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Forensic Accountant |
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Leeds , UK |
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101346331 |
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18/05/2012 (09:48) |
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GFI Partners |
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We are currently recruiting a Senior Manager Forensic Accountant to be based in Leeds.
We are looking for a Senior Manager to work within the Forensic Account sector for a large accounting firm, we are looking for candidates who have had experience in:
Investigation
Disputes
Business Valuation
The Ideal candidate will be ACA qualified (or equivalent) with 5 - 7 years experience within Forensic Accounting.
This is a fantastic role with high level investigation with a great opportunity for career progression.
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Global Head Trade Affairs |
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Non UK |
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101345962 |
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16/05/2012 (09:51) |
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GFI Partners |
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Job Description :
We are recruiting a Global Head Trade Affairs who will be responsible for leading and further developing the global Trade Affairs team. The Trade Affairs team ensures that the flow of goods within the company and between the company and external trading partners complies with trade (import & export) controls and customs regulations. As a Global Head Trade Affairs you will responsible to develop and implement the company's trade & customs compliance strategy and framework, to lead an international team of Trade professionals and to influence the further development of the regulatory framework as a representative of the company.
Your main tasks is to:
Develop, manage and implement a trade strategy across the company
Establish the Trade Affairs team as the trusted business partner for the integrated commercial organization, Lawn & Garden, Production & Supply and R&D in all aspects of trade and customs compliance
Lead and further develop the global Trade Affairs team
Engage and commit and train stakeholders in the trade & customs compliance matters
Maintain and strengthen effective collaboration with corporate functions dealing with adjacent matters, in particular Compliance, Legal and Finance
Contribute pro-actively to the development of innovative solutions to support new business ideas /strategies / products by providing insights and information on developments in the area of trade compliance and trade relations
Advocate trade affairs matters with authorities and other external stakeholders
Requirements :
Masters or bachelor degree (preferably in economics, law, natural sciences, social sciences), preferably with a specialization in international trade OR the equivalent subject matter related experience
Solid business acumen and understanding of the business and its financials
Solid knowledge of all aspects related to import/export control & customs compliance aspects of international trade
5y+ experience in a leadership role in supply chain, compliance or legal
Track record as a successful leader in managing a multi-disciplinary team in supporting and meeting agreed targets of solid performance, and providing timely reliable high quality deliverables
Experience in working with senior business executives
Track record in managing multiple, complex projects and issues within an international multicultural matrix environment
Proven experience in risk management, preferable related to supply chain aspects
Working understanding of international and national trade regulations to the movement of goods
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Global Service Consultant |
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Non UK |
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101345960 |
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16/05/2012 (09:48) |
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GFI Partners |
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Job Description :
The IPZ, is our clients proposition for customers who require a compliant and comprehensive international program to cover their interests and exposures in the countries they operate in.
The IPZ Central Hub is part of IPZ Operations and is a unique team that provides international expertise to the market facing teams and supports the delivery of international insurance solutions to our multinational customers.
Key Accountabilities:
In this role you will deliver consulting and support the implementation of Financial Lines programs from over 20 offices world-wide and be responsible for the coordination with the international network in over 180 territories.
The servicing of IPZ business includes the production of standard local Financial Lines wordings, with main focus on D&O and Professional Liability. You will also be responsible for managing data in the international systems and for the daily communication with the offices in all continents.
Further, you will contribute to many of the international projects currently in place that support our strategy to grow our international book of business by liaising with Chief Underwriting Officers, product managers, claims, distribution and other departments.
Requirements:
To your solid education you should add a good understanding of financial lines or other Lines of business/products. We expect a highly communicative, customer-focused team player with initiative and with a global mindset. You should also have fluent written and spoken English, strong quality focus, good planning and organisation skills
A further fluent language, international experience, PowerPoint and Excel knowledge are desirable.
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Audit Portfolio Manager Global Life |
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Non UK |
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101345958 |
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16/05/2012 (09:43) |
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GFI Partners |
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Job Description :
In thisSwitzerland-based role, you will be accountable for the delivery of a varied and complex portfolio of challenging audits reporting to the Global Life Functional Audit Director. As part of a dynamic and industry leading team, your key tasks will include all aspects of audit management and delivery to the highest quality, in line with our Principles Based Engagement Standards. More specifically, this will include risk assessment, audit execution, issue calibration and reporting, and evaluation of staff. Your portfolio will include a combination of globally themed audits of common risks across multiple countries and businesses, as well as individual country-specific audits. From time to time you will direct and deliver high impact topic-based projects including advisory reviews, investigations and other assignments. Audit plan delivery to time and budget will require management of appropriate resources. You will also be expected to input strongly to audit planning and to innovate and proactively contribute to the refinement and strengthening of Group governance and internal audit processes to ensure that these remain appropriate. This will require you to keep abreast of current thinking and industry developments. Also, you will collaborate and co-ordinate as required with external auditors, regulators etc. This role will require regular travel up to 25%.
Requirements:
This role should appeal to a suitably qualified senior manager or director from within the financial services or public accounting sectors. The successful applicant will have significant audit and Life assurance expertise and a deep understanding of the associated financial and other risks. You will have at least 8 years relevant post-qualification experience as an accountant or auditor and be able to demonstrate strong knowledge of relevant markets, products, distribution, operations, regulatory compliance etc. A strong track record of success is essential as is excellent written and spoken English and German. We are looking for a strong, articulate and objective audit manager with excellent people, influencing, and relationship management skills, who can make a real difference.
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Senior Specialist Life / Senior Audit Manager Life |
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Non UK |
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101345956 |
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16/05/2012 (09:40) |
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GFI Partners |
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Job Description :
In this Switzerland-based role, you will be accountable for the delivery of challenging audits mainly in the life business. As part of a dynamic and industry leading team, your key tasks will include all aspects of audit management and delivery to the highest quality, in line with our Principles Based Engagement Standards. More specifically, this will include risk assessment, audit execution, issue calibration and reporting, as well as evaluation of staff. As an auditor in charge you will manage audits in different countries. From time to time you will direct and deliver high impact topic-based projects including advisory reviews, investigations and other assignments. Audit plan delivery to time and budget will require management of appropriate resources. You will work with a broad range of contacts and resources to develop technical, commercial knowledge / business awareness and contribute to the Group Audit global team in terms of professional skills, technical knowledge, energy and motivation. This role will require travel up to 15%.
Requirements
The successful candidate is likely to be either a senior manager from the business with sound knowledge of life business or a qualified accountant/auditor with at least 8 years of experience gained within a public accounting firm and/or relevant industry. You will possess extensive knowledge of one or more Life technical insurance areas and be able to demonstrate contemporary knowledge of relevant markets, products, distribution, operations, regulatory compliance, etc. A strong track record of success is essential as is excellent written and spoken Italian, English and German. We are looking for a strong, articulate and objective senior manager with excellent people, influencing, and relationship management skills, who can make a real difference. Moreover, you should have strong verbal and written communication skills as well as project management skills.
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Quantitative Analyst |
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£100000/annum +Excellent bonus structure |
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London, London |
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101344492 |
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02/05/2012 (16:11) |
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GFI Partners |
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Quantitative Analyst Core FX
We are currently working on behalf of a major investment bank, recruiting a Quantitative Analyst with core FX experience and can write in C++.
We are looking for candidates who have 4 7 years experience within FX, we are currently reviewing candidates at levels from Analyst, Senior Analyst to VP level.
Salary + Bonus will reflect level of experience, if you would like more information in regards to this role, please apply with an up to date CV highlighting relevant FX experience.
Education
Degree within either Theoretical Physics or Real/Pure Mathematics
PHD
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Masterdata & Accounting Specialist |
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Switzerland, Non UK |
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101344093 |
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30/04/2012 (13:23) |
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GFI Partners |
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The Masterdata Team within the Group Controller Department is in charge of the Groups Company Masterdata and the Groups Chart of Accounts. This area as a backbone of the Group consolidation and reporting is a key area in our Financial Reporting & Policies team at Corporate Centre.
In this role, you will be mainly responsible for the timely and accurate maintenance of the Groups Company Masterdata (CMD). This includes tasks like understanding and processing change requests from local businesses (e.g. liquidation requests, requests for mergers and acquisitions), coordination with other stakeholders and involvement in the CMD approval process. You will work with our Corporate Integrated company Master data (CIM) system which serves as single source for company master data and hierarchies combining legal and finance masterdata. You will closely collaborate with key Group stakeholders, in particular with the Group Consolidation Processes team and Group Legal. Furthermore, you continuously improve the CMD process from a Group business side, including interrelations with other systems (e.g SAP SEM BCS). You act as a Group business partner for the local businesses acting as a first point of contact for questions related to the company structure of the Zurich Group. In addition, you will support the Groups Chart of Accounts process, i.e. understanding background and accounting of Group chart of account changes, creation of Group accounts and validation rules in SAP MDM by liaising with key Group and local stakeholders. Both areas provide the opportunity to work in projects and to manage the masterdata related changes resulting from the projects.
To your university degree or equivalent (preferably in business administration, accounting or business informatics), you should ideally have 2 to 3 years work experience in the financial industry and/or Masterdata Change Management. We expect you to have strong accounting skill, most proficient Excel skills and an understanding of consolidation theory. SAP work experience is an asset. We are looking for a flexible, persistent, pro-active and team-oriented personality with efficient and precise working methods.
Fluent in English and preferably also in German
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