Technical Accountant

Job description

As a recognised partner to our clients, Munich Re’s Reinsurance Accounting unit (RIA) provides reliable accounting information to our internal and external stakeholders. We support sustainable value creation in our divisional units and manage our global Operations responsibility through harmonized processes, methodologies and digitalization techniques. We are a global, diverse team of motivated experts, value open communication and cross-functional collaboration, and are actively moving forward to shape our future.

We are looking for a flexible and highly motivated Technical Accountant in this demanding, dynamic and international setting, contributing with expertise and engagement in the growing multicultural department. You should have a keen interest in designing and implementing efficient, innovative processes; be an independent and curious thinker; and take pleasure in working in an international context.

Your job

• Verify statements of account from our clients based on the terms and conditions of the wording and by checking specific calculations
• Process the statements of account in our SAP FS-RI systems, including the use of increasing automation tools
• Arrange for payments, request outstanding balances and reconcile account items
• Ensure data quality and perform quality checks at contract level
• Enter and update treaty data in close liaison with our operational units
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external touchpoints, ensuring seamless cooperation, efficient processes, and a consistently client-focused approach
• Analyze and present insurance and accounting matters to various stakeholders
• Participate in cross-departmental working groups and projects
• Take ownership of a topic and coordinate it worldwide
• Contribute to automation and digitalisation projects, and their worldwide implementation
• Help develop new methods and processes aimed at creating a thoughtful digital working environment Your profile Business degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s), preferably with a focus on accounting, controlling, finance or IT; recent graduates or individuals with less experience are also welcome
• Knowledge of Accounting, preferably also of Insurance and/or Reinsurance Analytical skills and accuracy in dealing with figures Self-confident approach combined with a high degree of dedication to working effectively and independently, willing to face new responsibilities
• Strong communication skills, high degree of intercultural competence and team spirit High level of commitment and initiative Expertise in MS-Office, particularly Excel, and preferably in SAP tools Good written and spoken Spanish and English Unlock your potential Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: we embrace the power of differences and are convinced that diversity fosters innovation and resilience and enables us to act braver and better.

Continuous Learning

we believe that continuous learning is a key differentiator and critical for building new skills and accelerating growth.

Career Mobility

we actively support career mobility, and our strong global and regional presence offers a wealth of career growth opportunities for you.

Rewards & Recognition Competitive salary

appropriate compensation for your high level of commitment.

Retirement provision

state of the art in-house pension solutions.

Work-life balance

promoting the compatibility of family and work in addition to overall work-life balance.

Health management

focus on your physical and mental health far beyond legal requirements.

Hybrid working

we offer you a very flexible approach. * Munich Re not only stands for fairness with regard to its clients; it is also an equal opportunities employer. Severely disabled candidates will also be prioritized, if equally qualified.