A Europe-wide group of life insurance companies is looking for a new group CFO. This group is rapidly growing you will be involved in a multitude of cross-border projects and initiatives. Across the organization, you will find flat hierarchies, a trusting corporate culture, and a diverse work environment.
Position:
As CFO, you will be responsible for group consolidation of several international entities, but acting as a hands-on CFO of the Swiss entity.
Tasks and responsibilities:
1. Preparation of annual financial statements, financial reports, and budgets for the entire group as well as the Swiss unit
2. Liquidity planning and management
3. Leading and developing the finance team (7-15 direct reports)
4. Strategic advisory to the management and the board of directors
5. Responsible for controlling (including planning, budgeting, reporting, and cash management)
6. Main responsibility for capital investments
7. Ensuring compliance with defined processes and quality standards
8. Responsibility for adherence to internal and external guidelines
Requirements:
9. Several years of professional experience in finance within the field of Insurance (ideally life insurance)
10. Experience with financial statements, external auditors, and group consolidations
11. Proven experience as a strategic partner to the board of directors.
12. Excellent leadership, adaptability, and stakeholder management skills
13. High integrity and ethical behavior
14. Effective problem-solving skills
15. Fluency in German and English required, both written and spoken, with additional national languages being an advantage
Benefits:
16. Reporting directly to the Group CEO
17. Modern employment conditions, an attractive bonus program, excellent social benefits, and an appealing workplace.
18. An open, straightforward corporate culture.
19. Home office arrangements