Group Accountant

Employer: Hays Accountancy and Finance

Location: London (Greater), GB

Salary: Competitive salary

Job type: FULL_TIME, Hybrid

Posted: 2026-06-02T00:00:00Z

Sector: Finance & Accounting

Job Description

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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays

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