Systems Consultant - Life Global Accounting (m/f/d)*

As an appreciated partner, Reinsurance Accounting (RIA) provides timely and reliable accounting information to internal and external stakeholders. We act passionately to support business value creation while relying on harmonized processes, methods and tools to efficiently lead global operations.

We are a global, diverse team of highly motivated experts, value open communication and are eager to actively help shape the RIA of tomorrow.

Within this dynamic environment, the Global Life & Health Team – International Office Collaboration and IFRS17 Closing & Operational Guidance - is responsible for the interface to the international Life & Health accounting departments, providing accounting support and holding an oversight function for the local technical accounting processes.

We are seeking a qualified and dedicated professional to strengthen our team in this interesting and dynamic environment. As a consultant, you are responsible for the maintenance and development of the global RI accounting systems. You will support the global user community within the Life and Health accounting organization to solve complex system issues, particularly related to SAP FPSL. You will also act as the main interface on these topics  to the IT departments based in Munich.

Within our hybrid working model you will report to your Head of Section within our Global Life Accounting Department.

Your Job

• Play a key role providing RI accounting system support and oversight globally, particularly for SAP FPSL.
• Work closely with various stakeholders to ensure consistent SAP FPSL system usage globally.
• Coordinate the system requirements process (incl. all testing activities) from an accounting perspective and ensure the correct and timely implementation of feature and change requests.
• Support the quality assurance activities by developing and implementing reporting functionalities and  performing technical validation checks.
• Represent RIA1.5.3 in alignment meetings with central valuation and reporting teams.
• Participate in overarching and group wide projects and working groups.
• Conduct internal and external trainings on system related accounting and closing topics.

Your Profile

• Qualification in Information Technology or Business Administration or a degree in insurance business administration
• Several years of relevant experience in system administration or accounting
• Very good knowledge of SAP-Accounting Systems (e.g. SAP FPSL, ideally also GT & ECON) and Business Warehouse Solutions, e.g. EDWH, including mass data extractions and transformation
• Willingness to learn new system applications (e.g., SAP-Analytics Cloud, PowerBI)
• Interest in accounting topics, especially related to IFRS17
• Willingness to accept and implement challenging topics in a dynamic environment
• Very good analytical and conceptual skills, eagerness to tackle and illustrate complex issues
• Interest in participating in global projects and collaborating with colleagues globally
• Well-presented with a confident demeanor, and the ability to work diplomatically and constructively with interface functions
• Very good planning and organizational skills
• Excellent command of English

Application Instructions

In order to consider your application, we require your application to be submitted via our online applicant portal. In addition to uploading your CV, we recommend writing a cover letter to tell us more about why the position is of interest to you.

About us

As the world's leading reinsurance company with more than 16,000 employees at over 50 locations, Munich Re introduces a paradigm shift in the way you think about insurance. By turning uncertainty into a manageable risk we enable fundamental change. Join us working on topics today that will concern society tomorrow, whether that be climate change, major construction projects, medical risk assessment or even space travel.  

Together we embrace a culture where multiskilled teams dare to think big. We create the new and the different for our clients and cultivate innovation. 

Sounds like you? Push boundaries with us and be part of Munich Re.  Our employees are our greatest strength. That’s why we offer them a wide range of benefits. You can find some examples below.

Unlock your potential

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:we embrace the power of differences and are convinced that diversity fosters innovation and resilience and enables us to act braver and better.
• Continuous Learning: we believe that continuous learning is a key differentiator and critical for building new skills and accelerating growth.
• Career Mobility: we actively support career mobility, and our strong global and regional presence offers a wealth of career growth opportunities for you.

Rewards & Recognition

• Competitive salary: appropriate compensation for your high level of commitment.
• Retirement provision:state of the art in-house pension solutions.
• Work-life balance: promoting the compatibility of family and work in addition to overall work-life balance.
• Health management: focus on your physical and mental health far beyond legal requirements.
• Hybrid working:living the best of both worlds – we offer you a very flexible approach as well as the opportunity to work from abroad on an occasional basis.

* Munich Re not only stands for fairness with regard to its clients; it is also an equal opportunities employer. Severely disabled candidates will also be prioritized, if equally qualified.

Münchener Rückversicherungs-Gesellschaft

Korbinian Rentsch
Talent Acquisition Partner