Lead IT FAR Solution Architect 80-100%

Zurich Insurance; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Zurich Insurance Group is seeking an experienced IT solution architect to own end-to-end architecture for the FAR landscape, spanning Finance Hub, FICO, GRDC, and disclosure management. You will lead design reviews and drive cross-stream technical risk resolution, shaping the analytics platform on AWS and Data Sphere.

The role requires hands-on capability, deep SAP expertise, and strong collaboration with central finance functions to accelerate the financial close cycle.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in IT solution architecture or senior SAP technical consulting.
• Deep hands-on SAP FICO expertise; experience with SAP Group Reporting (S/4HANA) incl. GRDC.
• Knowledge of the FAR chain: Finance Hub, FICO close, GRDC rollups, GR, Disclosure Management.
• Experience with SAP BDC / Data Sphere or similar analytical platform architecture.
• Proven architecture across the existing SAP landscape; hands-on prototyping and specs review.
• Fluent in English; German a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end architecture from Finance Hub ingest through FICO, GRDC, GR, and Disclosure Management.
• Lead solution design for GR/GRDC consolidation flows and upstream FICO dependencies.
• Architect the Finance Hub integration layer and the Disclosure Management connection to GR.
• Shape BDC / Data Sphere as the analytical and automation platform alongside the SAP core, on AWS.
• Partner with central finance functions and business units to accelerate the financial close cycle.
• Own architecture decisions and sign-off artefacts; lead design reviews and resolve cross-stream technical risks.
• Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards, data governance, and security policies.
• Govern Tooling within the System Landscape.

Skills

SAP FICO

SAP Group Reporting

GRDC

Finance Hub

Data Sphere

Solution design

Hands-on prototyping

English

Tools

GRDC

Data Sphere

Finance Hub

Job description

Zurich Insurance Group is transforming its end-to-end Financial Accounting & Reporting (FAR) landscape. Sitting within the Group Technology Organisation, Finance, Investments & Treasury department, you will own solution architecture across the full reporting chain - from Finance Hub into SAP FICO, through GRDC consolidation into SAP Group Reporting, and through to Disclosure Management. Cutting across this chain are strategic platform initiatives around BDC, Data Sphere, and Master Data. This is a hands-on role - you are expected to get into the detail, not just the slide deck.

What You Will Do

• Own end-to-end architecture from Finance Hub ingest through FICO, GRDC, GR, and Disclosure Management
• Lead solution design for GR/GRDC consolidation flows and upstream FICO dependencies
• Architect the Finance Hub integration layer and the Disclosure Management connection to GR
• Shape BDC / Data Sphere as the analytical and automation platform alongside the SAP core, on AWS
• Partner with central finance functions and business units to accelerate the financial close cycle
• Own architecture decisions and sign-off artefacts; lead design reviews and resolve cross-stream technical risks
• Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards, data governance, and security policies
• Govern Tooling within the System Landscape

What You Bring

• 8+ years in IT solution architecture or senior SAP technical consulting
• Deep hands-on expertise in SAP FICO, Experience in SAP Group Reporting (S/4HANA), including GRDC as advantage
• Understanding of the full FAR chain - Finance Hub, FICO close, GRDC rollups, GR, Disclosure Management
• Experience with SAP BDC / Data Sphere or comparable analytical platform architecture is a strong advantage
• Experience designing and building solutions across the existing Landscape
• Comfortable at code/config level - prototyping, reviewing specs, validating implementations hands-on
• Fluent in English; German is a plus

What Makes This Role Distinct

This is not a single-product assignment. You will architect across the entire financial reporting value chain - from the first byte entering Finance Hub to the last number published in a disclosure report - while shaping the next-generation analytical platform on BDC and AWS. The expectation is simple: you lead by doing and getting things done.

You belong here.

Imagine working in one of the world's most sustainable workplaces. At Quai Zurich Campus, you'll enjoy an environment designed to help you thrive, with benefits that support your well-being and impact, and opportunities to perform at your best, surrounded by top talent and supportive colleagues.

You'll have access to healthy food options, fitness facilities, and bright, collaborative spaces that spark creativity. Located in the heart of Zurich on the shores of Lake Zurich, the campus offers excellent public transportation links, making your commute simple.

Grow with us through access to learning resources, on-the-job development, and continuous empowerment and support. Be part of a team that is creating a brighter future together.

About Us

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.

We look forward to receiving your online application today!

Why Zurich

At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right?

We are an equal opportunity employer who knows that each employee is unique - that's what makes our team so great!

Join us as we constantly explore new ways to protect our customers and the planet.

• Location(s): CH - Zürich
• Remote working: Hybrid
• Schedule: Full Time