IFRS Financial Reporting Specialist (Temporary - 2 years; Hybrid; m/f/x/d; 80-100%)

Are you passionate about financial reporting, transformation, and making a real impact on how a global organisation accounts for its future? If you thrive at the intersection of accounting, technology, and innovation — this is your opportunity to shape the next generation of financial reporting at Swiss Re.

 

About the Role

We are looking for a driven and curious IFRS Analyst to join the IFRS Subledger Controlling Team within Group Finance Operations & Transformation (GFO&T) on a temporary contract for 2 years. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience with IFRS 17 and play an active role in the FPSL implementation — a programme that will fundamentally reshape Swiss Re's financial accounting and reporting operating model.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of Accounting and Actuarial Business Experts, Information Architects, Business Analysts, and Developers — contributing to the design, testing, and implementation of efficient financial production processes across all valuations and Business Segments. You will bring insights, constructively challenge ideas, and help drive automation and process simplification that addresses real business pain points.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Support quarterly closing activities, taking ownership of dedicated checks and validations to ensure accuracy and consistency of financial data
• Build and communicate a clear view of financial results, identifying and articulating the main drivers of quarterly financial impact
• Support incident resolution, working collaboratively to investigate, diagnose, and resolve issues in a timely manner
• Redesign and improve the validations framework, identifying inefficiencies and areas where automation can deliver meaningful gains
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Risk Management, FP&A, Regional Finance, IT, and other key stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions
• Act with autonomy within delegated authority areas, making informed decisions and contributing to best-practice outcomes

 

About the Team

Global Finance Operations & Transformation (GFO&T) is the engine behind the accounting and reporting of accurate, consistent financial information across Swiss Re — supporting both external reporting and internal strategic decision-making. The team's scope spans IFRS for the Group as well as statutory financial reporting for all Swiss Re legal entities, including SST and Solvency II compliance.

GFO&T is at the forefront of transforming Group Finance — driving simplification, efficiency, and a forward-looking operating model that positions Swiss Re for the future.

We are a high-performing team of approximately 50 professionals with diverse strengths and backgrounds, primarily based across Bangalore, Bratislava, and Zurich. We pride ourselves on a friendly, collaborative, and energetic team culture where every voice is valued.

 

About You

You are an analytical, intellectually curious professional who enjoys working at the crossroads of finance, technology, and transformation. You bring a proactive mindset, communicate clearly across disciplines, and are energised by solving complex problems in a collaborative, international environment. You are comfortable managing your own workload while remaining open to guidance and mentorship when needed.

 

We are looking for candidates who meet these requirements:

• IFRS 17 knowledge — a solid understanding of IFRS 17 principles, including methods for calculating policy liabilities and market consistent valuation methods
• Financial reporting expertise — experience with IFRS financial reporting processes, including quarterly closing, validations, and controls
• Programming and version control experience — hands-on experience developing small-scale projects using tools such as Python, and familiarity with version control systems such as Git

 

These are additional nice to haves:

• Experience with SAP Financial Products Subledger (FPSL) or similar subledger systems
• Familiarity with Life & Health (L&H) insurance products and the L&H value chain
• Experience working in a cross-functional or multinational environment, collaborating with actuarial, IT, and finance teams
• Exposure to process automation or digitalisation initiatives within a finance or reporting context
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to think independently and present findings clearly
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with global business partners across locations and time zone

 

Salary Information

For Switzerland, the base salary range for this position is between 98.000 CHF and 146.000 CHF for a full-time role.

The specific salary offered considers:

• The requirements, scope, complexity and responsibilities of the role
• The applicant's own profile including education/qualifications, expertise, specialisation, skills and experience

In the situation where you do not meet all the requirements or you significantly exceed these, the offered salary may be below or above the advertised range. In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for additional rewards and benefits including an attractive performance-based annual bonus.

 

Our company has a hybrid work model where the expectation is that you will be in the office at least three days per week.

 

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 15,000 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.

 

We may use AI-powered tools to support the review and evaluation of applications for this position. These tools provide additional insights to our recruitment teams, but all hiring decisions are carefully reviewed and made by people. To learn more about how we use AI in recruitment and how we handle your personal data, please review our Data Privacy Statement before applying.

 

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