Job SummaryZurich is one of the world\'s leading insurance groups, and one of the few to operate on a global basis. Our mission is to help our customers understand and protect themselves from risk. With around 55,000 employees serving customers in more than 215 countries and territories, we aspire to become the best global insurer as measured by our shareholders, customers, and employees. We help individuals, small and medium sized companies and global corporations around the world understand and protect themselves from risk by offering a wide range of insurance products, solutions, and advisory services.Our Zurich Commercial Insurance, Middle East business is looking for a fixed term contract Finance Specialist. We are seeking Analyst with Planning and Performance Management experience.Job Accountabilities - Key AccountabilitiesThe role will support finance-related activities related to Financial Accounting, Reporting, Tax, Treasury, Group Re, Planning, FinOps and Performance Management., Ensure that all tasks and procedures are completed to achieve key business objectives., Efficient stakeholder management internally and externally.

• Performs close related ledger tasks, e. g. accruals, provisions, reconciliations and journals postings as per local and Group requirements.
• Prepares ledger reports and explain the results. Conducts accounts receivable and accounts payable activities. Conducts administrative tasks such as customer and vendor services.
• Provides frequent and appropriately detailed accounting and financial information.
• Provide messaging on financial performance for specific parts of the profit and loss account.
• Prepares tax returns and supporting workpapers, estimated tax payments and other tax compliance activities.
• Prepares, updates and maintains assigned databases. Maintains the chart of accounts in accordance with local and Group requirements.
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that accounting, finance- related activities, processes, procedures are followed and completed in line with Group as well as external requirements. Recommends and implements procedural process changes to enhance operating efficiency.
• Performs ICFR controls in compliance with internal control guidelines.

Job QualificationsTo be successful in this role, you will need:

• Bachelor\'s degree (or equivalent) in Finance and a minimum of 2 years of experience
• Financial Analysis, Accounting, Expense Management and IFRS/Other Account & Reporting Standards experience
• Accuracy and attention to detail and a sense of Business Acumen
• Effective communication

Preferred:

• Insurance Finance & Actuarial Concepts
• Financial or Accounting Application
• Finance Operational Management

Zurich ValuesCollaborate TogetherMake it HappenPerformanceProblem SolvingTechnical Competency 1You 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): AE - Dubai , DIFC Office
• Remote working: Hybrid
• Schedule: Full Time
• Recruiter name: Recruiter United Arab Emirates
• Contract Type: 9 months - Fixed Term Contract
• Closing date: 16 September 2024

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