Financial accountant

This role is responsible for supporting the accurate and timely preparation and analysis of financial information across accounting, reporting, and regulatory frameworks, including US GAAP, US Statutory (US STAT), Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA), and other internal or regulatory bases as required. The role works closely with Actuarial, Treasury, Reinsurance Accounting, and wider Finance stakeholders to support statutory, regulatory and management deliverables. This is a hands‑on execution role, focused on close, reporting, analysis, journals, reconciliations, and audit support, working collaboratively across Finance within established frameworks, controls, and processes.

How You’ll Help Move Us Forward

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting across management, statutory, and regulatory bases.
• Support period‑end close activities, including preparation and/or review of journal entries, reconciliations, system outputs, and supporting schedules.
• Prepare and analyse financial results and movements, providing explanations of variances.
• Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and Finance policies.
• Support internal and external audit processes by preparing documentation and assisting with information requests.
• Support cross‑functional Finance processes, working collaboratively with teams including Investments, Treasury, Reinsurance Accounting, Actuarial, Risk, and Operations.
• Support process adherence, documentation updates, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide ad hoc analysis and support to Finance managers as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified accountant (ACA or equivalent).
• 2+ years of experience in accounting, financial services, or (re)insurance (preferred).
• University degree.
• Experience supporting financial reporting under US GAAP (preferred) or similar frameworks.
• Exposure to a regulated environment is beneficial.

Competencies and Behaviours

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage deadlines and operate effectively during close cycles.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly adaptable, with a proven ability to quickly learn new systems.
• Well‑organised and process‑driven.
• Collaborative team player who works effectively across Finance functions.
• Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and a proactive approach.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• AI capabilities (preferred).

Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees)

• 25 days of annual leave with option to buy/sell more days.
• Adoption and fertility leave.
• Generous enhanced parental leave.
• Comprehensive private insurance coverage for employee and dependents.
• Group Life Insurance coverage of 9x basic annual salary and Group Income Protection up to 75% of basic annual salary.
• Optical benefits.
• 15% combined employee/employer contributions.
• Subsidised gym membership.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Time off for volunteering.
• Charitable matching of employee donations.

You Can Be Who You Are

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.

Pacific Life Re Values

As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs so that we can discuss these with you to make sure that suitable adjustments are made, where possible.