About this role
Let's connect: If you want to experience how things are done in the GFA-ACR General Ledger E+S team at our headquarters in Hannover / Germany, join us on a permanent basis, commencing at the earliest possible date as a Financial Accountant Group Accounting HGB, IFRS and Finance Transformation . Launch your career in international accounting and take on a wide range of responsibilities from day one, including financial reporting under HGB and IFRS, regulatory reporting, and the continuous improvement of our finance processes.
You can look forward to
- Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements and take ownership of forecasting and planning processes under HGB and IFRS for companies within the Hannover Re Group
- Be responsible for the calculation, posting and analysis of reserves in SAP FI GL
- Coordinate, amongst other activities, intercompany reconciliations and implement accounting adjustments and corrections
- Drive the transformation of Accounting through the migration to SAP S/4HANA and continuously enhance processes with a focus on future readiness
You come equipped with
- Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting or a comparable field of study
- Several years of professional experience in the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements and/or in forecasting and planning processes under HGB and IFRS
- Experience within the (re)insurance industry would be advantageous
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with solid knowledge of SAP FI GL and, ideally, SAP S/4HANA
- Fluent German and English language skills, both written and spoken
- A strong interest in digitalisation, automation and the continuous improvement of accounting processes, combined with a collaborative and communicative approach to work
You may not meet every requirement listed in the job description. However, if you bring strong expertise and identify with our values Responsibility, We-spirit and Drive, we look forward to receiving your application!
We offer you
- Flexibility : A hybrid work model with flexible working hours and 30 days of annual leave
- Work Abroad : Up to 30 days a year within the EU Member States, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland
- Financial Benefits : Company pension scheme, employee shares at favourable conditions, vacation and Christmas allowances as well as financial participation in the company's success
- Worry-free Relocation : Wrap-around (financial) support for your accommodation search and relocation to Hannover
- Lifelong Learning : Innovative programme of further training, including e-learning, specialist seminars, soft skills training, language courses, opportunities for work shadowing in other departments
- Digital Fitness : In short training sessions, we show you how to make your daily work more efficient and smarter using our AI tools – especially Microsoft Copilot
- Healthy Work Environment : Ergonomic workstations, outstanding canteen with rich selection of regional dishes ranging from vegan to hearty made with organic ingredients
- Corporate Fitness : Epassi membership (formerly Hansefit) across Germany or at Daily Fitness gym in Hannover (here also with access for family members)
- Corporate Benefits : Discounts on products and services from well-known vendors (including travel, fashion and technology)
- Individual Family Support : Company daycare facility and free, anonymous external counselling on personal, professional and psychological matters
- Mobility : Ease of mobility with a free pass on local public transport (Deutschlandticket) and bicycle leasing (JobRad) [only for permanent contracts], free parking and electric charging stations for cars and bikes
- Connecting Power : Together we enjoy parties, team events and internal networking activities
We are #somewhatdifferent – people with their own stories, experiences, and career paths. Everyone is welcome! Apply with just one click on the „Apply now“-button and become part of our diverse team! We'd love to hear about your skills and experiences. No need to upload a photo – it won't impact your application.
More on our work environment, your entry opportunities and development prospects can be found at www.hannover-re.com/en/career .
Sophie Methner | Hannover Re | [email protected]