Account Assistant – FTC

Davies Group; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance sector is looking for an Accounting Assistant on a fixed-term contract in Ipswich. This role involves supporting financial and management reporting, preparing statutory accounts, and collaborating with international finance teams. Ideal candidates will be part-qualified accountants with strong analytical skills and a background in financial reporting. Join a talented team and enjoy benefits like a performance-based bonus and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

Performance-Based Bonus Scheme

Contributory Personal Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Permanent Health Insurance (PHI)

Annual Season Ticket Loans

Employee Share Plan

Work from Home Allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in financial reporting, ideally in insurance or reinsurance.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting systems.
• Effective communicator and team player.

Responsibilities

• Assist with quarterly and annual financial reporting.
• Prepare statutory accounts and regulatory returns.
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Process revenue and expense entries.
• Support internal reporting and audits.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

Part-qualified accountant

Tools

Excel

Accounting systems

Job description

Job Title:Accounting Assistant (FTC)
Location:Ipswich

Purpose of the Role:Support financial and management reporting, statutory accounts, and regulatory submissions for managed portfolios. Provide accounting support to international finance teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with quarterly and annual financial reporting
• Prepare statutory accounts and regulatory returns
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts
• Process revenue and expense entries
• Support internal reporting and audits
• Collaborate with international teams and external auditors

Skills & Experience

• Part-qualified accountant or equivalent experience
• Background in financial reporting, ideally in insurance or reinsurance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Excel and accounting systems
• Detail-oriented with good organisational skills
• Effective communicator and team player

Why Apply?

• Performance-Based Bonus Scheme
• Contributory Personal Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Permanent Health Insurance (PHI)
• Annual Season Ticket Loans
• Employee Share Plan
• Work from Home Allowance