Swiss Re
Internal Control Assurance Professional
Swiss Re, Armonk, New York, United States, 10504
Are you a critical thinker who likes to analyze complex topics and enjoys working in a diverse team? Join us at Internal Control Assurance & Reporting (ICAR) Team and help us to safeguard Swiss Re's resilience.
About the Role:
As an Internal Control Assurance Professional in ICAR Team, you will participate in various control testing activities. You will have the opportunity to learn about many areas of Swiss Re, as well as their processes and controls. This role offers you regular exposure to Swiss Re's Management and an opportunity to deal with themes that have organizational impact and drive the risk culture of Swiss Re.
Key Responsibilities
Perform
testing procedures on internal controls over financial reporting and other areasDocument your testing procedures and
present findings to the relevant stakeholdersEngage with various stakeholders
across the business representing the ICAR TeamAbout the Team:
The Internal Control Assurance & Reporting (ICAR) Team is a global team of Assurance Professionals, responsible for assessing the design adequacy and operating effectiveness of Swiss Re's internal controls. We liaise closely with Operational Risk Management, Group Internal Audit, Governance teams, external Audit and Swiss Re Management. Through our controls testing and assurance activities, we identify areas of control weaknesses and contribute to an improved control framework to ensure operational rigor and effective control related behavior across the Swiss Re Group.
In our work we apply innovative techniques and use data analytics and automation within our assurance and testing processes.
The ICAR Team is part of Group Functions and Operational Risk Management, which consists of Risk Professionals with diverse backgrounds spanning different locations and competencies.
About You:
3-6 years of work experience
in the
financial services sector , with exposure to finance or assurance functions e.g.,
internal
or
external audit, finance reporting and controllingGood understanding of
key business processes and controls over financial reporting value chainKnowledge/experience of
IFRS 9 and/or 17
(preferred)University degree in related field, qualified or working towards a
CPA, CA, CIA or CFA professional certificationCritical thinker
that sees the "big picture" (e.g. overall themes, trends, goals)Result oriented individual
with
agile mindset and ability to work independently , able to plan well, work in the field and able to deliver results in timeGood communicator , able to gain and maintain trust while delivering difficult messagesStrong
analytical professional with problem-solving and interpersonal skillsTeam worker , able to listen to others but also influenceFluent in English, written and spoken.
For Armonk, NY, the estimated base salary range for this position is $75,000 to $138,000. The specific salary offered for this or any given role will take into account a number of factors including but not limited to job location, scope of role, qualifications, complexity/specialization/scarcity of talent, experience, education, and employer budget. At Swiss Re, we take a "total compensation approach" when making compensation decisions. This means that we consider all components of compensation in their totality (such as base pay, short-and long-term incentives, and benefits offered), in setting individual compensation. For roles located within our Swiss Re offices, our company has a hybrid work model where the expectations is that you will be in the office two to three days per week on average.
About Swiss Re:
Swiss Re is one of the world's leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.
Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.
If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.
Swiss Re is an equal opportunity employer. It is our practice to recruit, hire and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, pregnancy, sexual orientations, marital status, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Decisions on employment are solely based on an individual's qualifications for the position being filled.
During the recruitment process, reasonable accommodations for disabilities are available upon request. If contacted for an interview, please inform the Recruiter/HR Professional of the accommodation needed.
Keywords:Reference Code:
131788
About the Role:
As an Internal Control Assurance Professional in ICAR Team, you will participate in various control testing activities. You will have the opportunity to learn about many areas of Swiss Re, as well as their processes and controls. This role offers you regular exposure to Swiss Re's Management and an opportunity to deal with themes that have organizational impact and drive the risk culture of Swiss Re.
Key Responsibilities
Perform
testing procedures on internal controls over financial reporting and other areasDocument your testing procedures and
present findings to the relevant stakeholdersEngage with various stakeholders
across the business representing the ICAR TeamAbout the Team:
The Internal Control Assurance & Reporting (ICAR) Team is a global team of Assurance Professionals, responsible for assessing the design adequacy and operating effectiveness of Swiss Re's internal controls. We liaise closely with Operational Risk Management, Group Internal Audit, Governance teams, external Audit and Swiss Re Management. Through our controls testing and assurance activities, we identify areas of control weaknesses and contribute to an improved control framework to ensure operational rigor and effective control related behavior across the Swiss Re Group.
In our work we apply innovative techniques and use data analytics and automation within our assurance and testing processes.
The ICAR Team is part of Group Functions and Operational Risk Management, which consists of Risk Professionals with diverse backgrounds spanning different locations and competencies.
About You:
3-6 years of work experience
in the
financial services sector , with exposure to finance or assurance functions e.g.,
internal
or
external audit, finance reporting and controllingGood understanding of
key business processes and controls over financial reporting value chainKnowledge/experience of
IFRS 9 and/or 17
(preferred)University degree in related field, qualified or working towards a
CPA, CA, CIA or CFA professional certificationCritical thinker
that sees the "big picture" (e.g. overall themes, trends, goals)Result oriented individual
with
agile mindset and ability to work independently , able to plan well, work in the field and able to deliver results in timeGood communicator , able to gain and maintain trust while delivering difficult messagesStrong
analytical professional with problem-solving and interpersonal skillsTeam worker , able to listen to others but also influenceFluent in English, written and spoken.
For Armonk, NY, the estimated base salary range for this position is $75,000 to $138,000. The specific salary offered for this or any given role will take into account a number of factors including but not limited to job location, scope of role, qualifications, complexity/specialization/scarcity of talent, experience, education, and employer budget. At Swiss Re, we take a "total compensation approach" when making compensation decisions. This means that we consider all components of compensation in their totality (such as base pay, short-and long-term incentives, and benefits offered), in setting individual compensation. For roles located within our Swiss Re offices, our company has a hybrid work model where the expectations is that you will be in the office two to three days per week on average.
About Swiss Re:
Swiss Re is one of the world's leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.
Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.
If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.
Swiss Re is an equal opportunity employer. It is our practice to recruit, hire and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, pregnancy, sexual orientations, marital status, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Decisions on employment are solely based on an individual's qualifications for the position being filled.
During the recruitment process, reasonable accommodations for disabilities are available upon request. If contacted for an interview, please inform the Recruiter/HR Professional of the accommodation needed.
Keywords:Reference Code:
131788