Group Accountant

HAYS
London

Job Description

Group Accountant - Insurance - London (Hybrid) - £80,000 - £85,000 + bonus

Your new company
A fast-growing, global specialist insurer operating within complex and high-risk markets is looking to appoint a Senior Group Accountant. With an ambitious growth agenda and a collaborative, inclusive culture, this business offers an excellent opportunity to join at an exciting stage of its journey.

Your new role
This is a broad and varied role with key responsibilities including:
  • Prepare consolidated group financial statements and statutory accounts
  • Support interim and year-end audits, liaising with external auditors
  • Assist with accounting for investment portfolios
  • Ensure accurate reporting of investment balances and performance
  • Support month-end reporting, including journals and reconciliations
  • Perform balance sheet reviews and intercompany reconciliations
  • Assist with VAT returns and corporation tax computations
  • Support regulatory reporting and ongoing tax compliance
  • Identify opportunities to streamline reporting and controls
What you'll need to succeed
  • Fully qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA (or equivalent)
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge (UK GAAP and/or US GAAP)
  • Experience in financial reporting within insurance - exposure to Lloyd’s or Solvency II reporting is advantageous but not essential.
  • Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Proactive mindset with the ability to manage competing deadlines
What you'll get in return
  • Opportunity to join a high-growth, internationally focused business
  • Broad role with strong exposure across group reporting and finance transformation
  • Collaborative and forward-thinking culture
  • Hybrid working and competitive salary package

  • What you need to do now
    If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
    If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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Posted 2026-06-18

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