FP&A Analyst in London

Starr is a global insurance and investment organisation providing property and casualty insurance solutions to business and industry. Starr has grown into one of the world’s fastest‑expanding insurance organisations, writing business in 128 countries across six continents. Our talented and experienced associates manage risk and ultimately support the profitable growth of organisations in a dynamic, competitive and ever‑changing marketplace. Join us and become part of our talented and passionate workforce.

The FP&A Analyst will report into the Head of FP&A and will play a key role across the team. They will support the FP&A function, delivering multi‑year forecasts, annual budget, Lloyd’s reporting, and system implementation support. We currently operate a hybrid working model. This entails 3 days per week collaborating with colleagues in the office, and 2 days working from home.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of the quarterly reforecast, Lloyd’s QMB, Lloyd’s SBF and annual business plans – both YoA and CY
• Preparation of Board and Executive papers with supporting narrative – qualitative and quantitative
• A key stakeholder in the ownership and development of the financial planning model based on business requirements
• Act as key Finance point of contact for all business planning related activities
• Identification and analysis of any process simplification and improvement opportunities
• Review of AvE to understand drivers, trends, and areas of opportunity or remedial action
• Support production of value‑add MI to the business
• Support the implementation of the new budgeting system in all areas (technical and non‑technical)
• Support the end‑to‑end expense process for the Syndicate and wider Group

The above duties and responsibilities are not an exhaustive list, and you may be required to undertake other reasonable duties compatible with your experience and competencies. This description may be varied from time to time to reflect changing business requirements.

Qualifications, skills and experience

• A qualified / part‑qualified and commercially minded accountant – CA/ACA/CIMA/ACCA
• Good knowledge of Insurance accounting, UK GAAP and finance systems
• Relevant and recent experience in a multi‑line insurance finance role
• Understanding of Lloyd’s returns (specifically QMA, QMB and SBF)
• Intermediate/Advanced Microsoft Excel skills – TM1 experience highly advantageous
• Extremely proficient in use of Microsoft Office product suite and general PC skills
• Ability to manage own workload and work to strict deadlines
• Effective organisational and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and an inquisitive mindset
• Highly organized and methodical thinker

Core behavioural competencies

• Innovation and problem solving
• Commerciality
• Relationships
• Communication and influence
• Development of self and others
• Resilience and adaptability

Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we will consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.