Assistant Management Accountant

Your new company
This organisation is a rapidly growing, technology-driven business operating at the intersection of insurance and advanced data analytics. With a strong focus on innovation, they are reshaping how complex risks are assessed, modelled, and managed across global markets. Backed by a highly experienced leadership team, the business combines deep industry expertise with cutting-edge modelling techniques to deliver sophisticated risk solutions. Their approach is collaborative, agile, and forward-thinking, enabling them to stay ahead in a highly competitive and evolving sector.

Your new role
Working closely with senior finance leadership, you will support the delivery of accurate and timely financial information across multiple entities. This is a varied role offering exposure across management accounts, reporting, and transactional finance, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in a dynamic environment.

Key responsibilities will include:

Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts
Supporting month-end processes, including balance sheet and P&L reconciliations
Managing the finance inbox and supporting day-to-day finance queries
Processing purchase invoices, payments, and maintaining accurate records
Reconciling ledgers, cashbooks, and trial balances
Supporting credit control processes and monitoring aged balances
Assisting with forecasting, budgeting, and cash flow reporting
Supporting year-end processes, external audit, and financial reporting
Contributing to VAT, corporation tax, and regulatory reporting
Ad hoc finance support as required
What you'll need to succeed

Minimum 3 years' accounting experience within an insurance firm (desirable)
Part-qualified (ACCA/AAT or equivalent)
Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping
High attention to detail and strong numerical ability
Confident communicator, both written and verbal
Ability to manage workloads and prioritise effectively
Strong Excel skills and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Experience with finance systems (e.g. Xero) beneficial but not essential
Proactive approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
What you'll get in return

Competitive salary and benefits package
Flexible and collaborative working environment
Exposure to a broad, varied finance role across multiple entities
Opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders
Clear scope for development and progression
What you need to do now
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