Syndicate FP&A Analyst

Arthur Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading reinsurer in the UK is seeking a qualified accountant for their Syndicate FP&A function. You will work closely with teams to develop financial plans, analyze performance drivers, and contribute to various financial reporting initiatives. The role offers a salary of up to £70k plus bonuses and benefits, with a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office.

Benefits

Bonus

Benefits

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Good knowledge and experience of an Insurance P&L and Balance Sheet.
• Experience in a finance role within another Lloyd's, Company Market or London Market Insurer.
• Able to demonstrate experience of analysing and modelling large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver annual Lloyd’s UK GAAP plans and quarterly reforecasts.
• Partner with teams to analyse performance drivers and forecast underwriting results.
• Prepare management information and commentary for committees and boards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA)

Job description

A growing Lloyds of London market reinsurer and insurer are expanding their Syndicate FP&A function due to recent launch of a new syndicate. Reporting directly into the Head of Syndicate FP&A, you'll be a key member of the team in contributing to the development and delivery of financial plans and enhancing analytics.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the FP&A team to prepare and deliver annual Lloyd’s UK GAAP plans and quarterly reforecasts, maintaining consistency with Syndicate Business Forecasts and internal expectations.
• Partner with the reserving, underwriting, and reinsurance teams to analyse performance drivers and assess the forecast underwriting results of each Syndicate and related SPA.
• Prepare detailed management information and commentary for the Managing Agency Committees, Board, and Investor Relations team — including analysis of actual vs. plan results, quarterly movements in year-of-account ultimates, and other key financial insights.
• Support liquidity management through quarterly cashflow forecasting, scenario stress testing, and reporting to management committees.
• Contribute to the preparation of the QMB and work with underwriters to review Syndicate performance against business forecasts.
• Engage in finance-related and broader transformation projects, supporting process improvements and enhancing the quality and efficiency of financial planning and analysis across the business.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA)
• Good knowledge and experience of an Insurance P&L and Balance Sheet
• Experience in a finance role within another Lloyds, Company Market or London Market Insurer
• Able to demonstrate experience of analysing and modelling large data sets.
• Highly analytical in your approach, enjoys problem solving, understanding the why behind the numbers and
• Confident, energetic and personable

Salary on offer is up to £70k + bonus, benefits and hybrid working (3 days in the office)

Please apply below to be considered