Subject Matter Expert Finance

Job Description

Function description

The Subject Matter Expert has an in-depth understanding in/ knowledge of one specific topic

That expertise necessarily implies the ability to perform any related tasks at a master level. In the specific SME role

• Supporting Cardif in terms of Reporting / Control / Consolidation, in order to improve/optimise the performances Cardif : delivering and managing comprehensive and detailed financial and non-financial management data on regular basis;
• Expert role: widely recognised as an authority in their chosen field of expertise, they will give advice in specific areas : provide ad-hoc analysis
• Providing (proactive) advice or specialised Finance services to the Cardif Finance organisation

Principal responsibilities:

• Acquiring and developing a knowledge base: gathering, organizing and updating financial and non-financial performance data in order to assist the finance controllers. Monitoring the relevance, consistency and exhaustiveness of data. Participating in targets, budget and forecast cycles
• Constantly looking for the best way of doing things, and examining alternative solutions/strategies in order to meet the needs of Cardif : optimizing process/tools so as to improve reporting according to quality standards
• Ensuring consistency across BE & NE Carif entities
• Recognising the main areas of vulnerability/improvement in a complex environment, assisting management for specific analysis and advising it on performance.
• Being able to apply solutions pragmatically and focused on activities.
• Develop PMO Finance function

Acting as a change management agent and offering solutions and support to Finance teams.

• Checking results and adapting advice or services when this proves necessary.
• Taking stock of, analysing and evaluating the procedures, processes and tools/systems concerned in order to identify the problems and make proposals for improvement.
• Initiating and developing small 'projects' linked to their area of activity, Reporting / Control / Consolidation and monitoring these.

Education

Master's degree in economics or similar qualification

Required Experience

8-10 years of relevant experience in Finance (accounts reporting, control or consolidation processes)

Technical Experience

Mandatory

• Bank accounting
• Accounting and Financial reporting
• Strong MS Office (Excel & Access) skills
• Experience in Project Management

Preferable

• IFRS 17 knowledge

Business Experience

Mandatory

• Having the knowledge and experience to complete and deliver high quality work on time.
• Capable of working and thinking in accordance with the considerably diversified procedures and standards in the Finance sectors

Preferable

• Insurance business in Belgium

Soft Skills

• Accuracy
• Strong analytical and synthesis skills
• Team spirit
• Risk awareness
• Organisational sensitivity
• Autonomy
• Problem-solver
• Communication skills
• People Management skills