Accounting Manager (Life Insurance Project)

JOB PURPOSE

To manage core accounting operations for a life insurance business, focusing on payment processing, cash flow, investment accounting, Universal Life (UL) product reporting, fund splitting, and reconciliation with banking partners. The role ensures accurate financial records, regulatory compliance, and timely reporting that supports strategic decision-making. The Accounting Manager also plays a key role in strengthening internal controls and optimizing accounting processes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Payment Process Management

• Oversee the end-to-end payment process for vendors, service providers, and policyholder disbursements.

• Ensure all payment vouchers are properly approved by authorized signatories and strictly comply with internal policies.

• Monitor payment cycles to ensure timely settlement and proper cash allocation.

2. Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Monitor daily cash positions and conduct short-term and long-term cash flow forecasting.

• Optimize fund utilization to meet operational and strategic liquidity requirements.

• Coordinate with Finance/Treasury teams for fund transfers and currency management when applicable.

3. Investment Accounting & Reporting

• Record and reconcile all investment-related transactions (bond purchases/sales, interest income, unrealized gains/losses).

• Maintain accurate investment ledgers in accordance with accounting standards and internal investment policy.

• Prepare periodic investment reports showing performance, yield, and compliance with asset allocation strategies.

4. Universal Life (UL) Product Reporting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on UL product activity.

• Validate financial data related to UL policies with actuarial teams.

• Ensure accurate and timely accounting treatment of UL transactions.

5. Fund Splitting Reporting

• Prepare fund splitting reports in compliance with regulatory and internal requirements.

• Coordinate with internal departments (actuarial, finance, investment) to accurately allocate and track funds between:

o Policyholder funds

o Shareholder funds

• Ensure transparency and proper segregation of assets and liabilities across funds.

6. Bank Liaison & Reconciliation

• Act as the key contact for banking partners.

• Oversee setup and control of bank accounts, user roles, and signatory rights.

• Monitor and reconcile all bank transactions with the accounting ledger to ensure completeness and accuracy.

• Investigate and resolve bank discrepancies promptly.

7. Team Coordination & Process Improvement

• Review accounting entries, vouchers, reconciliations, and reports prepared by staff.

• Ensure completeness, accuracy, transparency, and compliance of accounting records.

• Approve key accounting items within authorized levels.

• Work collaboratively with internal departments (finance, actuarial, operations) to improve accounting workflows.

• Support documentation and enhancement of accounting policies and internal controls.

• Provide guidance to junior accountants and ensure team adherence to processes.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA/ACCA preferred.

Experience: At least 7 years in accounting, preferably in insurance or financial services. Experience with UL products and fund splitting is highly desirable.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in SUN Accounting System and Microsoft Excel.

• Strong understanding of cash flow, insurance accounting, and fund reporting.

• Familiarity with VAS and insurance-specific regulatory requirements.

Soft Skills:

• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial processing.

• Strong reconciliation and problem-solving skills.

• Clear communication and coordination skills with internal and external stakeholders.

• Ability to work independently under pressure and meet deadlines.