Syndicate Accountant

Overview

As a Senior Syndicate Accountant, you will ensure accurate and timely syndicate group and regulatory reporting, supporting related legal entities. You will operate in a hybrid London-based role, applying Lloyd’s knowledge, US GAAP and UK GAAP reporting, and strong controls. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, contribute to audits, and support ad-hoc projects that drive financial accuracy and efficiency. This is a chance to influence syndicate reporting in a global insurance firm with a culture focused on collaboration and value creation.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid schedule (two days remote per week)

Responsibilities

• Assist general ledger close for the Syndicate and related entities under US GAAP and UK GAAP
• Identify and implement process improvements to boost efficiency and accuracy
• Maintain controls over general ledger balances and perform reconciliations
• Collaborate with IT, Underwriting, Claims, Credit Control, and Reinsurance to support finance processes
• Support the XLPro interface for ceded results into the general ledger and post results for Group reinsurers
• Contribute to ad-hoc projects and evolving priorities
• Partner with FP&A, Tax, Actuarial, Treasury, and Group Head Office for analysis and reporting
• Participate in audits and provide documentation and explanations
• Support Finance and Syndicate Reporting teams to maintain a collaborative environment

Key requirements

• Academic foundation in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Qualified in ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent or actively progressing towards
• Deep knowledge of Lloyd’s market, including Xchanging and LCA processes
• Experience partnering with underwriting and claims teams
• Accuracy and attention to detail; proficient in Microsoft Office; strong stakeholder engagement
• Self-motivated; able to work independently and collaboratively
• Desirable: Oracle ERP exposure, CMR, MDC, Lloyd’s/FCA/PRA reporting requirements

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Effective communication
• Collaborative mindset
• US GAAP and UK GAAP reporting
• Lloyd’s market knowledge
• XLPro interface

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