
- Examine and assess insurance claims involving fire, marine, engineering, property, stock, business interruption and miscellaneous losses.
- Review claim documents, insurance policies, financial statements, books of accounts and supporting records submitted by the insured.
- Conduct spot surveys, final surveys and site inspections to verify the nature, cause and extent of loss or damage.
- Investigate the circumstances and cause of loss and establish relevant facts supporting the claim assessment.
- Verify the ownership, insurable interest and other relevant particulars associated with the insured property or loss.
- Examine damaged property, machinery, equipment, inventory and other assets and correlate physical findings with financial records.
- Validate the accuracy, authenticity and completeness of financial information and supporting documentation submitted with claims.
- Analyse financial and operational information to determine the quantum and monetary impact of insured losses.
- Assess material damage, stock losses, loss of profit, business interruption and consequential losses, wherever applicable.
- Review invoices, purchase records, stock registers, asset registers, bank statements and accounting records to substantiate claimed losses.
- Calculate and evaluate depreciation, salvage value, under-insurance, policy excess, deductibles and other applicable adjustments.
- Interpret policy terms, conditions, warranties, exclusions and coverage provisions while evaluating claim admissibility and liability.
- Conduct financial analysis and reconciliation to establish the validity and value of insurance claims.
- Apply Chartered Accountancy expertise in financial investigation, forensic analysis and evaluation of complex or high-value claims.
- Identify discrepancies, irregularities, unsupported amounts and potential fraud indicators requiring further examination.
- Coordinate with insurers, insured parties, brokers, intermediaries and other stakeholders to obtain information and clarify claim circumstances.
- Liaise with engineers, valuers, technical consultants, investigators and other specialists whenever specialized assessment is required.
- Prepare comprehensive and professionally supported Survey & Loss Assessment Reports covering findings, calculations, policy considerations and conclusions.
- Maintain detailed working papers, calculations, supporting documents and audit trails for every claim assignment.
- Ensure all assessments and reports maintain independence, impartiality, objectivity, accuracy and professional integrity.
- Ensure claim assessments and reporting comply with applicable IRDAI requirements, insurance regulations and relevant professional standards.
- Provide financial analysis, assessment findings and recommendations to insurers and relevant stakeholders for claim settlement consideration.
- Provide clarifications and participate in discussions concerning assessment findings, disputes, arbitration or litigation, wherever required.
- Manage multiple claim assignments and ensure timely completion of surveys, investigations, documentation and reporting.
- Maintain strict confidentiality, professional ethics and regulatory compliance while handling sensitive financial, commercial and insurance-related information.
- Chartered Accountancy & Financial Analysis: Strong expertise in financial accounting, auditing, accounting standards, financial reporting and financial statement analysis.
- Insurance Claim Assessment: Expertise in examining, validating and assessing Fire, Marine, Engineering, Property and Miscellaneous insurance claims.
- Insurance Loss Quantification: Proficiency in determining the quantum of loss, material damage, stock loss and other financial losses arising from insured events.
- Business Interruption & Loss of Profit: Ability to assess business interruption, consequential loss and loss-of-profit claims using appropriate financial data and evidence.
- Insurance Policy Interpretation: In-depth understanding of policy coverage, terms and conditions, exclusions, warranties, deductibles, average clause and other policy provisions.
- Financial & Document Verification: Expertise in scrutinising books of accounts, ledgers, financial statements, invoices, stock registers, bank records and supporting claim documents.
- Forensic Accounting & Investigation: Strong ability to investigate financial information, identify discrepancies, irregularities, inflated claims and potential fraud indicators.
- Asset & Inventory Valuation: Knowledge of stock assessment, inventory valuation, plant and machinery valuation, depreciation, salvage and replacement-cost calculations.
- Site Survey & Physical Verification: Ability to conduct site inspections, physical surveys and asset verification and correlate findings with financial and documentary evidence.
- IRDAI & Regulatory Compliance: Sound knowledge of IRDAI regulations, Insurance Act, 1938, surveyor requirements, professional standards and applicable compliance procedures.
- Loss Assessment Report Writing: Excellent ability to prepare clear, structured, evidence-based and professionally supported survey and loss assessment reports.
- Analytical & Critical Thinking: Strong analytical, investigative and critical-thinking capabilities for evaluating complex financial and insurance claim scenarios.
- Financial Modelling & Data Analysis: Proficiency in MS Excel, financial modelling, data analysis and accounting software such as Tally/SAP for claim calculations and reconciliations.
- Stakeholder Management & Communication: Strong communication skills for effective interaction with insurers, insured parties, brokers, accountants, legal advisors, consultants and technical experts.
- Professional Objectivity & Ethics: High level of independence, objectivity, integrity, confidentiality, professional scepticism and ethical judgement in claim assessments.
- Case Management & Timely Delivery: Strong organisational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple claims, maintain accurate records and complete assessments within prescribed timelines.
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