Accountant III

Swiss Re · Bengaluru

  • Experience7–9 yrs
  • SalaryNot disclosed
  • Work modeonsite
  • Posted23 Sept 2026

About Swiss Re

Swiss Re is hiring in Bengaluru in insurance. This role looks for around 7+ years of experience.

Skills

  • IFRS 17
  • financial statement analysis
  • GAAP
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Access

The role

An accountant at a global insurance and reinsurance company validates IFRS 17 reporting, analyzes financial statements, and resolves reporting variances while supporting GAAP frameworks and insurance accounting. The role also applies Microsoft Excel and process improvement to strengthen reporting controls and finance transformation.

Full job description

As an Accountant III in the IGR Validation and Adjustments team, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial results within a dynamic global finance environment. You will support IFRS 17 accounting and reconciliation activities, drive resolution of complex reporting issues, and contribute to meaningful process improvement and finance transformation initiatives. This is a role where your analytical mindset, collaborative spirit, and passion for high-quality financial reporting will truly shine.

Key Responsibilities

Perform IFRS 17 reporting validations and analysis , ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial results across reporting cycles

Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities , contributing to timely and reliable financial reporting

Investigate and resolve reporting issues, variances, and stakeholder queries , delivering clear and well-reasoned solutions

Collaborate with local and global stakeholders across Finance, Reporting, Operations, and Technology to ensure timely issue resolution

Drive automation, simplification, and process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and control across assigned processes

Support finance transformation and change initiatives , contributing to the evolution of reporting frameworks and tools

Ensure data quality, governance, and audit readiness across all assigned processes and deliverables

About the Team

The IGR (Intra Group Retrocession) team is a key part of GFOT, supporting quarterly valuation and closing activities across IFRS 17, US GAAP, and Statutory reporting. We ensure the accuracy and reliability of financial results through validation, contract management, investigation of exceptions, and coordination of adjustment activities across business functions. As a globally connected team, we partner closely with Finance, Reporting, Operations, and Technology teams to strengthen controls, drive process improvements, and deliver high-quality financial reporting. Joining us means becoming part of a team that values collaboration, intellectual curiosity, and a commitment to excellence.

About You

You are a detail-oriented finance professional who brings both technical depth and a collaborative mindset to everything you do. You communicate complex financial topics with clarity and confidence, and you thrive in fast-paced, globally connected environments. You are curious, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement - always looking for smarter ways to work.

We are looking for candidates who meet these requirements:

Strong understanding of financial reporting processes and IFRS/GAAP frameworks , including reporting controls, close activities, and financial statement analysis

Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Access , with the ability to analyze and process large volumes of financial data efficiently

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills , with the ability to balance attention to detail with a broader business perspective and communicate complex financial topics effectively

CA / Semi-Qualified CA, CFA, MBA (Finance), or Masters degree in Finance or a related discipline

7-9 years of experience in GAAP and/or IFRS financial reporting , ideally within insurance, reinsurance, or a global finance environment

These are additional nice to haves:

Understanding of insurance accounting, financial statements, and reinsurance industry dynamics

Familiarity with income statement, balance sheet, and source of earnings concepts

Working knowledge of Stargate or other AI-related tools

Experience with group consolidation processes

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders across geographies

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a global, matrixed environment

Adaptability, resilience, and confidence when engaging with senior stakeholders

Team-oriented mindset with a genuine commitment to continuous improvement and learning

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