Insurance Accountant / Reporting

Markerstudy Group; Haywards Heath; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Markerstudy Insurance Group as an Insurance Accountant / Regulatory Reporting Accountant and shape the future of our growing finance team. This role involves building processes and supporting financial and regulatory reporting across multiple insurance entities, with a defined progression plan in place. Successful candidates will have a strong foundation in insurance accounting and the ability to improve processes, as well as mentor junior team members.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in insurance is highly desirable.
• Strong grasp of insurance accounting and regulatory frameworks (Solvency II, IFRS).
• Self-starter comfortable working independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of financial statements.
• Manage month-end close and trial balance reporting.
• Support regulatory submissions and annual/quarterly returns.

Skills

Communication

Analysis

Organisation

Excel

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Sage

Job description

Job Title: Insurance Accountant / Regulatory Reporting Accountant

Location: 1 day per week in Haywards Heath; 4 days WFH

• close to train station
  
  

Join Markerstudy Insurance Group as an Insurance Accountant / Regulatory Reporting Accountant and shape the future of our growing finance team.

About The Role

We’re looking for a qualified and experienced Insurance Accountant to play a key role in our expanding finance function. This position offers a chance to build and shape processes, contribute to strategic decision-making, and support both financial and regulatory reporting across multiple insurance entities.This role has a defined progression plan in place.

The successful candidate will bring a solid foundation in insurance accounting, technical accuracy, and a drive for continuous improvement and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of financial statements and detailed balance sheet reconciliations
• Manage month-end close and trial balance reporting
• Contribute to Solvency II balance sheets and SCR calculations
• Support regulatory submissions and annual/quarterly returns
• Prepare monthly management reports for the CFO reporting pack
• Liaise across the group on board reporting and statutory disclosures
• Oversee banking and payment approval processes
• Support and lead external audits and maintain compliance documentation
• Improve financial and underwriting system integration and efficiency
• Mentor junior team members (once appointed) and foster team learning
  
  

About You

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Previous experience in insurance is highly desirable
• Strong grasp of insurance accounting and regulatory frameworks (Solvency II, IFRS)
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage)
• Self-starter with excellent communication, analysis, and organisation skills
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment
  
  

Why Join Us?

At Markerstudy, we’re not just about numbers, we’re about people, performance, and potential. In this role, you’ll have real impact from day one, collaborating cross-functionally and influencing how we do things. You'll be part of a business that values innovation, supports professional development, and rewards performance.