Assistant Accountant (Syndicate)

Company: JSS Search
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Location: London
Job Description:

Assistant Syndicate Accountant opportunity with a leading specialty insurer. This role sits within the Syndicate Finance function of a London-based insurance organisation operating in the specialty market. The position supports senior finance professionals in delivering Lloyd’s and group reporting to meet regulatory requirements.

Is this the next step in your career Find out if you are the right candidate by reading through the complete overview below.Key Responsibilities

  • Support the preparation of core regulatory returns in line with Lloyd’s reporting standards and deadlines
  • Assist with ancillary submissions to relevant regulatory bodies
  • Oversee the offshore finance operations team, ensuring robust balance sheet controls and accurate bookkeeping
  • Review and sign off key reconciliations to audit standards, escalating issues as needed
  • Maintain trial balances, including investment and cash asset processes
  • Contribute to the maintenance and testing of internal controls for group reporting (e.g., SOX compliance)
  • Identify and implement process improvements through feedback and collaboration
  • Liaise with external auditors, providing requested data and responses

Qualifications

  • Strong academic background xwzovoh (university degree or school-leaver equivalent)

Seniority level

  • Entry level

Employment type

  • Full-time

Job function

  • Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Administrative

Industries

  • Insurance, Insurance and Employee Benefit Funds, and Insurance Carriers

Location: London Area, United Kingdom

Posted: April 1st, 2026