Senior Assistant / Assistant Manager, Audit & Assurance Insurance

About the role

The Audit & Assurance team in Zurich works on finance transformation and accounting advisory projects and delivers internal and external audit engagements. It advises clients on internal control frameworks, finance transformation and new IFRS and US GAAP standards important to the insurance industry, and supports them in managing risks and improving performance. The role is open to candidates returning to work after an extended career break, who receive tailored coaching and support.

Key responsibilities

• Advise clients on implementing internal control frameworks, finance transformation and new IFRS and US GAAP standards for the insurance industry
• Conduct external audit engagements for national and international insurance clients, ensuring compliance with reporting standards and regulatory requirements
• Help clients incorporate new regulatory requirements and processes, and test systems for harmonising and developing reporting processes for financial and non-financial data in (re)insurance
• Conduct internal audits and FINMA regulatory assignments for insurance and reinsurance companies

Required profile

• Currently pursuing the Swiss CPA or ACCA qualification
• 2 to 5 years of practical experience in accounting or auditing within financial services
• At least 2 years of external auditing experience in insurance, ideally at a Big 4 firm, or at least 3 years in an insurance company's accounting or reporting function
• Team player able to work with colleagues and customers to build relationships
• Confident communication in English and German; other languages are an advantage

Deloitte offers training, mentoring and on-the-job learning, and flexible and hybrid working conditions. Applications include CV, cover letter, references and degree certificates; recruitment agencies are not accepted.