Business Solution Architect - Finance Transformation (temporary)

Define and evolve the end to end solution architecture for Group Finance processes (planning, consolidation, reporting, analytics and performance management). Ensure each process is supported by the most suitable platform (e.g. SAP Group Reporting for consolidation, Anaplan for planning, Databricks for data and analytics), avoiding duplication and custom “shadow IT”. Translate requirements into solution designs, integration patterns and implementation options, balancing standardisation, flexibility and cost. Challenge and refine business requirements to fit platform capabilities and long term architecture principles. Define how Finance platforms integrate (SAP, Anaplan, Databricks, reporting/BI tools) to deliver consistent, governed data for planning and reporting. Contribute to the Finance data architecture (data domains, models, flows, lineage) and ensure that key data (actuals, plans, scenarios, KPIs) is managed as a single source of truth. Support solution review and design authority processes, ensuring new initiatives adhere to agreed architecture. Act as lead Business Solution Architect across key Finance Transformation projects and technology initiatives. Provide guidance to project teams on solution options, trade offs and technical risks. Review key design artefacts (solution designs, interface specs, data models) and support issue resolution. Collaborate closely with Group Finance leadership, BU Finance, Group IT, data/analytics teams and platform owners. Explain complex architecture topics in clear business language and build consensus around design decisions. Contribute to communication and education on the target Finance technology landscape. Propose improvements to the Finance architecture, including better use of Anaplan and Databricks, standardisation of data and simplification of the system landscape.

Zurich is a leading multi-line insurer, serving over 82 million customers in more than 200 countries and territories with more than 65,000 employees. For over 150 years, Zurich has been transforming insurance – offering not just protection, but also prevention services that promote well-being and climate resilience. Guided by our purpose to ‘create a brighter future together,’ we aim to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world.

• Strong experience in Finance / Group Finance processes, such as planning and forecasting, consolidation, reporting, performance management or capital management.

• Proven track record in solution architecture or senior business/IT design roles within Finance transformation programmes.

• Experience with SAP finance platforms (e.g. S/4HANA Finance, SAP Group Reporting) and their role in Group reporting.

• Knowledge of Anaplan and Databricks is a strong advantage.

• Solid understanding of data and integration architecture

• Experience working in complex, global programmes, preferably in the insurance or financial services sector.

• Ability to lead solution design across multiple projects, balancing strategic direction and pragmatic delivery.

• Strong stakeholder management skills; comfortable working with senior Finance and IT stakeholders, platform owners and external partners.

• Structured, analytical and solution oriented mindset.

• Ability to simplify complexity and communicate clearly to non technical audiences.

• Strong collaboration skills and a “one team” attitude, supporting both Finance and IT colleagues.

• Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional languages are an advantage.