Job Description

Zurich is launching a new digital initiative in Spain and is therefore looking to put a dynamic and innovative team of insurance and technology experts together.

The goal is to offer to the Spanish clients a complete new digital insurance experience.

The initiative will operate with a very lean hierarchy and fast decision processes and will offer candidates a unique chance to be part of a highly innovative journey. 

As the Head Controller you will be responsible for all planning, controlling and financial analytics matters related to the initiative. In your role you will work very closely with all business stakeholders as well as the initiative’s management team where you have the chance to shape the initiative’s financial analytics framework right from the beginning.

As a Head Controller your main responsibilities will involve

• Support in all financial and controlling subjects

• Preparation of analytics reports for stakeholders (e.g. CEO and BoD)

• Monthly analysis of financial figures
• Cash Flow Analysis
• Enhance the finance and controlling framework

• Planning, budget and expense management incl. accural management and control

• Control of Account Payables/Receivables

As an Senior Data Scientist your skills and qualifications will ideally include:

• +5-7 years experience in accounting and / or controlling in insurance companies, preferably non-life insurance companies

• Strong analytical skills

• Some accounting knowledge (local GAAP / IFRS)

• Good knowledge of systems (e.g. SAP, FSCD but also other accounting SW)

• Good Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Excellent English skills
   

Primary work location is a start-up accelerator environment in Barcelona. You can apply by clicking on the button “Apply online”