Financial Accountant - 12 Month FTC

MS Amlin Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading (re)insurer in London is seeking a Financial Accountant for a 12-month fixed term contract. This role is pivotal in preparing statutory accounts and Lloyd's regulatory returns. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with strong knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and experience in the Lloyd's market. Enjoy a competitive salary with a flexible hybrid working model, involving three days a week in the office.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance related discretionary bonus

Employee benefits supporting mental, physical, financial, and social wellbeing

Hybrid working model allowing flexibility

Qualifications

• Experience with live syndicates is required.
• Knowledge/exposure of Lloyd's syndicate reporting requirements as an accountant or auditor.
• Ideally experience in the Lloyd's market.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present Lloyd's regulatory returns and statutory accounts.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards in Lloyd's Syndicate reporting.
• Produce high quality MI packs and Board papers.

Skills

Qualified accountant - CIMA/ACCA/ACA

Experience in the Lloyd's market

Good written and oral communication

Technical accounting knowledge (UK GAAP and IFRS)

Advanced experience of using Excel, Word, Access

Working knowledge of Solvency II reporting requirements

Tools

Financial software

Accounting software (Oracle)

Job description

Financial Accountant - 12 Month FTC

Location: London

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract

Work Pattern: Full Time

About the Job

At MS Amlin, our Finance team plays a central role in driving the success of our evolving business. As we navigate a period of significant change, the team is central to delivering both financial and regulatory reporting-supporting strategic priorities across the organisation. With 2025 and 2026 set to be pivotal years, we're embedding new ways of working, continuing to report UK GAAP to Lloyd's while implementing IFRS 17 reporting for Head Office.

It's an exciting time to be part of our journey. We're investing in new systems, streamlining processes, and shaping a modern, agile Finance function. We're looking for an energetic, proactive accountant who's ready to make an impact and help build the future of Finance at MS Amlin.

What you'll spend your time doing:

• The preparation and presentation of Lloyd's regulatory returns and statutory accounts, including all Solvency UK reporting;
• Ensuring the production of all Lloyd's Syndicate reporting in line with regulatory requirements and complies with the appropriate accounting standards;
• Continuously seeking to improve and champion automation, deliver Right First Time information and develop processes as systems develop and the Business changes.
• The production of high quality and reliable MI packs and Board papers, providing insight and in-depth analysis to senior stakeholders including the MS Amlin CFO, Chair of the Audit Committee and Head of Strategy, Financial Planning and Performance.
• Work closely with the Regulatory Reporting Manager preparing and producing financial returns for a high level of deliverables.
• Preparation of all regulatory reporting outputs for the syndicates, including QMA, QMB, QSR, SII, QF1/AF1, US Reporting, Canadian Reporting, FCA/PRA reporting, statutory accounts, distribution files, taxation reporting, working closely with the wider Finance team and Data Manager to deliver on time.
• Provide high-quality MI reporting packs to a wide range of stakeholders to support the overall corporate strategy.
• Provide support and guidance for the wider Finance team in the recording of insurance technical and non-technical transactions in the relevant ledgers of the Syndicate, Managing Agency and Corporate member.
• Keep up-to-date with changes to regulatory reporting requirements for the Lloyd's syndicate and all relevant accounting standards, including all department functions with responsibility for Lloyd's deliverables.
• Support in the delivery of ad hoc reporting requirement/requests to support the CFO and requests from Lloyd's, the PRA, Auditors and any Board members.
• Preparation of audit files for management reviews and external auditors, maintaining a professional relationship.
• Working cross-functionally with parties involved in the delivery of regulatory returns, in particular the Finance Operations Team, Actuarial and wider FP&A Team, to ensure the end result is delivered in the timeframe and within standards required.
• Preparation of statutory accounts for group companies, including corporate members, liaising with internal technical experts and external auditors.
• Manage the timely production of reports ensuring that they are in accordance with relevant timetables and there is sufficient time for in-depth management reviews.
• Manage and Production of analytical tools and analytical memos supporting individual reports
• Keeping up with all technical aspects affecting the production of syndicate returns. UK GAAP reporting and new bridge between IFRS17 reporting for Head office.

You're going to enjoy this job if you are...

• A team player who is genuinely passionate about creating an impact in the sustainability space
• A technologically proficient self-starter, and natural networker and communicator,
• Methodical and structured in your work to drive and project manage the journey;
• Analytical, enjoy problem solving and can explain complex data in simple terms;
• A strong critical thinker and demonstrated ability to manage complexity and ambiguity in a fast pace environment
• A strategic mindset with an eye for commercial development and the ability to credibly opine on sustainability frameworks
• Understands the value of diversity in the workplace and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture in all aspects of working life so that people from all backgrounds receive equal treatment, realize their full potential and can bring their full, authentic selves to work; and
• Willing to embrace and live MS Amlin core values.

What you'll need:

• Qualified accountant - CIMA/ACCA/ACA.
• Ideally experience in the Lloyd's market.
• Experience with financial software is required.
• Good written and oral communication.
• Ideally knowledge/exposure of Lloyd's syndicate reporting requirements as an accountant or auditor.
• Experience with live syndicates is required.
• Advanced experience of using Excel, Word, Access.
• Technical accounting knowledge (UK GAAP and IFRS).
• Experience with accounting software (Oracle) desirable
• Working knowledge of Solvency II reporting requirements.

We are stronger together because of our common interests and rich differences. You may be the strength we didn't know we needed. Believe in yourself, and click apply today!

What Can You Expect From Us?

As well as a competitive base salary and performance related discretionary bonus, here is a link to our employee benefits - Benefits of working at MS Amlin | MS Amlin

Hybrid Working

At MS Amlin we operate a hybrid working model to empower our people with flexibility to blend where they work. We value collaboration and believe that we work better together, our teams typically do 3 days a week in the office.

About MS Amlin

MS Amlin is a leading (re)insurer and part of the global MS&AD Group, with operations across Lloyd's of London, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific. With over 120 years of experience, we support businesses facing complex and demanding risks, providing continuity in an uncertain world. Our expertise covers Property, Casualty, Marine, Crisis Management, Natural Resources and Reinsurance, backed by strong underwriting capabilities and deep sector knowledge. At the core of our claims service is TRUST - Transparency, Responsiveness, Understanding, Solution-driven thinking, and Technical expertise. This defines how we manage claims and build lasting relationships.

We will build a workplace where all talent is welcomed, and everyone has the opportunity to influence how the business works. We have dedicated employee resource groups that support our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) goals.

• A competitive salary, and benefits to support your mental, physical, financial, and social wellbeing
• A competitive salary, and benefits to support your mental, physical, financial, and social wellbeing