CFAS- Senior Accountant

Crawford and Company; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the CFAS division is seeking a candidate to assess business interruption and financial claims, negotiate settlements, and build client relationships. The role requires strong analytical skills and an accountancy qualification. Ideal for those looking to develop in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in claims or insurance is advantageous.
• Demonstrate personal integrity aligned with company values.

Responsibilities

• Assess business interruption and financial claims.
• Prepare detailed reports on analytical work.
• Build relationships with existing clients and identify new business opportunities.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Accountancy Qualification

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Description

• Part of the CFAS division
• Involved in the assessment of business interruption and other financial losses arising on behalf of clients.
• Negotiating and settlement of claims.
• Work within and part of the wider GTS team.
• Travel and undertake site visits and external meetings.
• Marketing and promotion of self and business both internally and externally.

Responsibilities

• Assess business interruption and financial claims both externally and internally.
• Review and analyze financial information.
• Prepare detailed reports on analytical work, including conclusions.
• Visit insurers, reinsurers, claimants, and the insured.
• Communicate regularly with all interested parties, manage interim payments, and prepare reports.
• Calculate and agree on claim settlements, and prepare final reports.
• Assist in developing less experienced team members.
• Build relationships with existing clients and identify new business opportunities.
• Maintain and update files, keeping abreast of legal or technical changes affecting cases.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities for self and team.

Qualifications

• Maintain a customer-focused approach to develop and sustain client relationships.
• Demonstrate personal integrity aligned with company values.
• Communicate effectively at all levels.
• Build and sustain positive working relationships.
• Be solution-oriented to meet targets.
• Show flexibility and resilience in operations.
• Align behaviors with Crawford's RESTORE values.
• Hold an accountancy qualification.
• Experience in claims or insurance is advantageous.
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Provide excellent customer service and organizational skills.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Have proficient Excel skills.
• Focus on quality to deliver high service levels.
• Exhibit high attention to detail.
• Possess dispute resolution skills for effective case management.