Financial Planning and Reporting Analyst

Your new company A highly respected and globally recognised speciality insurance organisation is seeking a Financial Planning & Reporting Analyst to join its finance team in London. With a strong international presence and an excellent reputation within the London Market, the business offers a collaborative and supportive culture where professional development is encouraged and rewarded.Operating across multiple territories and underwriting specialist insurance products worldwide, this organisation provides an excellent opportunity for finance professionals looking to gain broad exposure within a complex and fast-paced insurance environment.

Your new role Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will join a small, high-performing finance team and play a key role in the financial planning, reporting and analysis of underwriting results across the business.Key responsibilities will include:

Supporting the production of quarterly US GAAP underwriting results and outlook commentary.

Preparing balance sheet analysis and financial performance commentary.

Assisting with annual budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning processes.

Contributing to UK and international GAAP management reporting and board reporting packs.

Supporting the preparation of statutory accounts and regulatory reporting requirements.

Performing financial reviews and assessments of insurance intermediaries.

Producing insightful MI and financial analysis to support decision-making.

Working closely with senior stakeholders across finance and the wider business.

Supporting a range of ad hoc projects and business initiatives.

What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with previous experience within the insurance or reinsurance sector.You will possess strong technical accounting knowledge and excellent analytical skills, alongside advanced Excel capabilities, including experience using Pivot Tables, XLOOKUPs, SUMIFS and ideally Power Query.A background in practice or financial reporting would be highly advantageous, as would knowledge of the Lloyd's or London Market environment. Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships across the business are essential.

What you'll get in return In return, you'll join a highly regarded organisation that prides itself on employee wellbeing, professional development and a collaborative working environment.The package includes a competitive salary, discretionary bonus, private medical insurance, non-contributory pension scheme, enhanced parental leave, study support, gym subsidy, cycle-to-work scheme, season ticket loan and a range of wellbeing initiatives and company-sponsored events.This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to gain broad exposure across financial reporting, planning and analysis within a leading insurance business.

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