Senior Technical Accountant (French/English) recruitment
Do you relish a challenge? Are you looking for a new outlook in your professional life that will allow you to develop further? As a global leader in risk and capital management, our success is built on forward-looking, committed employees who are keenly focused on quality. Are you ready for the challenge?
Senior Technical Accountant (French/English)
In this position you are accountable for effectively managing a portfolio and ensuring that business deliverables are met in a deadline driven environment. This happens in close collaboration with the central hubs for Technical Accounting and entails handling of complex end-to-end transactions independently. A main task of the position is reviewing technical aspects and data quality of these transactions, providing feedback to stakeholders and acting as a Technical Accounting representative. In addition, it is required to work within a set framework and adhere to policies and processes, as well as provide recommendations to higher management on possible improvements.
- Commercial background
- At least 3 years working experience ideally in financial services industry or accounting departments of other industries. Experience in controlling and steering is an advantage.
- Elementary accounting knowledge and / or re-insurance knowledge preferred
- Language skills: French and English (fluent written and spoken), any other European language is an advantage
- Good comprehension of MS Office (e.g. Excel, Word)
- A flair for numbers
- Good verbal and written business communication skills
- Diligent and accurate working style
- Inquisitive and analytical mind
- A positive attitude towards a dynamic and international environment
- Strong personality and able to influence other's actions
- Able to transfer know-how to others
- Target awareness and ready to go the extra mile
- Team player and sensitive to cultural differences
Your recruiting contact:
Rita Bies
Swiss Re
Soodring 33
8134 Adliswil
If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity or other opportunities with Swiss Re, you may apply by visiting our website at www.swissre.com/careers. The reference code for this position is EXT-NB50361469. Applications will only be accepted through our website.