Senior Financial Accountant - FTC
A global corporate and specialty insurance organisation is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to support the delivery of high-quality, timely branch financial reporting.
The role places strong emphasis on developing and improving underlying processes and controls, in line with internal policies and standards. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong sense of accountability and ownership, with the ability to deliver results under tight deadlines while remaining flexible and resilient.
This position is a fixed-term contract until December 2026.
Financial Reporting (Technical)
*Lead the establishment of business partnering within the financial controls area, identifying key stakeholders and control account owners
*Establish service level agreements (SLAs) with stakeholders contributing to the production of monthly audit files
*Update finance procedures and support the development of a finance manual
*Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency within scope of responsibility
*Support the preparation and delivery of accurate quarterly and annual financial reporting for the UK entity
*Assist in the preparation and review of financial results
*Develop a detailed understanding of the technical performance of the UK entity
*Support analysis and understanding of IFRS 17 results
*Maintain clear oversight of how operational data translates into financial outcomes
*Monitor regulatory changes (statutory, legal, etc.) and assess potential impacts
*Support communication and understanding of key financial interfaces
*Assist with interim and annual audits
*Support periodic system reporting submissions
*Design, develop and analyse reports, identifying and recommending solutions to reporting issues
*Ensure adherence to all relevant local and group guidelines
Process Improvement
*Identify and implement opportunities to enhance process efficiency, quality, and value
*Manage system improvements and maintain documentation of controls relating to reporting processes
*Perform detailed data validation and analytical reviews, escalating inconsistencies where necessary
Key Skills & Competencies
*Strong organisational skills, including effective scheduling, prioritisation and time management
*High level of attention to detail
*Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines
*Collaborative approach, working as part of a wider finance team
*Service-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering business requirements
*Strong problem-solving capabilities
*Effective communication skills when engaging with internal stakeholders, including senior management and group functions