Senior Controller (m/f/d)* - Global Expense Controlling and Analytics

Company
Munich Re
Location
Munich , Germany

In the Division Reinsurance Controlling (RIC), the responsibilities of controlling and management reporting are bundled together to ensure a uniform controlling process. RIC advises the Reinsurance Committee (RVA), RI-CEO and the RI-CFO in respect of the current economics of the Reinsurance Segment and proper allocation of resources.

 

The Global Expense Controlling and Analytics team acts as the Global Process Owner for expenses and is responsible for budgeting and cost allocation processes. The team is in charge of providing all relevant information and analytics to senior management, especially the Reinsurance Committee and the Reinsurance CFO, to steer the expense base in the business field reinsurance (outside IT). This especially includes the management of the annual expense planning and monitoring processes as well as various ad hoc analysis and presentations. Due to the numerous interfaces involving the division and its involvement in the financial statements, the unit provides an excellent overview of current projects and reporting processes.

 

We are looking for a highly motivated and committed colleague that supports the head of section especially in providing cross-functional analysis and presentations in context of ad-hoc requests, the preparation of board/strategy meetings or the annual planning.   

 

YOUR JOB

• Lead cross-divisional cost development and profitability analysis/projects from a conceptual and data perspective in close cooperation with RIC senior management
• Create structured and compelling presentations on various cost topics and projects for board and senior executive meetings/communication 
• Pro-actively screen the reinsurance segment’s cost base for trends and developments that shall be translated into steering impulses from RIC – in this context collaborate proactively with other RIC departments and senior management
• Coordinate and conduct cost and staff planning, preparing quarterly reports and supporting the areas managed with cost controlling throughout the year including close collaboration with the supported business area and business area controllers
• Support with the further automation and digitalisation of interfaces and processes to further boost the efficiency of cost controlling

 

YOUR PROFILE

• University degree with above-average classification in economics, business administration or comparable subject
• Very strong conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills proven by a multi-year experience in consulting, strategy development and/or a comparable profession
• Experience in controlling, ideally in the primary insurance or reinsurance business
• Excellent communication skills and high ability to work in a project-oriented, flexible work environment 
• Strong ability to work with high volume of numbers and attention to detail
• High levels of motivation and above-average commitment with a strong client and service focus
• Very good command of English
• Very strong knowledge of Excel and Powerpoint

• Ideally, knowledge of SAP-CO, GT, ECON and BO, strong affinity for IT

 

Application Instructions

Please apply through our online portal and upload your CV, as well as your academic reference letters, including school certificates, graduation certificates and transcripts of record for any degrees. If applicable, please also submit reference letters from any previous employers or certificates from any other qualifications you may have. We recommend writing a cover letter to tell us more about why the position and Munich Re is of interest to you.

 

About us

As the world's leading reinsurance company with more than 11,000 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
Ryan Stewart • HR Consultant
Königinstraße 107 • 80802 München • GERMANY