Accountant - Insurance - Insight Recruitment Solutions Limited : Job Details

Accountant (Insurance)

An established insurance group operating within the Lloyd's market is seeking a Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) to support its group accounting and operation finance teams. The role provides a mix of strategic input and hands-on financial reporting, with regular interaction with senior stakeholders. This is a key position within the accounting team, responsible for ensuring the timely delivery of financial statements, management reporting, and audit coordination related to group entities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of year-end financial statements

• Production of management information and reporting

• Support day-to-day financial reporting and bookkeeping functions

• Assist in audit planning and coordination

• Build strong working relationships with corporate member clients through direct contact (in-person and virtual)

• Handle client queries and provide accurate, timely information

• Represent the organisation in internal and external working groups as required

• Stay informed of Lloyd's regulatory and reporting requirements for corporate members

Skills & Experience:

• Experience in accounting within the Lloyd's or London insurance market

• Strong understanding of preparing statutory financial statements and management accounts

• Previous experience working with auditors and supporting audit processes

• Advanced Excel skills, including handling large data sets

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Highly organised with the ability to manage deadlines and prioritise tasks

• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy

• General IT literacy and adaptability to bespoke systems (training provided)

Qualifications:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

This role would suit a technically capable accountant with strong insurance market knowledge, who is confident managing both regulatory reporting and client engagement. The position offers a balance of operational delivery and stakeholder interaction within a well-established and respected insurance group.