Senior Financial Accountant – Balance Sheet & Controls

QBE Insurance Group Limited; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international insurer is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join their Balance Sheet and Control team. This hybrid position involves leading accounting activities, improving processes, and mentoring staff. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with at least 2 years of PQE and strong Excel skills. This role provides a great opportunity to advance your finance career within a supportive and innovative environment.

Benefits

30 days holiday a year

Flexible working opportunities

10% employer pension contribution

Fully funded private medical insurance

Family-friendly policies

Short term remote work abroad

Sustainable investing incentives

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Qualifications

• 2+ years PQE and currently in a manager or senior accountant role.
• Experience in best-practice accounting in industry or practice.
• Strong understanding of risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting, balance sheet and control activities.
• Manage and improve the efficiency and control across accounting.
• Mentor and oversee colleagues in accounting activities.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Finance Strategy

Financial Data Reporting

Financial Management

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Team Management

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)

Tools

Accounting software (e.g., Oracle Fusion, Blackline)

Excel

Job description

A leading international insurer is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join their Balance Sheet and Control team. This hybrid position involves leading accounting activities, improving processes, and mentoring staff. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with at least 2 years of PQE and strong Excel skills. This role provides a great opportunity to advance your finance career within a supportive and innovative environment.