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Investment Accountant

Zurich
Type Permanent
Salary Competitive + excellent benefits
Location Swindon, Wiltshire [South-West England]
Qualifications CIMA, ACCA, ACA qualified or part-qualified studier (or equivalent)
Company Zurich
Contact Apply by email
Reference GW ZAS01

Job description

Investment Accountant

The Opportunity:
Zurich Financial Services Group (Zurich) is an insurance-based Financial Services provider with a global network of subsidiaries and offices in North America and Europe as well as in Asia Pacific, Latin America and other markets. Founded in 1872, the Group is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. It employs approximately 60,000 people serving customers in more than 170 countries.

Working within the Investment Accounting team within Zurich’s UK Life Centre in Swindon, this role will involve providing support to the Tax team in respect of reporting, maintaining data, reconciliation of tax systems and assisting with the production of annual tax computation. The role will require active participation in the delivery of specified deadlines and provide the opportunity to engage with the wider finance community to develop effective working relationships.

The person:
Zurich is keen too secure the top talent from the market for this position with experience gained from within a Financial Services organisation. The successful candidate will ideally be qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or have commenced study towards such qualification. Previous tax and investment experience will also be required along with excellent IT skills and familiarity with SAP. You will be a committed team member with excellent time management capabilities and strong communication skills.

Reward:
In return we are offering an attractive package including competitive base salary dependent on experience, bonus, plus competitive pension, healthcare and excellent flexible benefits. We also have a comprehensive suite of training & development courses available to support your future career prospects. For the successful candidate we offer opportunities for continuous growth and development within a truly global organisation and recognised leader in our field.

For more information and to apply please email your CV.

 


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