Financial Accountant - Insurance

Job Title: Financial Accountant - Insurance

Sector: Financial Services

Location: Dublin (Hybrid)

Salary: €65,000 - €75,000

Our Client

Our client is an established organisation operating within the insurance sector. The company offers an opportunity to work within a professional finance team, gaining exposure to a broad range of financial accounting and reporting activities.

Why should you apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to take the next step in their career within the insurance sector.

The position offers a broad range of responsibilities including financial reporting, technical accounting, regulatory reporting and stakeholder engagement. You will gain exposure to senior management and have the opportunity to develop your technical and commercial skills within a specialist financial services environment.

Who should apply?

Our client is interested in meeting ambitious qualified accountants who are looking to progress their careers within financial services.

• Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA accountant with 1+ years' PQE
• Experience within insurance, financial services or an accountancy practice with relevant financial services clients
• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting experience
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with senior stakeholders
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and a commercial mindset

Role and Reporting Lines

Working as part of the finance team, this role will involve the following:

• Financial Reporting: Preparing and reviewing monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting
• Financial Accounting: Supporting the preparation of statutory financial statements and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards
• Regulatory Reporting: Assisting with regulatory reporting requirements within the insurance sector
• Month-End Reporting: Managing key month-end and year-end accounting processes
• Audit & Compliance: Liaising with external auditors and supporting the annual audit process
• Stakeholder Engagement: Working closely with senior management and other business functions
• Technical Accounting: Supporting the resolution of accounting matters and ensuring adherence to relevant reporting standards
• Process Improvement: Identifying opportunities to enhance financial reporting processes and improve efficiencies

Interested in this position?

Please apply via the link below or contact Emma at Darwin Hawkins for a confidential discussion.