About the role

  • Financial Accountant ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance for Zurich Insurance's Benelux operations. Involves financial processes management and collaboration with internal teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and execute the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and in line with company standards and deadlines.
  • Review and validate journal entries to guarantee the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial data in the ledgers.
  • Prepare and submit both Group and local regulatory financial reports for our Benelux operations, complying with all relevant frameworks (e.g. IFRS, German GAAP, Solvency II, and Swiss Solvency Test).
  • Ensure effective operation and documentation of internal controls in accordance with Zurich’s internal control framework; maintaining robust controls over financial reporting and solvency and addressing any control deficiencies.
  • Act as SAP key-user coordinator, overseeing subledger systems and coordinating testing or updates. Ensure that financial systems are properly maintained, system changes are thoroughly tested and integrated into accounting workflow.
  • Monitor and manage outstanding receivables, working with customers and internal teams to ensure timely collection of payments.

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of relevant experience in financial accounting.
  • Experience in the financial services or insurance sector being a plus.
  • Minimum a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in finance, accounting, economics or a comparable field of study.
  • Solid grasp of international financial standards; IFRS expertise is advantageous.
  • Strong Excel skills; experience with SAP is required; familiarity with QlikSense and Power BI is valued.
  • Language skills: Dutch (upper‑intermediate / conversational) and English are required.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A collaborative and inclusive corporate culture.
  • The chance to make a significant impact within a leading global insurance provider.

Job title

Financial Accountant

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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