Senior Financial Accounting & Regulatory Reporting Specialist (Insurance) – Milan
Descrizione dell'offerta
CONTEXT
Consulting is a management consulting firm present in Luxembourg, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, Geneva, Barcelona, Singapore, and Lisbon. Our values are Family, Fun, and Excellence, and they are an integral part of Taleo’s DNA. Our financial expertise enables us to provide our clients with best practices, as well as tailored and innovative solutions. We work with banks, asset managers, and insurance companies.
About the role
We are currently supporting a leading international financial institution in the search for a Senior Financial Accounting & Regulatory Reporting Specialist to join their teams in Italy.
This role sits at the crossroads of technical accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance , with a strong focus on the insurance sector.
Key responsibilities
Financial Accounting & Reporting
- Manage and produce balance sheet and financial reporting in compliance with local and international standards
- Apply advanced accounting principles, including IFRS 9 (including non-standard applications)
- Ensure accuracy and reliability of financial data related to investment portfolios
- Contribute to group reporting processes, including Solvency II reporting
Accounting, Treasury & Reinsurance
- Oversee general and technical accounting activities (insurance scope)
- Manage treasury-related accounting flows
- Handle tax and VAT compliance, ensuring adherence to local regulations
- Monitor and control reinsurance operations and related financial data
- Perform first-level controls and ensure consistency with internal procedures
Regulatory & Capital Management
- Support capital requirement calculations and regulatory reporting
- Ensure compliance with European and local regulatory frameworks (e.g. EIOPA, IVASS)
- Participate in internal and external audits
- Identify and report operational incidents or discrepancies
Profile
Required experience
- 5–10+ years of experience in financial accounting within insurance or financial services
- Strong expertise in technical accounting and financial instruments
- Proven experience with IFRS 9 and Solvency II
- Experience in reinsurance and regulatory reporting
Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and control mindset
- Ability to work in complex, international environments
- Fluent in English (Italian is a strong plus)
Nice to have
- Experience within large international groups (e.g. banking or insurance leaders)
- Knowledge of specific internal reporting tools or frameworks
- Familiarity with Italian regulatory environment