Alternative Solutions Closing Expert

Alternative Solution deals are by nature (due to their structure) very complex and require specific knowledge to draw out the substance of what those contracts mean economically and how they should be reflected in SCOR ‘s financials.

As part of the GCAO team and within the P&C controlling and closing team, the position will be focused on AS deals accounting and closing controlling:

- Analyse AS deals in order to determine proper accounting methodology
- Follow up of accounting position
- Develop reporting and specific analysis on AS deals
- Enhance the controlling framework around AS deals
- Identify operational blocking points ahead of contracts initialization

The position will as well participate to the overall P&C technical closing process

Within P&C central closing and controlling team, this position will be mainly dedicated to Alternatives Solutions accounting and reporting activities across closing GAAPs (IFRS4, EBS and IFRS17) working closely with underwriting and other finance teams.

Main activities will be:
1. Support and follow the implementation and the accounting of Alternative Solutions deals under all GAAPs (baseline and IFRS17)

The employee will be in particular in charge of:

- Analyse AS deals in order to determine proper accounting methodology (including Group accounting scheme) under baseline and IFRS17 in close relation with the Center of Excellence department
- Follow up of accounting position and ensure results consistency (especially considering contracts economic reality)
- Work closely with Actuarial and Financial analytics team as well as with AS underwriting team to ensure that material deals that need referral are identified and accounted for in a timely manner & to support the economic analysis of those deals
- Develop reporting and specific analysis on AS deals
- Be the main point of contact across the teams (business and finance) as the AS implementation expert
- Ensure the controlling framework around AS deals is developed, strong and efficient
- Identify operational blocking points ahead of contracts initialization

2. Participate to the closing activities accross all GAAPs (baseline, IFRS 17 and Solvency II) supporting other members of the team in:

- Production of closing deliverables
- Participation to the implementation of controls already developped

3. Participate to ad hoc projects or workstreams as needed

**Experience**:

- Minimum 3 to 5 years in a (re)insurance company’s finance or technical department, or in a consulting / audit firm in the (re)insurance area
- Experience in P&C business

**Personal competencies**:

- Expertise in results’control and analysis/reporting
- Expertise in reinsurance business or retrocession would be appreciated
- Knowledge in IFRS17 and/or Solvency II environments
- Accounting skills would be appreciated

**Soft skills**:

- Curious
- Flexible
- Rigorous
- Proactive
- Ability to work in a project mode

**Digital competencies**:

- Expertise with IT tools (Business objects / Excel, Tableau)
- Power point knowledge
- Some basic knowledge on R is a plus

**Required Education**:

- Master’s degree (Bac+5) or above, in Finance / Audit / Controlling with strong analytical skills
- Actuarial knowledge is a plus

SCOR, the 4th largest reinsurer in the world, provides insurance companies with a diversified and innovative range of solutions and services to control and manage risk. Leveraging experience and expertise to deliver “The Art & Science of Risk”, SCOR provides cutting-edge financial solutions, analytics tools and services in all areas related to risk - from Life & Health and Property & Casualty insurance to Investments. Our specialized teams operate in over 160 countries, fostering long-term relationships with clients.

In order to provide our clients with a broad range of innovative reinsurance solutions, SCOR pursues an underwriting policy that is founded on profitability and supported by effective risk management strategy and a prudent investment policy. This approach allows us to offer clients an optimum level of security, to create value for shareholders, and to contribute to the welfare and resilience of society by helping to protect insureds against the risks they face.

At SCOR, we believe that employing people from different backgrounds and ensuring inclusivity is a major driving force for the success of the Group. We are committed to fostering a work environment in which all employees are treated fairly and respectfully, have equal access to opportunities and resources, and can contribute fully to SCOR’s success.