A multinational Insurance firm, based in the City of London, requires a Group Accountant to join them on a contract basis to oversee the integration of a high-profile merger This is a unique opportunity to work alongside the Head of Finance with the core Financial Reporting, but also being involved with highly desirable change projects and be the lead point of contact for all merger-related queries.
Group Accountant Key Duties:
Performing the Financial Close Process for the quarterly, annual and ad hoc reporting
Support preparation of quarterly board report
Oversee the financials during the merger
Responsible for preparation of monthly MI pack submissions
CFO Board reporting
Develop relationships with senior internal stakeholders
Qualifications & Expertise:
Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CiMA)
Ability to produce high quality work within agreed deadlines
Ability to manage expectations of Senior Managers, Directors and external stakeholders
Communicates in a clear and practical manner, both verbally and in writing
Experience within the Insurance industry and UK GAAP or IFRS