Expense Data Analyst (Part-Time, Job-Share and Full-Time)

Location: Flexible

At Zurich, we are committed to supporting every employee to progress in their careers and therefore encourage internal moves through a transparent posting and selection process. We also ask you to inform your current line manager about your application beyond the first interviews in the spirit of transparency.

The opportunity: 

An excellent opportunity has arisen in the UK Planning and Performance Management (PPM) Expenses team, focussed on increasing our centralised processing capabilities and driving forward our digital transformation journey, making a real difference to our ways of working. This new role has been created within the team alongside a transformation project focussed on delivering change, presenting an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to make a real impact.  

To be successful in the role, you’ll be energetic and inquisitive, with a drive to develop and build on your existing skill set.  You’ll be confident in collaborating with multiple teams, resilient and able to adapt to changing priorities.  You’ll demonstrate clear ownership of tasks and an ability to effectively prioritise deliverables.

You’ll be working as part a team responsible for the accounting, reporting, forecasting and planning of the UK direct expense base, across both its P&C and Life businesses.  As a PPM team, we pride ourselves on providing real value add and delivering for our customers, being dynamic and agile with a thirst for learning.  You’ll be part of a diverse and experienced team, operating in a place where you can develop and grow.

Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren’t available full-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.

What will you be doing? 

• Responsible for on time and accurate delivery of assigned regular tasks.
• Provide ad-hoc data analysis.
• Identification of opportunities to simplify and streamline processes and tasks, working with stakeholders to fully understand current process challenges and complexities.
• Lead on continuous improvement projects to enhance models and reporting processes.
• Design robust and effective solutions that align with our transformation journey and principles of simplification and standardisation.
• Drive forward implementation and manage transition, tracking progress and communicating status to customers / management.
• Create and maintain control and process documentation.
• Provide technical support to the wider team and assist with query resolution.
• Build strong relationship with the Finance Transformation team to leverage and share knowledge and expertise and ensure optimal solutions for Finance as a whole.

What are we looking for?

• High level of computer and data literacy (eg. SQL, Excel, Power BI / Query / Automate
• Experience of SAP and PAX desirable but not essential.
• Good understanding of financial mechanics and accounting principles
• Strong problem-solving skills and a high level of agility
• Good customer focus – a keenness to understand other people’s challenges and help identify solutions.
• Innovative and curious, a quick learner who demonstrates ownership and accountability for tasks, able to operate with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple deliverables.
• Enthusiastic, professional and positive attitude who thrives operating within a diverse and dynamic team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

What happens next?

As an inclusive employer we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You’ll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.

Who we are:

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet.

With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry.

We’ve made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other’s wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.

If you’re interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions – then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.

Our Culture: 

At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we’ve won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic.

We’ve an environment that places a real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We’re also committed to continuous improvement and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.

We’re passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we’ve awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million. #li_hybrid

So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.