Job Location : Leeds, UK
Primary Details
Time Type: Full time Worker Type: EmployeeAre you a meticulous and detail-oriented individual with a passion for finance? We are seeking a dedicated Financial Accountant - Investments to join our team! You will assist with accounting and reporting activities associated with Investment Assets and exchange rate impact, ensuring the accuracy and consistency of underlying data. If you have a knack for numbers and a keen eye for detail, we would love to hear from you!
Primary Responsibilities
Your primary responsibilities will include:?
Delivery of accurate and reliable financial information for completion of statutory / entity and group reporting, working in conjunction with Finance Operations
Production and analysis of investment assets data to support regulatory submissions and board and conduct review of analysis and reconciliations
Knowledge of Investment assets disclosures under Solvency II, Lloyds of London, UK GAAP and IFRS for external reporting
Ensure that financial data and reports comply with the appropriate management, statutory and regulatory requirements, plus QBE Group accounting guidance and best practice guidelines
Represent Financial Reporting function in (and contribute to) projects / change programmes, impacting financial reporting activities, presentations as necessary
Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including internal and external auditors, to ensure service delivery meets customer expectations.
Ability to work and share Investment/FX knowledge alongside Stakeholders, Directors, CFO and the Board
About you:
Part/Qualified accountant (for example ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or equivalent or have relevant years of working experience
Have an in depth understanding of best-practice accounting (in an insurance environment preferred, although strong candidates from other parts of financial services industry will be considered)
Experience of use of latest relevant accounting software and tools
Excellent analysis and data modelling skills
Attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills to enable effective communication at all levels within the organisation
Be confident building controls into processes
Preferred Knowledge
Thorough understanding of best practice accounting
Good knowledge of relevant current statutory, legal and regulatory accounting requirements
Excellent Knowledge of relevant accounting Software and tools
Why QBE? At My Best
At QBE, we want our people to feel rewarded and inspired to perform at their best, that’s why we have created “At My Best”. It’s our connection, our way of showing we have your back. We understand that one size doesn’t fit all and that priorities can change depending on your life stage. That is why our blend of wellbeing initiatives and benefits offer flexibility to suit what matters most to you. It’s in the culture of our business, our QBE DNA, to support our people. Everything we do is underpinned by our QBE DNA - because we know it’s not just what we do that matters, it’s how we do it that makes the difference. In addition to this, we also offer flexible parental leave for both parents and have several employee network groups that support and empower our diverse workforce.
At QBE, we view our people as our most precious asset. We understand the importance of fostering a work environment that is responsive to the changing needs of today's workforce. QBE aims to build a workplace that is fair and inclusive because we want to attract and retain the best people to do the job, we have adopted flexible working across the company and welcome this conversation.
Inclusion of Diversity
We are striving to create a workplace culture where all our people feel included, and we are committed to building a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we operate in.
We know that diversity of thought, background and experience enables better decision making, improves the quality of our delivery and helps us to meet the needs of our customers.?
We welcome applications from all; including individuals who identify as female, all ethnic backgrounds, and physical and mental abilities.
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