Job Description
Business Analyst:in Finance Accounting

Deine Aufgaben

  • Drive the further development and functional ownership of our insurance subledger platform (Snowflake / Global Accounting Database)
  • Contribute to the design and implementation of a multi-GAAP accounting solution, providing standardized financial data from a single source of truth
  • Support finance transformation initiatives, including the implementation and replacement of accounting systems, particularly within international SAP S/4HANA rollout programs
  • Analyze, define, and document business requirements while continuously enhancing accounting logic and related financial processes
  • Translate business needs into solution designs, epics, features, and user stories in close collaboration with Product Managers, Product Owners, and agile delivery teams
  • Act as a key liaison between Finance and IT, ensuring effective collaboration across Accounting, Actuarial, Controlling, Reinsurance, and technology teams
  • Support the delivery of financial data required for quarter-end and year-end closing activities, including implementation oversight and documentation of results
  • Prepare management reports, presentations, and decision-making materials for global stakeholders, while evaluating market trends and industry best practices

Dein Profil

  • Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Business Information Systems, Finance, or a related field with a focus on Accounting and Finance, or equivalent relevant professional experience
  • Several years of experience in business analysis and/or financial architecture, ideally as a Business Analyst or Insurance Financial Analyst within the financial services or insurance industry
  • Experience in primary insurance and/or reinsurance as well as in accounting, auditing, or audit-related consulting is an advantage
  • Experience working in agile environments and projects (e.g., Scrum, SAFe), preferably within the insurance sector
  • Strong knowledge of HGB, IFRS (including IFRS 17), and Solvency II, combined with in-depth expertise in insurance accounting and financial closing processes
  • Strong affinity for technology and hands-on experience with SAP solutions (including SAP FI/CO and SAP Insurance Analyzer) as well as SQL-based data analysis and database querying
  • Excellent analytical and numerical skills, coupled with a structured, self-driven, and results-oriented working style as well as strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Fluent German and English language skills, both written and spoken (minimum C1 level)



Flexible working hours

Flexitime arrangements and flexible working time models allow for a perfect work-life balance – however it suits you.




Health management

Stay healthy with us: thanks to preventive measures, a wide variety of sports and various partnerships.




Mobile working

Whether from home or on the road – our remote working model (up to 60 % mobile) offers you more freedom and independence.




Further training

We satisfy your thirst for knowledge – for example with further training, subject-specific seminars or work and study programmes.

 

Be You!

For us, the focus is on people. We live a corporate culture of openness and appreciation - we guarantee equal opportunities for all employees and candidates. This creates an environment in which personal potential can be developed in the best possible way.

Information at a Glance
Segment:  HDI Global
Job Location:  Hannover, Köln
Requisition ID:  809
Standard Weekly Hours:  38.00
Employee Type:  Full time
Duration of employment:  permanent
Contact:  Oliver Schuster

 Hire date: flexible

 Learn more:
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Take off with HDI Global!

As one of the world's leading industrial insurers for more than 120 years, we have mastered challenges through our expertise, our pioneering spirit and a sense of community, qualities that position us well for the future. We offer you the opportunity to break new ground and develop together.