Technical Accountant - Hybrid working - Accountancy Action : Job Details

Are you looking for a brand new permanent role for 2025? Perhaps you are looking for more flexibility or the chance to progress.

I am partnering with an exciting insurance business seeking a technical accountant to join their growing finance team.

The technical accountant will be responsible for all accountancy practices adhering to technical standards and financial reporting matter. The company offer hybrid working, bonus, car allowance, medical cover and life insurance.

Job Purpose

The Technical accountant will have expertise in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Solvency 2 regulatory requirements for insurers. This position is critical in taking a leading role in supporting the financial reporting and compliance needs. The role holder will be responsible for ensuring that accounting practices align with accounting and regulatory standards and provide technical guidance on complex financial reporting matters.

Key aspects include:

• Research and resolve complex accounting and reporting issues, to ensure compliance with reporting standards
• Prepare committee and board slides to summarise the balance sheet, earnings and capital implications of major transactions
• Prepare technical accounting papers and documentation and obtain audit clearance on major transactions
• Support accounting and actuarial teams in implementing financial reporting with accounting standards

• Analyse and interpret new IFRS, UKGAAP and assessing their impact on financial statements and business operations
• Prepare technical accounting memoranda and documentation to support accounting standard compliance and year end audits

• Prepare and review financial statements and disclosures in accordance with IFRS, UKGAAP and Companies Act requirements
• Ensure accuracy, transparency, and timeliness of financial reporting processes
• Collaborate with auditors during financial statement reviews and audits, addressing technical accounting queries

• Liaise with external auditors, regulatory bodies, and consultants on technical accounting matters

To be successful in this role, strong IFRS 9/17 knowledge is highly desirable as well as a background within the insurance sector.

If this sounds like an exciting role, please do apply below.