Senior Financial Accountant – Insurance, Hybrid

Insight Recruitment Solutions; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent insurance group in London is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to oversee statutory reporting, financial control, and compliance. This role involves preparing financial statements under UK GAAP, leading month-end close processes, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should have 4-5 years of relevant experience and a detailed understanding of insurance accounting. The position offers a hybrid work environment and provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to the company’s growth.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of progressive accounting experience in a UK corporate environment.
• Experience with FRS 102/UK GAAP.
• Proven track record in implementing internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory accounts and financial statements under UK GAAP/FRS 102.
• Lead month-end close, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Manage VAT returns, corporation tax computations, and regulatory compliance.
• Support external audits and liaise with key stakeholders.
• Deliver financial analysis and contribute to process/system improvements.

Skills

UK statutory reporting experience

Month-end close process

External audit coordination

Insurance accounting

Detail-oriented

Job description

A prominent insurance group in London is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to oversee statutory reporting, financial control, and compliance. This role involves preparing financial statements under UK GAAP, leading month-end close processes, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should have 4-5 years of relevant experience and a detailed understanding of insurance accounting. The position offers a hybrid work environment and provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to the company’s growth.