Group Reporting Accountant

Job title : Group Reporting Accountant
Location : City of London
Job type : Permanent
Salary : £50k - 60k per year
Sector : Insurance
Reference : 20683PJ

Group Reporting Accountant – ACA, ACCA, UK GAAP, Insurance – London

A very well-respected Insurance business is searching for a Group Reporting Accountant, where you will support their consolidated financial reporting, tax compliance and technical accounting.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting:

- Coordinate and consolidate financial information with overseas teams.
- Prepare Group consolidated accounts and liaise with auditors.
- Provide finance input to new projects and prepare monthly result analysis.
- Develop Group board reporting packs and meet debt covenant requirements.

Finance Risks and Controls:

- Enhance and report on the Group finance risk and control framework.
- Support the rollout of finance control frameworks to international entities.
- Review and develop financial reporting controls and recommend process enhancements.

Tax Compliance and Reporting:

- Prepare Country by Country reporting and maintain tax documentation.
- Update the Group’s tax strategy and monitor compliance requirements.

Technical Accounting Support:

- Draft technical accounting papers and support the development of the accounting manual.

Requirements

- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) in either industry or practice.
- A detailed understanding of UK GAAP insurance and Group accounting.
- Solid experience in preparation of insurance financial statements under UK GAAP or IFRS.
- An understanding of Insurance regulations in the UK and internationally when required.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-respected Insurance business operating on a global scale.