Accountant

International Association of Insurance Professionals (IAIP); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

International Association of Insurance Professionals (IAIP) in London seeks an experienced accountant to join the Finance Team, overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring accuracy of financial reporting and compliance with US GAAP, IFRS and local regulations.

The role requires 3–8+ years in finance, a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, and pursuing CPA/ACCA/CFA or finalist status. Strong Excel, communication, and Workday familiarity are a plus in a multinational setup across time zones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance.
• Pursuing CPA/ACCA/CFA or finalist status is a plus.
• 3–8+ years in finance and accounting experience.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting software; Workday a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day financial operations and liaise with finance teams.
• Support month-end close, balance sheet schedules, and reconciliations.
• Prepare consolidated/stand-alone financials under US GAAP, IFRS, and local standards.
• Coordinate monthly NAV reports with internal and external teams.
• Participate in finance projects and ad-hoc requests from controllers.

Skills

Communication skills

Excel

Workday Financials

US GAAP

IFRS

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Pursuing CPA/ACCA/CFA or finalist

Tools

Workday Financials

Job description

Position Overview:

We are looking for an accountant to join the Finance Team. Prior experience in accounting, auditing or finance with a proprietary trading firm/investment fund/alternative investment firm is a must. The accountant will assist in day-to-day financial operations of the group, ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial reporting and compliance with accounting principles and regulations.

As a multinational corporation, the company requires the candidate to have excellent communication skills to coordinate with colleagues stationed in different locations and work considering different time zones.

• Assist in the group's day-to-day financial operations. Collaborate with colleagues from the broader finance department and liaise with other relevant parties within the organization.
• Assist in the month-end closing procedures of the group. Prepare monthly balance sheet schedules and conduct monthly account reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenance.
• Assist in preparing consolidated/stand-alone financial statements for the group under US GAAP, IFRS and local reporting standards, in a timely and accurate manner.
• Coordinate with external and internal teams for monthly NAV reports and related schedules.
• Participate in various finance projects /ad-hoc requests from controller and other departments.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field,
• Pursuing an accredited accounting qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CFA or equivalent, or being a finalist in any of these qualifications, would be a plus
• Minimum of 3 - 8+ years of finance and accounting experience; experience with a proprietary trading firm/investment fund/alternative investment firm a plus
• Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and regulations, including US GAAP and IFRS.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software and financial management systems. Workday Financials are a plus.
• Proficient in Excel and adept at using technology.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Self-starter and can work with minimal supervision