An excellent opportunity to join a leading specialist insurance organisation as an Accounting Manager. The role will take ownership of the monthly, quarterly and annual underwriting results across Syndicate and company operations, ensuring accurate reporting, robust financial controls and effective month-end processes. You will also lead and develop a small team of accountants, working closely with senior Finance, Actuarial, FP&A, Reinsurance and Regulatory Reporting teams to deliver accurate technical data within demanding deadlines. Own the preparation and delivery of monthly, quarterly and annual underwriting results, including premiums, earnings, claims, reserves, IBNR and acquisition costs. Own the month-end accounting process and coordinate all related activities. Design, maintain and enhance financial controls, reconciliations and schedules covering technical insurance balances. Ensure accurate booking and allocation of underwriting results across relevant lines of business, locations, accident years, years of account and statutory classes. Oversee technical general ledger reconciliations and resolve data issues, reconciling items and control exceptions. Maintain data quality and integrity across core financial systems and the general ledger. Own the reconciliation of legal entity and origin basis underwriting results. Provide information and supporting schedules to internal and external auditors. Partner with FP&A, Actuarial, Reinsurance, Regulatory Reporting and other teams to deliver accurate underwriting data. Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, primarily US GAAP. Work with international technical accounting teams on the monthly reporting process. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent experience. Strong experience in insurance technical accounting, ideally covering both Lloyd's and company markets. Strong understanding of underwriting results, technical insurance balances and financial controls. Previous experience managing and developing a small accounting team. Advanced Excel skills. Excellent organisational and time-management skills. Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. Experience with Alteryx and/or SQL would be advantageous. Discipline(s): Finance & StrategyJob type: Permanent
Head of Financial Accounting and Financial Risk in London employer: Edenbrook
Edenbrook is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, making it an ideal place for professionals in the financial reporting sector. With a strong commitment to employee development, we offer numerous growth opportunities and support for continuous learning, all while working in a dynamic environment that values integrity and excellence. Located in a vibrant area, our team enjoys a balanced work-life experience alongside competitive benefits tailored to enhance both personal and professional well-being.
