Accounting Policy Expert, 80-100%

Are you inspired by the opportunity to shape the financial foundations of a global insurer? Do you thrive on solving complex accounting challenges and providing expert accounting guidance that makes a real impact? 

As an Accounting Policy Expert in our dynamic Group Accounting Policy team, you’ll play a pivotal role in maintaining Zurich’s Group IFRS accounting policies and guiding colleagues worldwide. You’ll help ensure our financial decisions are robust, compliant, and future-ready.

Join our collaborative, international team to influence executive decisions, drive innovation, and grow your expertise. 

If you value teamwork and take ownership to deliver results, we look forward to your application.

What you will do

• Advise & Support: Provide tailored accounting advice and interpret accounting policies for Group functions and Zurich subsidiaries globally—supporting issue resolution and executive decision-making.
• Quality Assurance: Prepare and review memos and policy documents to ensure they fully comply with Zurich Group rules, regulations, and IFRS standards.
• Collaborate & Innovate: Work closely with Finance and other stakeholders to integrate proper accounting treatment into system/process development, product launches, and new business activities.
• Train & Empower: Develop and deliver training materials to enhance IFRS accounting awareness, quality, and consistency across the organization.
• Stay Ahead: Monitor developments from the International Accounting Standards Board, FINMA, and EIOPA; help update the IFRS Group Accounting Policy Handbook and related methodology documents.
  
  
  

What you bring

As an Accounting Policy Specialist at Zurich Insurance, your skills and qualifications will ideally include:

• University degree in Finance (Accounting and Controlling) or equivalent education.
• Deep understanding of IFRS framework. Knowledge of Swiss local statutory and regulatory requirements (including SST) is a plus.
• At least 5 years of relevant IFRS accounting and reporting experience, ideally within audit, insurance, or financial services. Experience with IFRS 9 and IFRS 17 is highly valued.
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence and engage senior management and internal stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset – comfortable taking ownership and working under pressure.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); German language skills are an advantage.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.  

Additional Information

We look forward to receiving your online application. 

At our Quai Zurich Campus, our culture and our people are what set us apart. We thrive on face-to-face interactions that drive collaboration, nurture our unique culture, and amplify our success. Enjoy the best of both worlds with the flexibility to work up to two days remotely per week within Switzerland, allowing you to balance personal commitments while excelling in your career. Please discuss your flexibility needs with us during your interview.

Information for recruitment agencies

Zurich does not accept any applications from recruitment agencies for this position. We refuse any responsibility for unsolicited applications as well as any associated fees. 

Why 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 are an equal opportunity employer who knows that each employee is unique - that’s what makes our team so great! 
Join us as we constantly explore new ways to protect our customers and the planet.
 

• Location(s):  CH - Zürich 
• Remote working: Hybrid
• Schedule: Full Time
• Recruiter name: Natalia Dzieglo