Accountant - Asia Pacific Finance

About the role

Howden, a global insurance intermediary group founded in 1994 and operating in 57 countries, is looking for an Accountant to support its Asia Pacific Finance function. The role covers general accounting, financial reporting, regulatory compliance and insurance accounting, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements, management reports, statutory filings, audits and internal controls.

Key responsibilities

• General accounting and AP, including bank reconciliations for client money and house cash accounts
• Group financial and management reporting, including a timely month-end close and keeping up with changes in financial reporting standards
• Annual audit support: gathering information and schedules, replying to auditor queries and liaising with auditors
• Annual income tax filing and settlement of tax liability
• Compliance with regulatory and governmental requirements (e.g. MAS), reviewing internal controls and recommending improvements, and assisting Internal Audit
• Insurance accounting: processing settlements with underwriters, reviewing and authorizing payments, reviewing journal entries in Unit 4 and guiding the Credit Control team
• Support the annual budget exercise and monitor cash inflows and outflows for each office
• Other ad hoc assignments as required

Required profile

• University graduate in Finance or Accounting with a professional accounting qualification
• At least 4 years' experience, preferably in insurance or financial services
• Experience supporting multi-country financial reporting and compliance is an advantage

Required skills

• Familiarity with Unit4, OneStream or similar ERP and reporting systems is advantageous
• Sound understanding of accounting standards, financial reporting and internal control frameworks
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Analytical, reconciliation and attention-to-detail skills, strong communication and organizational abilities

Candidates apply by sending their CV with career details, availability and current and expected salary; the data is used only for recruitment purposes.