Job Description

At AIA we\'ve started an exciting movement to create a healthier, more sustainable future for everyone. If you believe in developing a better tomorrow, read on. About the Role Reporting to Manager - Investment Accounting Project & Governance, this position is accountable for Investment Accounting operations, provision and delivery of Investment Accounting related services to AIA entities in accordance with applicable accounting & regulatory policies, standards and guidelines relating to IFRS 9 implementation and other matters related to AIA Group\'s investments. Support overall delivery of projects on assessment of current end-to-end processes, design of business transactions, system testing, implementation, production cut-over and post-implementation support Identify and assess process/system deficiencies in solutions with consultations with SAP Solution Architects and formulate and implement improvements Collaborate with GFS-IA to review end-to-end Investment Accounting systems & process design relating to FAM and manage implementation of recommendations through to completion, including timely & regular updates to Business Process Manuals to achieve sustainable best-in-class operations and maximise the scale potential of the GFS Assess system capabilities and deficiencies against business requirements with consultations with Group SAP Solution Architects and SAP COE to formulate and implement improvements/enhancements Participate in continuous investment accounting projects impacting Investment Accounting operations, including requirements gathering, impact assessment, solutions formulation, implementation and post-implementation support Support the Manager in resource planning including recruitment, training, development, resource planning and performance management Support the Manager on other GFS-related projects and operations, where required Ensure delivery to agreed timescales or provide clear, supportable justifications for exceptions Clearly document workstream scope and ensure traceability of this through all stages of delivery Ensure key clients and stakeholders of the future state solution are engaged, participate in delivery, and have their needs met upon project completion Manage all project issues and risk relevant stakeholding communities for resolution Ensure Workstream documentation is managed and maintained using PMO provided tools Provide SME input and industry best practice on process transformation, organizational structure change and centralization in a shared service unit. Process definition documentation and process flows Business Process Manuals Controls definition and documentation Roles and Responsibilities - Individual, Team and Entity Organizational Structure and Design Rollout of controlled future state processes meeting or exceeding reporting requirement constraints Support, facilitation and coordination with LBUs and shared service centers to manage operational change. Support Models Training to support new processes Job Requirements : Education: University Degree in Accounting/Finance Pursuing Internationally Recognised Professional Accountancy Qualification (ACCA, CPA etc) is an added advantage Experience: 5+ years accounting and finance experience with a multi-national asset management/insurance operation, and/or accounting and auditing experience with a big-sized accounting firm specialising in the financial services industry. 1+ year of supervisory and people management role Experience in a shared services or similar environment, executing outsourcing migration projects in relation to accounting and finance services Experience in a shared services or similar environment, identifying areas for process simplification and improvement to undertake process enhancement projects in relation to accounting and finance services Specific Business Knowledge: Advanced knowledge of investment products, including both their accounting and investment characteristics Advanced knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (especially IFRS 9), including the ability to interpret and apply the standards in practice. Sound knowledge of control environments/internal controls in an Investment Accounting operation. Sound knowledge of SAP accounting system and Business Intelligence System Sound knowledge of investment/finance systems architecture. Others: Strong presentation, interpersonal and communication skills, as well as training technique. Stakeholder satisfaction through high quality project deliverables Excellent motivation, coaching and mentoring skills Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines. Advance knowledge in Microsoft Excel is an added advantage

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