Forensic Accountant

Royal & Sun Alliance Insurance Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider is seeking a fully qualified accountant to provide financial expertise in assessing and resolving complex business interruption claims. The successful candidate will analyze financial data, validate claims, and communicate with customers effectively. This role offers hybrid working options, a supportive culture, and a range of employee benefits including annual bonuses and health support. Candidates who meet the core criteria are encouraged to apply, promoting diversity and inclusion within the workplace.

Benefits

Annual discretionary bonus

Up to 11% pension contributions

Hybrid working + flexible hours

25 days annual leave + bank holidays + buy/sell options

Health & wellbeing + virtual GP

Career development and mentoring

Inclusive culture + employee networks

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of business interruption and financial loss assessment.
• Ability to interpret and evaluate detailed financial data.
• Good communication skills for explaining financial concepts.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist financial expertise for complex insurance claims.
• Review and evaluate business interruption claims for accuracy.
• Analyse financial data to validate claims and recommend settlements.
• Liaise with customers and stakeholders for claim resolution.

Skills

Financial analysis

Business interruption assessment

Communication skills

Collaborative approach

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACCA)

Job description

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Intact Insurance is the new name for RSA in the UK, Ireland, and across Europe. It's a new name and a new way to do business. Backed by global expertise and a commitment to service that feels different, we're focused on making insurance simpler, faster, and more responsive.

Shape the future

We're leading a transformation in insurance helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. When you join us, you're not just taking a job, you're stepping into a career where you can make a real difference.

Grow with us

We're customer-driven, community-focused, and committed to helping our people grow. Whether you're early in your journey or bringing years of experience, we'll support you with the tools, flexibility, and opportunities to thrive.

Win as a Team

This is a key technical role within Intact, providing expert accountancy support on large and complex insurance claims, with a particular focus on business interruption losses. As part of the wider claims function, you'll play a vital role in ensuring fair and accurate settlements, protecting the business from financial exposure while delivering exceptional service to customers. This position offers the opportunity to work across a wide range of high value commercial property, construction, and engineering claims, combining analytical expertise with meaningful impact in a collaborative and supportive environment.

You’ll make an impact by:

In this role, you will provide specialist financial expertise to support the assessment and resolution of complex insurance claims.

• Review and evaluate business interruption claims, ensuring accuracy and alignment with policy terms and financial standards.
• Analyse complex financial data to validate quantum and provide clear, evidence‑based recommendations for settlement.
• Liaise with customers, loss adjusters, and reinsurers to ensure transparent communication and timely resolution of claims.
• Provide technical guidance and referrals to colleagues across the business to support consistent and high quality claim outcomes.

Your skills and experience:

To be successful in this role, you will bring good financial experience, analytical ability, and a collaborative approach to complex claims handling.

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA) with a solid understanding of business interruption and financial loss assessment.
• Ability to interpret and evaluate highly detailed financial data, producing clear and accurate BI calculations.
• Good communication skills with the ability to explain financial concepts to non‑financial stakeholders.
• Commercially aware, pragmatic, and able to balance technical accuracy with customer focused outcomes.

Why you’ll love it here

Being part of our team means you'll have the support and freedom to bring your best self to work each day. As a permanent member, here's what you can look forward to:

• Annual discretionary bonus
• Up to 11% pension contributions
• Hybrid working + flexible hours
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + buy/sell options
• Health & wellbeing + virtual GP
• Career development and mentoring
• Inclusive culture + employee networks

Our DEI Commitment

We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger. We're proud to foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.

As an Equal Opportunity and Disability Confident Employer, we ensure fair consideration for all applicants and offer interviews to all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.

We understand that everyone's circumstances are different and are happy to explore flexible working options such as reduced hours or job shares to support work‑life balance.

If you meet the core criteria but not every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. Let's explore how this role could support your next career step. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know we're here to support you.