Assistant Financial Controller

Our client within the Insurance Industry is looking for an Assistant to the Financial Controller

Responsibilities:

• Collect, check, and process data from insurance policies and claims.
• Record all financial transactions, including premiums, claims, and commissions.
• Prepare monthly reports for reinsurance and other related activities.
• Calculate and record income and expenses that need to be spread over time.
• Reconcile key financial accounts and make sure records are accurate and up to date.
• Support the month-end reporting process by preparing entries and reviewing results.
• Analyse performance data and provide reports for management and budgeting purposes.
• Work closely with other teams, including underwriting, claims, and finance, to ensure correct financial information.
• Help with audits and make sure all work meets company policies and legal requirements.
• Look for ways to improve processes and make financial operations more efficient.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ post-qualification experience in financial control or accounting roles within the insurance sector.
• Strong technical knowledge of insurance and reinsurance accounting.
• Proven experience in financial control, reconciliations, and month-end processes.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.

Education and Experience

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent).

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus
• Free parking
• Summer hours and hybrid working
• Life and International Health Insurance
• Yearly eye screening
• Payment of professional membership fees

Job Reference: TQ435