Reporting Manager in City of London

A very successful Lloyd’s insurer is seeking a Reporting Manager to join its high‑performing Finance team. This key role is responsible for the timely and accurate close of accounting ledgers, preparation and submission of regulatory returns, and delivery of high‑quality financial reporting to senior stakeholders.

Working closely with the Syndicate Financial Controller, you’ll oversee the quarterly and annual close process, lead a small team of qualified accountants, and play a pivotal role in ensuring robust financial control and compliance within a dynamic, growing business.

Pay range: £85,000.00 – £95,000.00 (actual pay based on skills and experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the quarterly close process, ensuring ledgers are accurate and compliant with UK GAAP.
• Review balance sheet and P&L reconciliations, ensuring quality and completeness.
• Manage the quarter‑end close timetable and coordinate deliverables across finance.
• Prepare and review Lloyd’s regulatory returns, interim and annual statutory accounts.
• Produce financial analysis and performance insights for group and investor reporting.
• Oversee cash flow forecasting and currency matching to meet Syndicate funding needs.
• Enhance existing accounting controls, reporting processes, and systems.
• Liaise with external and internal auditors to ensure timely completion of audits and submissions.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a small finance team.
• Contribute to Board, Audit Committee, and investment reporting as required.
• Keep abreast of changes in UK GAAP, Solvency, and Lloyd’s reporting regimes.

Skills & Experience

• Qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA) or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years’ experience within the insurance or Lloyd’s market with a strong technical accounting background.
• Proven experience completing Lloyd’s /Insurance regulatory returns and preparing UK GAAP financial statements.
• Strong technical knowledge of GAAP and Solvency reporting requirements.
• Excellent Excel and analytical skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Confident communicator and effective relationship builder across all business levels.
• Proactive, organised, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, results‑driven environment.

Why Apply?

This is a standout opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to step up into a leadership role within the Lloyd’s market. You’ll gain broad exposure across syndicate operations, regulatory reporting, and strategic finance, while helping to shape the ongoing success of a forward‑thinking insurance group.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Insurance