Executives

Job Description

• Good understanding of GAAP accounting principles and procedures
• Calculation/Accumulation of Accruals
• External (European) client communication (Email/Phone) in German & English Language.
• Prepare/extract reports and investigate accounting issues
• Journal Coding and Entry in an ERP environment
• Account/ P&L/BS Reconciliations
• Basic understanding of what is Insurance and how it works

• Productivity
• Accuracy/Quality
• Corrective Actions
• Training
• Documentation
• Schedule Adherence

• Review all necessary reports from relevant systems and perform updates
• Participate in all applicable training and special unit projects when appropriate. Ensure that the assigned targets in accordance with the SLA metrics are met
• Ensure that the quality of the transactions is in compliance with predefined parameters laid down by the SLA metrics
• Ensure adherence to Company Policies and Procedures
• Any other essential function that may occur from time to time asdirected by the Supervisor to help to identify inefficiencies to the process and assist to drive process improvements activities
• Analyze and research all discrepancies/ open items and resolve any queries relating to payments (incoming or outgoing)
• Ensure adherence to established attendance schedules

• Assistant Manager/Supervisor for the purpose of reporting performance, escalation handling, clarifying concerns, and seeking feedback and support
• Manager for the purpose of settling issues left unresolved by the Assistant Manager/Supervisor and monthly evaluation of performance
• Peers(team members) for the purpose of seeking co-operation & clarification on process-related matters & providing assistance and support when required
• Approvers for the purpose of contract related issues, escalated transactions, feedback, audit and training

• Stateside trainers for the purpose of training, resolving more complex issues, seeking advice, or requesting a reassignment to the state side staff when a request becomes out of scope.

• Graduate in Accounting / Commerce / Business Administration/ with at least 15 years of education
• German Language certified with minimum 4levels/semesters from Max Mueller Bhawan (i.e. Goethe Institute) or Graduate in German language from any reputed university.
• Masters in Accounting/Finance
• Certification or Qualification in Insurance from III (Insurance Institute of India) or CII (Chartered Insurance Institute London) preferred.

• Total work experience should 1+ years in the field of Finance/Accounts
• Experience in F&A processes

1. Basic IT
2. Good Computer Navigation Skills
3. Good knowledge of complete MS Office suite (MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook)
4. Accounting knowledge and computing skills
5. Keyboard handling skill - 25 wpm with 90% accuracy

• Proficiency in German & English (Read/Write/Speak)
• Communication skills - should be able to read, interpret business documents. Good oral/written communication
• Analytical and interpersonal skills
• Data gathering ability/ Eye for detail
• Team work/ Managing Self / Adaptability
• Ability to work successfully in production driven environment
• Ability to work on routine/standardized transactions

Desirable Skills:

• Self-disciplined and result oriented
• Ability to multi task
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Commitment and drive for results
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to understand and question established process guidelines in order to bring about possible process improvements
• Ability to pay great attention to detail - especially during processing of transactions

• Knowledge about the Insurance / Re-insurance Industry in Europe (Switzerland or at-least in UK)
• Knowledge about Swiss, German and Polish Culture