Trainee Financial Accountant

AXA UK; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

AXA UK is seeking a Trainee Financial Accountant to join their Finance department at Tokio Marine Kiln. This position will involve supporting various finance functions, with a focus on compliance in financial reporting and assisting in the preparation of key accounting documents. The role offers study support towards a professional accounting qualification and requires a detail-oriented, proactive team player keen on developing a career in finance.

Benefits

Study support towards accounting qualification

Flexible working arrangements

Participation in CSR and charitable activities

Inclusion network groups

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in STEM/Business/Economics.
• Committed to pursuing a professional accounting qualification.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications including Excel.

Responsibilities

• Calculation and preparation of key accounting journals.
• Assist in production of analytical reviews on performance.
• Liaison with internal and external auditors.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in STEM/Business/Economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Trainee Financial Accountant to join our Finance department here at Tokio Marine Kiln. Reporting into the Syndicate Finance Manager, you will assist the Finance team in the preparation of the financial books and records in a timely and accurate manner to ensure compliance with all internal and external reporting requirements. The role will be based within the Financial Reporting team but will include a rotation across the various functions within the Finance department (including Financial Planning and Analysis, Tax, Treasury and Accounts Payable), which will enable the individual to develop their knowledge and experience across the wider Finance function. Study support towards a professional accounting qualification (ACCA or other appropriate qualification) will be provided.

This role includes responsibility for:

• Calculation and preparation of key accounting journals
• Production of key reconciliations
• Assist in the production and timely submission of annual and quarterly regulatory returns
• Assist in the production of analytical reviews on performance and financial position
• Assist in the preparation of VAT returns
• Assist with the implementation of new processes to ensure that any reporting changes from Lloyd's of London and other internal or external parties are delivered efficiently
• Assist in the development of systems and databases to increase efficiency and the level of automation
• Review information received by other departments for inclusion in financial returns
• Liaison with internal and external auditors
• Ad hoc departmental duties as required

Ideally, the successful candidate will hold a degree in a STEM/Business/Economics subject and will be committed to pursuing a professional accounting qualification. They will also be proficient in using a variety of Microsoft office applications including Excel. Organisational and time management skills are essential for this role, as are analytical skills. We are looking for someone who has a high attention to detail, is a proactive team player and is an excellent communicator.

The successful candidate will be welcomed into the TMK family to help us further our purpose of enabling our clients to fulfil their ambitions whilst benefiting society and our people. We are committed to ensuring a safe, open, inclusive and empowering environment in which all of our people can thrive. All employees have the opportunity to join one or a number of inclusion network groups or take part in CSR and charitable activities. TMK is signed up to the Disability Confident Employer Scheme and we also accommodate flexible working, subject to the TMK flexible working policy.

As an underwriting firm with over 140 years’ experience of protecting clients from changing risks we put our confidence in the ability and talent of our people. We aim to be a ‘Good Company’ and this means being a great and inclusive company to do business with and being a great place to work. Our culture is founded on our core values of empowerment, inclusion, excellence, integrity, teamwork and innovation. We seek to recruit the best talent by endeavouring to reach diverse talent pools, offering dynamic working arrangements and investing in development.

To make your experience as comfortable as possible, please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments or additional assistance during your application process. At Tokio Marine Kiln we are here to support you, please be reassured that we will do all that we can to ensure that your specific needs are met. Please reach out to [e-mail] in confidence, to discuss any specific assistance or requirements that you have.

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