FP&A Analyst, IQUW in London

OverviewAbout us

IQUW is a speciality (re)insurer at Lloyd\’s (Syndicate 1856) underwriting a diverse range of Property, Commercial and Speciality (re)insurance products from Cargo and Marine to Political Violence, Terror and War. We combine data, intelligent automation and human expertise to make smart decisions, fast.

ERS is the UK\’s largest specialist motor insurer with an A+ rating. We recognise that for some, motor insurance is more than just a must-have; it\’s a way of taking care of what stands at the heart of their passion or livelihood. For those people, standard insurance isn\’t enough. That\’s why we work exclusively with motor insurance brokers to help get under the skin of the most difficult insurance risks, helping build products to meet their customer\’s needs.

The roleThe 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

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

Benefits

Competitive Benchmarked Salary

25 days holiday

Discretionary bonus scheme

Employee assistance programme

Annual holiday buy (up to 3 extra days)

Salary sacrifice benefits

Annual benefits reviews

The option for professional qualifications and study support

Additional Information

A full job description can be seen here.

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