Investment Accounting & Reporting Associate Director

We Are Waiting for You

Hi there! I am Laura, the recruiter for this position. Nice to meet you! First, a little bit about what I like the most about working at ServiZurich: The environment here is incredibly collaborative and innovative. Our tech-driven mindset fosters continuous learning and growth, creating an atmosphere where everyone can thrive. Now, I can't wait to share this exciting journey with you at the Zurich!

Who Are We?

Let me introduce us. You’re reading about Zurich Insurance Group, a global leader in insurance, but this role specifically pertains to ServiZurich. Established in Barcelona in 2006, ServiZurich operates as an integral part of Zurich Insurance Group, providing cutting-edge technological solutions and support to Zurich's local and global business units. In addition to our technological solutions, we excel in investment, administration, and accounting, ensuring comprehensive support for Zurich's diverse operations.

What Can You Expect?

We are pleased to offer an exceptional opportunity for an individual to join our Investment Management team as a key contributor. This role, which is available immediately, will have a significant and lasting impact on our business in the alternative investment funds.

Join Our Investment Management Team!

We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our Investment Management team in Barcelona, with a primary focus on operational tasks related to the Alternative Investment asset classes. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance our expertise and make a significant contribution to our business. In this position, you will play a pivotal role in generating investment accounting and reporting information for our internal clientele. You will be tasked with enhancing and automating our monthly deliverables and ad-hoc reporting procedures. Furthermore, in collaboration with our different stakeholder, you will be responsible for monitoring, evaluating, and improving our finance business procedures.

And you might be thinking: This is great, what will my day-to-day be like, at Zurich? I’m glad you asked.

As an Investment Accounting & Reporting, Associate Director (Alternative Investment) you will have the opportunity to:

• Oversee end-to-end procedures for various alternative investment asset classes within our alternative investment service


• Prepare both local and international accounting principles/statutory and quarterly IFRS financial statements


• Ensure the quality of the variance analysis that supports group IFRS reporting


• Develop analytic dashboards, inclusive of all comments for our internal clients


• Resolve operational issues from other business functions, ensuring efficient, high-quality service when providing procedural advice and/or information


• Enhance data flow and accuracy within the fund's operations


• Use AI in your daily routine


• Work alongside experts in various technological domains.


• Enhance your skills with real-world experience


• Contribute to a team that values your input and creativity

What Makes You a Great Fit?

• A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in accounting


• Familiarity with Alternative Investment products


• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a related field


• Comprehensive understanding of finance, accounting, and operations


• Proficiency in international IFRS as well as local globally accepted accounting principles and regulatory requirements


• Experience in alternative investment accounting and affiliate and associate accounting matters is preferred


• Fluency in English, both written and spoken, German proficiency is a wish too

And What Makes Us Special?

As well as a competitive salary and a yearly bonus , we offer:

• To support your work-life balance, we have adopted a flexible working model.


• Over 300 euros to set up your home office and additional monthly home office allowance.


• Wide range of internal and external trainings, including English, German and Spanish classes depending on the needs.


• Ticket restaurant and Health Insurance with the flexibility to exchange it for other benefits.


• Life and accident insurance.


• Collective Life retirement Plan


• 2000 referral bonus if you bring other talented people like you to the company.


• Special banking and insurance conditions plus Exclusive Employees discounts


• Functional diversity benefits


• Different social clubs such as hiking, investment, beach volley and many more


• Stock options and mortgage benefits.

Where Are We Located?

Via Augusta, Barcelona.

We Are Waiting for You.

At Zurich, we are an equal opportunity employer. We attract and retain the best-qualified individuals available, regardless of race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

ServiZurich– Your Talent, Our Strength

Why Zurich

At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right?

We are an equal opportunity employer who knows that each employee is unique - that’s what makes our team so great!

Join us as we constantly explore new ways to protect our customers and the planet.

• Location(s): ES - Barcelona


• Remote working: Hybrid


• Schedule: Full Time


• Recruiter name: Laura Santamaría Rodríguez