Accountant- IFRS 17 at Jubilee Insurance

Job Ref. No: JLIL 429

Role Purpose

The role holder will support the accurate and timely accounting and financial reporting of Jubilee Life Insurance Limited under IFRS 17. The role will ensure effective IFRS 17 reconciliations, controls, disclosures and reporting, while supporting compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

Academic Background & Relevant Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business Administration or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualification such as CPA-K, ACCA or equivalent.
• Membership of ICPAK or an equivalent professional accounting body in good standing will be an added advantage.
• Additional training or certification in IFRS 17, insurance accounting or financial reporting will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 2–4 years' relevant experience in finance, accounting or financial reporting roles.
• Experience in the insurance or financial services industry, preferably within a life insurance environment.
• Practical experience in IFRS 17 accounting, reporting or implementation will be highly desirable.
• Experience in financial close, reconciliations, financial statement preparation and regulatory reporting.
• Experience working with actuarial, finance systems or other cross-functional teams will be an added advantage.
• Experience with ERP/General Ledger systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience supporting internal and external audits and responding to financial reporting queries.
• Experience in IFRS 17 system implementation, UAT, data validation or reporting process enhancement will be an added advantage