholders, ie. Borrower, Sponsors and Lenders.
• Coordinate discussions amongst stakeholders and advisers, eg. Lawyers, engineers.
• Review legal documentation and perform loan and interest roll-over calculations for the stakeholders.
• Be able to manage tasks with little assistance and resolve issues arising from portfolio of transactions independently.
• Coordinate with Operations for loan related payments.
• Work in partnership with various departments in the Bank to support delivering seamless transactions to the customer. Departments including but not limited to various product teams, Operations and Credit.
• Support HOD in internal controls and AIBD initiatives from time to time.
• Support in internal and external audits by coordinating activities for the department.
• Comply with relevant MAS regulations and applicable MUFG group policies.

Job Requirements:

• Degree qualified
• Degree in BBA, Accounting/Commerce or Law is preferred
• Good knowledge of industry standards relating to structured transactions and legal documentation required.
• Possess a good grasp of various financing structures (PF related is a plus) and excellent multi-tasking skills, with an eye for detail.
• Able to work under pressure on complex transactions and working towards multiple deadlines.
• Has a strong awareness of bank compliance and internal controls.
• Good familiarity with Word and Excel applications.
• A highly organized self-starter and strong team player that values team over individual goals
• Good communication, stakeholder management, and consensus building skills

For Analyst:

• Minimum 1 year of related or relevant experience in agency, legal documentation and/or loan administration
• Minimum 3 years of banking or related industry experience

For Associate:

• At least 5 years of related or relevant experience in agency, legal documentation and/or loan administration
• Minimum 5 years of banking or related industry experience

We regret to inform that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Job ID: 10063865

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• Experience working in a global, dynamic environment or regional role.
• Strong influencing, persuasion, and leadership skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and ‘connect the dots’ yet be detail-oriented.
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