Investment Accounting & Reporting Director

We Are Waiting for You

Hi there!

I am Marta, the recruiter for this position. Nice to meet you!

First, a little bit about what I like the most about working at TDC: The environment here is incredibly collaborative and innovative. Our tech-driven mindset fosters continuous learning and growth, creating an atmosphere where everyone can thrive.  Now, I can't wait to share this exciting journey with you at the Zurich!

First off, THANK YOU for considering our company. We understand that finding the right opportunity can be tough, but I’ll try to make it easier.

Who Are We?

Let me introduce us. You’re reading about Zurich Insurance Group, a global leader in insurance, but this role specifically pertains to ServiZurich. Established in Barcelona in 2006, ServiZurich operates as an integral part of Zurich Insurance Group, providing cutting-edge technological solutions and support to Zurich's local and global business units.

In addition to our technological solutions, we excel in investment, administration, and accounting, ensuring comprehensive support for Zurich's diverse operations.

What Can You Expect?

And you might be thinking: This is great, what will my day-to-day be like, at Zurich? I’m glad you asked.

As an Investment Accounting & Reporting Director you will have the opportunity to:

• Acts as a force of global coordination and global process ownership of all functional accounting processes in context of Alternative Assets & Fund solutions.
• Actively manage the AI community/ Product managers on all functional accounting matters for our Private Debt & Equity, Real Estate and Hedge fund balance sheets.
• Analyzes new private/ illiquid investment request, their set-up to derive accounting and reporting implications across all accounting processes and systems, from subledger to general ledger to Group consolidation.
• Ensures compliant set-up and implementation of a high-quality function and full-service delivery across IAA’s organization with a faster time to account implementation.
• Designs, reviews and refines processes, controls, functionality and models, by identifying and applying practical best practices and guidance. Designs processes, considering industry standards. Considers new technology solutions which minimize impacts/ limitations from an end user perspective. Reviews and approves process changes, leads communication to drive the change and oversees adaptation across all delivery teams.
• Interacting with consolidation and valuation experts on the subject matter of non-traditional assets and with Asset managers and fund administrators to ensure effective data deliveries and efficient procedures with relevant insights
• Develops and build good relationships with key stakeholders, incl. executives in Group IM, APG, Group Consolidation and Reporting as well as external networking.
• Drives standardization and automation to any extent feasible, measures progress and effectiveness by a set of KPIs.
• Maintains and further develops the knowledge base, process documentation, tools to upskill SMEs, Product experts and communities, Asset Managers, Fund Administrators, Audit, outsourcing partners, working groups with peers.

What Makes You a Great Fit?

While we’re not seeking perfection or expecting you to save the world, we believe that if you meet some of these requirements, you’ll be a fantastic fit for our team. We are waiting for you!

• Master’s degree in accounting, Financial Markets & Risks, Business Administration, Finance, Economics. Equivalent postgraduate studies CFA, CAIA preferred.
• 3 years of experience in Alternative Asset accounting in a senior role overlooking
• Financial Statements analysis and Fund accounting for private debt/equity

• General ledger systems / processes (SAP FI GL/FIP would be an advantage)
• Financial instruments accounting standards (e.g. IFRS)
• Understanding Financial markets, products, risks, regulations particularly for RAIF, ELTIF, LLC structures
• Excellent Communication, negotiation and presentation
• Passionate self-working, very result oriented and able to manage multiple priorities
• Analytical and conceptual thinking/ transformation
• Managed/ lead of 3-5 mid-size projects or optimization initiatives in Financial Accounting/ Consolidation or played key role in there
• Fluent English in written and oral (proficiency level)
• Good base understanding of financial mathematics
• IT affinity, use of artificial intelligence
• Strong in data science and analysis

And… What Makes Us Special?

As well as a competitive salary and a yearly bonus, we offer:

• To support your work-life balance, we have adopted a flexible working model.

• Over 300 euros to set up your home office and additional monthly home office allowance.
• Wide range of internal and external trainings, including English, German and Spanish classes depending on the needs.
• Ticket restaurant and Health Insurance with the flexibility to exchange it for other benefits.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Collective Life retirement Plan
• 2000 referral bonus if you bring other talented people like you to the company.
• Special banking and insurance conditions plus Exclusive Employees discounts 
• Functional diversity benefits 
• Different social clubs such as hiking, investment, beach volley and many more
• Stock options and mortgage benefits.  

Where Are We Located?

Via Augusta, Barcelona.

#Li-hybrid

We Are Waiting for You.

Can you see yourself in this role? Don’t wait any longer! Apply by sending your CV in English.

If not, no worries! We’ll meet again in the future. Feel free to share my contact details with anyone you think would be a great fit.

At Zurich, we are an equal opportunity employer. We attract and retain the best-qualified individuals available, regardless of race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

ServiZurich– Your Talent, Our Strength

You are the heart & soul of Zurich! 
 

At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right? 

We highly value the experience and know-how of our employees and offer a wide range of opportunities across business areas to encourage you to apply for new opportunities within Zurich when you are ready for your next career step. 

Let’s continue to grow together!

• Location(s):  ES - Barcelona 
• Schedule: Full Time
• Recruiter name: Marta Perez Llonch