My client a global Insurance business are currently seeking an ambitious and dynamic newly qualified accountant, based within their London office with frequent travel to their Sussex based Head office. The role will offer a clear route to progression within the finance function and will report directly to the Finance Director, offering a varied range of responsibilities including financial reporting as well as project/support to other areas of the business. Main daily responsibilities will include: Preparation of quarterly and annual financial reporting requirements, including insurance technical accounting and investment accounting aspects Completion of various balance sheet analytics and reconciliations, including reconciliations between accounting and investment systems Review of compliance with documented risks, controls and KRIs and assessment of ongoing appropriateness of these from a Finance perspective Providing accurate analysis of cash-flow, liquidity and expense positions Regular management reporting and assisting with budgeting and forecasting processes Developing, documenting and maintaining financial systems and procedures to support the production of timely and accurate financial information Assisting in the preparation of management accounts, VAT and corporation tax plus regulatory filings Critically reviewing processes and systems with a view to suggesting and implementing process improvements Preparation of quarterly board packs Performance of other ad-hoc tasks as directed by the Head of Finance or the Finance Director