Are you a commercially minded finance professional who thrives on turning complex data into meaningful insights? Do you get excited about the intersection of finance, technology, and innovation? If you're ready to make a real impact in a dynamic, fast-evolving environment — this could be your next great move.
We have an exciting opportunity for a talented Financial Analyst to join Swiss Re's Group Finance function in Sydney, Australia This is a role where your financial expertise meets real-world impact — you'll be at the heart of finance transformation, helping to shape reporting capabilities, drive process efficiencies, and embed innovative, AI-enabled solutions across our finance operations.
Whether you're deep in IFRS 17 reporting, streamlining a complex reconciliation process, or piloting a new AI-enabled workflow, you'll be contributing to something that truly matters — both for our business and for the clients we serve globally.
Financial Reporting and Analysis
Partner closely with the regional team to review and validate incoming business into Swiss Re's system landscape, identifying and escalating issues where appropriate
Support the development of reporting capabilities for newly acquired ANZ legal entities
Drive the practical adoption of AI-enabled tools by bridging emerging technologies with business-relevant use cases
Support transition and integration activities across multiple systems, including back-book portfolios, quota share (QS), and prospective business
Perform reconciliations relating to fronting arrangements and cross-border transactions
Support capital analysis and reporting activities
Monitor intragroup retrocession arrangements and associated financial impacts
Assist in maintaining robust controls across IFRS 17 booking processes, including classification and end-to-end reporting
Process Improvement
Evaluate, challenge, and enhance existing financial processes and systems to improve efficiency and reliability
Implement leading practices in process design, automation, and systems usage
Support finance transformation initiatives, including the embedding of AI-enabled workflows
Ensure ongoing compliance with internal controls, governance standards, and corporate policies
Stakeholder Management
Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors and cross-functional teams
Communicate insights, risks, and recommendations clearly to senior management and key stakeholders
Build strong working relationships to support delivery of finance and transformation objectives
The P&C Finance team is part of Swiss Re's Group Finance function and plays a critical role in supporting the financial performance and integrity of the Property & Casualty and Corso business. The team is responsible for financial reporting, analysis, and control across a complex and dynamic portfolio, working closely with regional and global stakeholders to deliver accurate, timely, and insightful financial information. Operating at the forefront of finance transformation, the team is actively embedding innovative technologies and process improvements to enhance reporting capabilities and drive operational excellence.
You are a proactive, curious, and detail-oriented finance professional who brings both technical rigour and a continuous improvement mindset to everything you do. You're comfortable navigating complex, multi-system environments and have a genuine interest in how technology — including AI — can transform the way finance teams operate. You communicate with clarity and confidence, build relationships with ease, and are motivated by delivering high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.
Experience in Insurance/Reinsurance Accounting, ideally within complex reporting environments, with a strong understanding of the industry's financial landscape
Familiarity with IFRS 17 reporting requirements and financial control environments, with demonstrated ability to apply these standards in practice
Proficiency in financial systems and tools, with demonstrated experience working across complex, multi-system finance environments and an interest in emerging technologies, including AI-enabled solutions
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and business recommendations
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; a professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, CA) is preferred
Experience with AI-enabled finance workflows and a track record of driving technology adoption within a finance function
Exposure to capital analysis, intragroup retrocession arrangements, or cross-border transaction reporting
Experience supporting finance transformation initiatives, including system migrations or integrations
Partially qualified actuarial background with strong finance and systems experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders
A curious and self-motivated approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to a rapidly changing environment
Strong integrity and commitment to ethical standards in all aspects of work
Applications for this role will close on 15 June 2026. We look forward to your application!
Our company has a hybrid work model where the expectation is that you will be in the office at least three days per week.
You must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident of Australia to apply for this role.
At Swiss Re, we offer modern working arrangements that allow all employees to adapt to changing work preferences. We provide attractive offices and competitive benefits including 25+ days annual leave, 15 days personal leave, flu vaccinations, and annual health checks.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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 15,000 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.
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The Swiss Re Group is a leading wholesale provider of reinsurance, insurance and other insurance-based forms of risk transfer. Dealing direct and working through brokers, its global client base consists of insurance companies, mid-to-large-sized corporations and public sector clients. From standard products to tailor-made coverage across all lines of business, Swiss Re deploys its capital strength, expertise and innovation power to enable the risk taking upon which enterprise and progress in society depend.
Founded in Zurich, Switzerland, in 1863, Swiss Re serves clients through a network of over 70 offices globally and is rated "AA-" by Standard & Poor's, "Aa3" by Moody's and "A+" by A.M. Best. Registered shares in the Swiss Re Group holding company, Swiss Re Ltd, are listed in accordance with the Main Standard on the SIX Swiss Exchange and trade under the symbol SREN.
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