Reference: 4564030Job ID: 5224855Posted: 2026-09-14Closing date: 2026-12-13Location: LondonSalary: 70,000 - 75,000 (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Insurance / Senior Finance QualifiedCompany: HaysConsultant: Joel KnightHays office: London-City — 5th Floor, 107 Cheapside,Phone: 02034650012Email: Joel.Knight@hays.comYour new company An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified accountant to join a leading international insurance organisation as a Senior Analyst focused on accounting & regulatory policy. This role offers exposure to complex accounting matters, regulatory reporting, policy development, M&A activity and governance projects within a high-performing finance function.Your new role Key responsibilities include: Support the development and implementation of accounting and regulatory policies across the organisation.Assess the impact of new accounting standards and regulatory changes, producing technical papers and analysis.Prepare complex accounting position papers and technical calculations.Assist with acquisition accounting and M&A-related reporting activities.Produce legal entity reporting and board reporting packs.Prepare regulatory and statistical returns.Support governance, controls and continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function.Contribute to regulatory oversight and resilience activities.What you'll need to succeed Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) Experience within insurance, financial services or a highly regulated environment.Strong technical accounting knowledge with exposure to UK GAAP and/or IFRS.Experience drafting policies, procedures or technical accounting papers.Advanced Excel skills; Power BI experience advantageous.Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.What you'll get in return Opportunity to work with a respected insurer in a specialist market.Exposure to international finance teams and strategic projects.Competitive salary and benefits package.Hybrid working and career development support.What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4564030 - Joel Knight
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