Bratislava, SK
Senior Financial Governance Specialist (Hybrid)
About the Role
You see the big picture — and you drive it. You enjoy owning key topics such as risk assessments, controls, audit advisory, and process improvements. You thrive in an environment that values accountability, innovation, automation and governance excellence. If you're ready to lead initiatives and influence stakeholders, we want you on our team.
In this role, you will:
• Lead and shape improvements of the internal control framework
• Drive risk assessments for major projects
• Oversee Financial Reporting Risk monitoring
• Lead control improvement plan activities and global Risk & Governance projects
• Provide high-impact audit advisory services (internally and externally)
• Supervise and ensure timely resolution of open issues
• Coordinate quarterly control reviews with CFOs
About the Team
The Group Finance Governance team is part of Group Finance and acts as a trusted advisor on financial processes, risks and controls. We partner across the organisation to maintain a strong internal control system, safeguard financial reporting integrity and ensure audit readiness. We drive automation and optimisation initiatives, and we own key aspects of the IFRS governance framework.
About You
• University degree in Economics, Finance or related field
• Strong experience (7+ years) in Finance, Accounting, Insurance, Audit or similar disciplines
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent English (written and spoken)
• Strong business acumen and ability to understand stakeholder needs
• Ownership mentality, ability to lead initiatives and challenge established processes
• Comfort working with ambiguity and complex projects
• Proficiency with Microsoft Power Apps
• Working knowledge of Stargate or similar governance/controls platforms
• Passion for automation, simplification and innovation in financial governance
Our company has a hybrid work model where the expectation is that you will be in the office at least three days per week
For Slovakia the base salary range for this position is between EUR 3,200 and EUR 5,300 per month (for a full-time role).
The specific salary offered considers:
• the requirements, scope, complexity and responsibilities of the role,
• the applicant’s own profile including education/qualifications, expertise, specialization, skills and experience.
In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for additional rewards and benefits.
We look forward to your application!
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About Swiss Re
Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.
Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.
If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience.
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