Assistant Manager - Operations_Rating, Fed & Stat Reporting

Description and Requirements
ROLE SPECIFICATION
Rating, Fed and STAT Reporting process involves preparation of surveys for government and rating agencies like Fitch, Moody's, S&P etc. He/she has to validate inputs from different departments, compile the information and validate STAT/ GAAP numbers from the system . Surveys are based on STAT and GAAP numbers. He/she is will also be responsible for supporting blue/orange book compilation and analysis which would also include preparing board presentations, packages, and open to quick learning adhoc task.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Learn about preparation of current Organization's surveys coming from Government and different rating agencies.
• Validate the submissions coming from different departments in order to ensure that prepared surveys looks good.
• Analyze the financial on the basis of available data and facts and putting commentary for any significant variation or unusual trends.
• Learn about emerging accounting and reporting issues that may impact MetLife's reporting obligations under statutory requirements.
• Respond quickly to the various queries of:
  a)Regulators;
  b) Internal and external auditors;
  c) State side Managers and
  d) Controllership
• Partner with various units (i.e. accounting operations team, investment team, actuarial, interface owners etc.)
• Provide timely and accurate guidance/assistance in evaluating accounting and reporting treatment/processes/procedures to various groups within the business.
• Prioritize and focus to meet customer expectations and reporting deadlines.
• Work under constant changing environment.
• Manage multiple tasks to ensure all deliverables are completed by due dates.
• Perform ad hoc queries/reports as requested by state side managers/auditors/regulators/ controllers

COMPETENCIES/ SKILL REQUIREMENT

• Financial accounting/ reporting experience.
• Must have good understanding of STAT numbers as per NAIC guidelines and US GAAP numbers.
• Good understanding of accounting and reporting guidance. Sound technical and research skills as demonstrated by an understanding and practical application of various accounting and reporting guidance.
• An inquisitive and logical thinking mind and strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Good communication skills, including effective and concise writing skills and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to quickly acquire an understanding of the organization's operations and its accounting systems.
• Goal oriented.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with computer systems, PC's and financial software applications. Proficiency in Microsoft Office software packages. Working knowledge of Blue-book a plus.
• Insurance industry experience preferred.

EDUCATION:

• Chartered Accountant with minimum 2 years of experience

WORK TIMING:
2 pm to 11 pm
Shift will be followed as per calendar agreed with state-side partners.
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