Senior Systems Accountant - Re-insurance - Antony James Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

Exciting Opportunity: Senior Systems Accountant (Reinsurance)

Join a dynamic global analytics and digital solutions powerhouse that partners with clients to drive business success and unlock growth. This innovative organisation fuses domain expertise with robust data, advanced analytics, cloud technology, and AI to create agile, scalable solutions and execute complex operations for leading corporations worldwide.

Location: London, United Kingdom (Flexible hybrid working)Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Role Overview:

This position requires deep knowledge of accounting transactions within a non-life speciality insurance or reinsurance business. Reporting to the Head of Systems Accounting, the Senior Systems Accountant will oversee the optimisation and maintenance of financial systems, focusing on Aptitude and Oracle. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, implementing system changes, and ensuring alignment with business processes, all while supporting Financial Controllers in maintaining financial accuracy and integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform root cause analysis to resolve issues within financial systems.
• Implement controlled changes to financial systems with rigorous testing and review.
• Ensure understanding of the impact of financial system changes on business processes.
• Maintain and update financial systems, particularly Aptitude.
• Review procedures and policies related to financial systems.
• Conduct ad-hoc and periodic investigations as requested by Financial Controllers.
• Support testing of changes to financial systems.

Essential Qualifications:

• Experience with financial systems, particularly general ledgers, accounting rules engines, and sub-ledgers for technical accounting.
• A strong academic background, including an internationally recognised professional accounting qualification (minimum 7 years post-qualification experience).
• Significant experience in the insurance or reinsurance sectors.
• Advanced expertise in Oracle Financials, including troubleshooting and system configuration.
• Proven ability to manage and enhance financial systems to meet business needs.

Desired Skills and Attributes:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for effective collaboration.
• High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all financial updates and reporting.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in additional financial systems and tools, including Excel, Aptitude, and data analytics software.
• Capability to work both independently and within a team in a fast-paced environment.

What's on Offer:

The organization offers a competitive salary along with private healthcare, critical illness life assurance at 4x the annual salary, income protection insurance, and a rewarding pension plan. Committed to the professional growth of its employees, this company provides a wealth of development opportunities, from online courses to workshops, empowering staff to enhance their skills and stay current with industry trends.

As a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, the organization champions diversity and does not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, or disability status. A flexible hybrid working model promotes a balanced lifestyle while fostering a collaborative culture.

Eligibility: Candidates must already be eligible to work in the United Kingdom.

This is an outstanding chance for a dedicated professional to thrive in a vibrant environment while contributing to cutting-edge solutions in the reinsurance sector.

To apply, please get in touch with your CV and details of your salary expectations and notice period.