IFRS Actuarial Analyst (L&H)

Are you looking for a new venture at the heart of Swiss Re's accounting and reporting framework? Do you love to work in an intellectually stimulating, interdisciplinary, and international environment? Are you passionate about working on a wide range of interesting and challenging topics embedded in a high-performing team? If yes, find out more about our open position within the L&H Cash Flow team of the GFO&T department!

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated individual to support the production and validation of the L&H cash flow, which is used as an input for the IFRS financial closing for both the Group and the Local entities, as well as for the Swiss Solvency Test (SST) and the Asset Liability Management Process.

You will contribute to the success of this key process within the Finance department and interact with the delegated authorities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Support the quarterly closing process by handling L&H cash flow production under IFRS
• Prepare manual cash flow adjustments together with the regional L&H valuation reserving actuaries and Finance colleagues
• Create automated solutions and contribute to improvements in cash flow controlling activities
• Participate in long-term change requests to improve data quality, including requirements definition and testing
• Maintain close exchange and collaborate with IT business analysts and developers to enhance our reporting landscape
• Assist in preparing audit documentation and evidence, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial results

About the Team

Global Finance Operations & Transformation (GFO&T) is responsible for the accounting and reporting of accurate and consistent financial information for Swiss Re for external reporting and internal analysis facilitating strategic decision-making.

This includes IFRS for Group as well as statutory financial information for all Swiss Re legal entities, including SST and Solvency II. GFO&T spearheads the transformation of Global Finance, streamlining it towards a simpler, more effective forward-looking organisation.

We work in a friendly, collaborative, and lively team environment. A position in our team gives you a wide range of opportunities to expand your understanding of the accounting and economics of the Reinsurance business and the operation of the quarterly closing.

About You

You have excellent analytical skills with holistic financial thinking and the ability to interpret financial data. You demonstrate strong personal accountability and are competent to work a flexible schedule and deliver under time pressure.

You possess the ability to perform tasks with support and a degree of autonomy, but also collaborate with all partners to deliver on clearly attributed goals and objectives.

Your profile:

• University degree in a quantitative field (e.g. Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Economics)
• 1-3 years' experience in similar positions within Finance or Risk Management
• Actuarial knowledge or pursuing an actuarial qualification is a plus
• Knowledge of and experience with IFRS in L&H (re)insurance setting is a plus
• Committed, proactive, and dedicated personality
• Ability to work accurately and deliver within timelines
• Strong communication skills and the ability to connect with teams across departments
• Team player, eagerness to contribute actively to the overall team spirit
• Excellent oral and written English skills

About Swiss Re

Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance, and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime.

Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.

Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought, or other characteristics.

In our inclusive and flexible environment, everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.

If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.

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