Insurance Finance Business Analyst (Accounting And Milano

Insurance Finance Business Analyst (Accounting And
Milano
Lombardia, Milano

Generali is a major player in the global insurance industry - a strategic and highly important sector for the growth, development and welfare of modern societies.

Over almost 200 years, we have built a multinational Group that is present in more than 60 countries, with 470 companies and nearly 80, 000 employees.

GOSP - Generali Operations Service Platform is a joint-venture between Generali and Accenture and provides IT and Procurement services to Generali Group companies.

Our purpose is to accelerate the Group's innovation and digitization strategy through the Cloud and shared platforms.

Based in Italy it has 5 branches across Europe and employs about 1. 000 people.

We are seeking an experienced Insurance Finance Business Analyst to join Generali for a major Group-wide Finance transformation programme, covering several business processes globally.

The professional will be part of the IT team and will play a bridging role between business and IT, being able to interpret business needs and translate them into functional solutions, with particular focus on accounting processes.

This individual will play a key role in driving financial transformation initiatives, both at the group and local levels, while leveraging their IT skills to support and optimize finance functions, with a particular emphasis on accounting processes.

**Responsibilities**:

- Transformation Program: Lead the design and implementation of the organization's Finance transformation program, targeting accounting functions.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities, develop strategies, and drive change initiatives.

- Target Data Model and Chart of Accounts: Define the target data model and chart of accounts as part of the finance transformation program.

Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements, regulatory considerations, and reporting needs.

Develop a standardized and scalable data model and chart of accounts structure that aligns with the organization's strategic objectives.

- Financial Reporting and Compliance: Collaborate with Finance and Accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting across the organization.

Stay updated on relevant accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

Implement controls and procedures to ensure compliance and support audits.

- Group and Local Finance Support: Provide expert guidance and support to both the group and local finance teams, ensuring alignment with the organization's finance transformation objectives.

Collaborate with local finance teams to understand their specific needs, challenges, and regulatory requirements, and develop solutions that meet their requirements while adhering to group-level standards.

- Change Management: Support change management activities related to Finance transformation initiatives.

Communicate changes, address concerns, and provide training to stakeholders, ensuring a smooth transition and adoption of new processes and systems.

- Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with key stakeholders, including senior management, finance teams, and external partners (auditors, regulators), to understand their requirements, address concerns, and foster collaboration.

Act as a trusted advisor on accounting matters within the transformation program.

- Continuous Improvement: Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the Finance function.

Identify opportunities for ongoing enhancements, leveraging technological advancements and industry trends.

Implement metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of finance operations

Qualifications and Skills:

- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, or a related field.

Advanced degree or professional certifications (e. g. , CPA, CMA) are advantageous.

- Extensive experience (7+ years) working in insurance finance operations, with a focus on accounting functions and transformation initiatives.

- In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements specific to the insurance industry.

- Good project management skills, including the ability to plan, coordinate, and execute complex initiatives.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

- Expertise in process mapping and process reengineering

- Ability to navigate ambiguity, manage multiple priorities, and work under pressure.

- Knowledge of Software Lifecycle, Agile and Waterfall project methodologies, ITIL

- English Level: C1 or higher

- Successful teamwork experience and demonstrated leadership abilities are required

- Able to manage sudden and frequent changes in the activities and priorities

- Ability to understand and navigate the management structure, politics, and culture of the organization

- Excellent negotiation skills

- Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Outstanding presentation skills.

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