Financial Accountant

Job details

Posted 02 July 2026

Salary £50000 - £70000 per annum

LocationCity of London

Discipline Finance

Reference390

Job description

HFG are currently partnering with a leading specialist insurance organisation to recruit an ambitious Financial Accountant to join their growing London finance team.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, this is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in financial reporting, financial control, regulatory compliance and fiduciary accounting within a dynamic insurance business. Working closely with stakeholders across Finance, Operations, Broking, Compliance and Treasury, you'll help strengthen the control environment while supporting the continued growth of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Support the development and continuous enhancement of the financial control framework across the business.

Prepare and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of outstanding items.

Assist with the month-end and year-end close process, including journal postings and financial reporting.

Support compliance with FCA CASS regulations, ensuring client money is managed and reported in line with regulatory requirements.

Perform fiduciary accounting activities, including insurer and client account reconciliations, premium and claims settlements, and cash management.

Monitor and maintain robust internal controls, identifying opportunities to improve processes and increase automation.

Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts and support the external audit process.

Produce management information, financial analysis and reporting to support business decision-making.

Partner with colleagues across Broking, Operations, Compliance and Treasury to ensure accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance.

Support finance transformation initiatives, systems enhancements and wider projects as the finance function continues to evolve.

Skills & Experience

Previous experience in financial accounting, financial control or external audit, either within the insurance industry or auditing insurance clients in practice, is essential.

Insurance, broking, MGA is highly desirable.

Knowledge of FCA CASS regulations and client money requirements would be advantageous.

Strong reconciliation, analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience using finance systems.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Strong communication skills with the confidence to build relationships across the business.

Ryan Camilleri

Ryan

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