Salary estimate from jobup.ch:Log in, to see estimate from jobup.ch
Job summary
Join Zurich's Young Professionals Development Program to kickstart your career! This is a fantastic opportunity for recent commercial apprenticeship graduates.
Tasks
Engage in financial accounting tasks like cash management and reporting.
Support planning processes and performance management activities.
Dive into reinsurance accounting, processing statements, and reconciliations.
Skills
Completion of commercial apprenticeship by 2025 is essential.
Interest in finance and strong problem-solving abilities are crucial.
Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work under pressure.
Is this helpful?
Are you about to finish your commercial apprenticeship and are looking for your first job ? If you have done your apprenticeship in a insurance and are motivated to learn more about Reinsurance, we want to hear from you!
Group Reinsurance is running the «Young Professionals Development @Finance Program» for the third consecutive year. This three-year term program creates the opportunity for young professionals to gain relevant practical work experience with a focus on Financial Accounting and Reinsurance Accounting. You will get exposed to work with various Business Units and other Group Finance Teams.
What you will do
First stage: Financial accounting
Cash & Bank
Expenses, Accounts receivable/Accounts payable
Closing activities
System reconciliations
Quarterly reporting to the Group
Second stage: Planning and Performance Management
Supporting planning & forecast process
Performance reporting
Third stage: Reinsurance accounting
Reinsurance Accounting
Processing and reviewing of statements received from the cedents
Cash settlements and payments
Intercompany reconciliation
During the three years, there will be the opportunity to do a stage in other teams such as Treasury, Group Reporting or Statutory Reporting
What you bring
Successful completion of commercial apprenticeship in 2025
Interest in finance and accounting
Intermediate level of English (B2/C1)
Able to work under pressure during peak times
Team-oriented personality
Problem-solving skills
Global thinking to understand the dependencies with other Teams and Business Units
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.
