Financial Accountant - Insurance

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance broker based in the City of London is seeking a Financial Accountant with over 5 years of experience, particularly within the insurance sector. This role involves producing management accounts, preparing journals, and ensuring compliance with regulatory changes. The position offers a competitive daily rate and opportunities for occasional remote work, fostering a supportive and developmental work environment.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Training and development from day one

Occasional remote work available

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of experience in a finance function.
• Mandatory experience working with an insurance company.

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounting and reports.
• Prepare general ledger journals and monthly revenue reporting.
• Develop reporting solutions continually.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Accounting software proficiency

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Financial Accountant - Insurance, London

Client: Hays

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

Job Description:

Your new company

You will be joining a global Lloyds insurance broker in the City of London who has been established in the insurance industry for over 50 years. They are seeking an experienced financial accountant with prior knowledge of working within an insurance finance team. You will join a finance team of 18, reporting to the finance director.

Your new role

• Produce monthly management accounting and reports on a strict timetable for various business units within the group.
• Prepare general ledger journals, including international payrolls.
• Handle monthly revenue reporting, including posting and reconciling technical ledgers.
• Prepare month-end journals, including intercompany and recurring charges.
• Own and prepare balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving issues.
• Assist with VAT and tax return data, including overseas entities.
• Develop reporting solutions continually.
• Provide ad-hoc management reporting and financial analysis.
• Stay updated with regulatory and legal changes.
• Maintain accurate records on company systems.
• Respond to urgent issues promptly and accurately.
• Create and update processes and procedures relevant to the role.

What you'll need to succeed

• Over 5 years of experience in a finance function.
• Experience working with an insurance company is mandatory.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

What you'll get in return

You will receive a competitive daily rate and be part of a growing organization. You'll join a friendly, close-knit team that supports your training, onboarding, learning, and development from day one. There's an option for occasional remote work to promote work-life balance. When in the City of London office, you'll be in a fantastic area close to multiple transport links.

What you need to do now

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