At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the syndicate accounting team and manage financial reporting processes.
- Company: Established Lloyd's market business with a strong finance function.
- Benefits: Salary up to £100,000, hybrid working, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborate across departments and lead external audit processes.
- Why this job: Take on a senior role in a stable company during a period of growth.
- Qualifications: Qualified accountant with experience in insurance and strong attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 100000 - 100000 £ per year.
We're supporting a well-established Lloyd's market business on the appointment of a Senior Accountant to join its Syndicate Accounting team. This is a great opportunity for a technically strong accountant to take a leadership role within a high-profile, well-resourced finance function during a period of continued investment and growth.
The role
- Reporting to the Syndicate Financial Controller, you'll take ownership of the monthly and quarterly general ledger close for the syndicate and its related legal entities, covering both Group reporting (US GAAP) and local reporting (UK GAAP).
- Guide and review the work of a Syndicate Accountant and Assistant Accountant.
- Monitor ledger integrity, investigate unusual balances, and drive improvements to accounting and reporting processes.
- Maintain and strengthen controls over general ledger balances, including reconciliations across years of account and classes of business.
- Liaise across Underwriting, Claims, Credit Control, Reinsurance and IT to support change activity and financial processes.
- Support FP&A, tax, actuarial, reporting and Treasury colleagues with analysis and planning.
- Coordinate and lead the external audit process, liaising directly with auditors.
What we're looking for
- A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with a degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
- Solid understanding of the financial and regulatory landscape of a general insurance business; Lloyd's syndicate accounting experience is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail, with the confidence to communicate at all levels.
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
- Oracle ERP experience is an advantage.
On offer
A salary of up to £100,000, hybrid working from London, and the chance to take a senior, visible role within a stable, long-established name in the Lloyd's market.
Senior Syndicate Accountant employer: JSS
JSS is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture, encouraging collaboration and innovation in the heart of the UK near Bristol. Employees benefit from comprehensive growth opportunities, competitive compensation, and the chance to influence strategic decisions in a pivotal role that shapes the future of hospitality revenue management. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence and professional development.
