Beazley, located in Dublin, is looking for a Service Company Accountant. The role involves ensuring the accuracy of financial data and supporting compliance in service company entities. Candidates should possess a university degree, a professional accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA preferred), and strong technical skills in UK GAAP and IFRS. Responsibilities include month-end reporting, preparing statutory financial statements, and liaising with various departments. Strong analytical and Excel skills are essential for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Service Company Accountant Division: Group & Statutory Reporting Reports To: Subsidiary Team Lead Accountant Key Relationships: Reporting, Accounting, Tax, Actuarial, Global Business, Investor Relations, Finance Change, Service Company, and Group Reporting. Role Overview The Service Company Accountant is responsible for the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial data relating to service company entities. The role focuses on cost‑plus accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, and supporting compliance activities. The individual will play a key role in month‑end close, balance sheet integrity, and ensuring high‑quality financial outputs for service company operations. Responsibilities Service Company Accounting & Reporting Review service company cost‑plus allocations and perform post‑posting checks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and appropriate supporting documentation. Perform analytical reviews of cost‑plus allocations to confirm alignment to budget, with variances clearly identified and communicated to insurance carriers. Raise service company invoices to facilitate intercompany settlement, ensuring settlements are completed on a quarterly basis. Liaise with the Credit Control team to ensure timely cash allocation, and collaborate to investigate and resolve any unallocated balances. Prepare statutory financial statements for service company entities, ensuring full compliance with applicable accounting standards. Month‑End Close & Financial Control Support the timely completion of month‑end close activities for service company entities. Perform quarterly balance sheet and P&L analytics, identifying and investigating variances. Ensure all journal entries are appropriately supported and documented. Maintain and enhance financial controls over service company processes. Reconciliations & Banking Prepare and review bank reconciliations on a timely basis. Post bank transactions and investigate reconciling differences. Perform balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring completeness and accuracy of underlying balances. Resolve aged or unusual reconciling items in a timely manner. Compliance, Tax & Governance Assist with regulatory and compliance requirements. Support the preparation of tax returns and related submissions. Ensure adherence to internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements. Support audit processes by providing accurate and timely information. Collaboration & Stakeholder Management Act as a key contact for service company‑related queries, providing clear and timely responses. Work closely with finance, tax, and operational teams to ensure alignment of financial data. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and provide insights into financial performance. Personal Specification Essential Criteria University degree in any discipline Professional accountancy qualification, preference for ACA/ACCA, or qualified by experience Strong technical accounting skills, especially UK GAAP and IFRS Proven post‑qualification experience, ideally gained within financial reporting Skills and Abilities General commercial and financial knowledge Insurance and Lloyd’s specific knowledge Strong analytical skills with attention to detail Advanced Excel skills, including Power Query and Power Pivot Able to communicate effectively with others, both verbally and in writing Able to work on own initiative Strong team working skills Able to manage time well, meet deadlines, and prioritise effectively. Knowledge and Experience Experience of designing processes and managing controls Aptitude and Disposition Outcome‑focused, self‑motivated, flexible and enthusiastic A professional approach to interacting effectively with management and peers Diplomatic Competencies Technical competence / expertise Delivery of work to a high standard and within deadlines Team working Information seeking Conceptual thinking Analytical thinking Planning Flexibility Communication #J-18808-Ljbffr
Beazley in Dublin is looking for a Syndicate Accountant to support the Syndicate Controller in maintaining accurate accounting ledgers and providing analysis. Responsibilities include preparing quarterly financials, reviewing balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting regulatory return preparations. Ideal candidates are qualified accountants (ACCA/ACA/CIMA) with strong Excel skills and knowledge of IFRS. Join a dynamic finance team in a supportive environment that values professionalism and continuous improvement. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title Syndicate Accountant Type Permanent Division Finance Team Syndicate Reporting (team personnel: 10) Reports To Senior Syndicate Accountant / Syndicate Controller Key Relationships Finance team Lloyd’s of London Banks Actuaries Underwriters Ceded RI Compliance Technical Accounting Auditors Job Summary Responsible for supporting the Syndicate Controller in maintaining and preparing accurate syndicate accounting ledgers and providing analysis and management information to various stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Preparation of quarterly financials for seven syndicates, including posting journals using Agresso (GL Package). Preparation and review of key balance sheet reconciliations on a quarterly basis. Support the preparation of regulatory returns for Lloyd’s or relevant regulators and tax authorities and presentation of same to management. Assist with preparation and review of UK GAAP statutory accounts for seven syndicates (FRS 102/103). Raise with Group reporting manager to facilitate consolidation of the syndicate results into the parent company Beazley plc, including calculation of any relevant IFRS adjustments. Analytical review of syndicate financial information including close liaison with the management reporting team. Production and review of note disclosures for group reporting. Development and maintenance of calculation processes to support preparation of quarterly financial information. Liaise with underwriters, actuaries, auditors, senior management and/or third parties as appropriate. Ad hoc reporting including coordination and collection of information to prepare internal reports. Support Senior Syndicate Accountants and Syndicate Controller with ad hoc requests and projects as necessary. Review output of junior team members and elevate issues to Syndicate Controller where relevant. General It is important that within all your interactions both internally and externally you adhere to Beazley’s core values - Being Bold, Striving for Better, and Doing the Right Thing – as they contribute to an internal environment of teamwork and promote a positive brand image and experience to our external customers. We also expect Beazley employees to: Comply with Beazley procedures, policies and regulations including the code of conduct which incorporates the PRA and FCA Conduct. Undertake training on Beazley policies and procedures as delivered by your line manager or through e-learning or the learning management system. Display business ethics that uphold the interests of all our customers. Ensure all interactions with customers are focused on delivering a fair outcome, including having the right products for their needs. Comply with any specific responsibilities necessary for your role as outlined by your line manager etc. Carry out additional responsibilities as individually notified, either through your objectives or through the learning management system. These may include membership of any Beazley committees or working groups. Personal Specification Essential Criteria Qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA or equivalent). Skills working with Excel must be at an intermediate to advanced level. Knowledge of IFRS/FRS 102/FRS 103. Education and Qualifications Knowledge of insurance company accounting is advantageous. Knowledge of syndicate accounting is preferred but not required. Skills and Abilities Must be able to work as part of a team. Must demonstrate the key characteristics required to coach/monitor junior staff members within the team. Experience working with other MS Office software to include Outlook, Word, Powerpoint. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Proactive, self‑starter, seeks continuous improvement. Ability to manage time, meet deadlines and prioritise. Aptitude and Disposition Self motivated, flexible and enthusiastic. Professional approach to successfully interact with senior management/colleagues/external suppliers. Diplomatic. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview Job Title: Group Accountant - 12 Month FTC Location: Birmingham, London Division: Finance Reports To: Group Reporting Lead Accountant Key Relationships: Group Reporting Lead Accountant, Group Operational Lead Accountant, Group Financial Controller, External Auditors, Actuarial Team. Job Summary The Group Accountant will play a key role within the Group Reporting team (IFRS 17 BAU), working closely with a wide range of stakeholders across the business. The role is responsible for delivering quarterly and annual reporting outputs, analysing results produced by the IFRS 17 calculation engine, supporting external audit activity, and contributing to ongoing process and control enhancements. Responsibilities Group Reporting & IFRS 17 Delivery: Support the Group Reporting Lead Accountant in producing high-quality quarterly and annual Group reporting outputs, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to reporting timelines. Execute IFRS 17 reporting processes, ensuring correct application of the standard and alignment with internal and external requirements. Prepare IFRS 17-compliant financial statements, notes, and disclosures for inclusion in the Beazley plc interim and annual reports. Support the preparation of IFRS 17 analytical reviews, including movement analyses, key drivers of results and variance commentary. Analytical Review & Reconciliations: Perform analytical reviews across the Group P&L, balance sheet and cash flow, identifying unusual trends or variances requiring further investigation. Carry out detailed reconciliations between source data, calculation engine outputs and ledger balances, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and traceability. Investigate variances and work collaboratively with actuarial, FP&A and local finance teams to resolve data or accounting issues. Controls, Documentation & Process Improvement: Maintain and enhance existing documentation, process notes and control frameworks, ensuring compliance with quarterly IFRS control requirements. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the reporting cycle, driving efficiency, control robustness and data quality. Assist in maintaining the IFRS 17 chart of accounts structure, including oversight of ledger postings and mapping changes. Audit Liaison: Act as a key point of contact for external auditors during interim and year-end cycles, supporting audit requests, sample walkthroughs, and technical discussions. Ensure timely preparation and submission of audit deliverables, including supporting documentation, reconciliations and variance explanations. Ad Hoc & Wider Team Support: Support the delivery of reporting governance packs, internal management reports and technical papers as required. Contribute to project work and ongoing enhancements related to IFRS 17, finance systems, automation or reporting transformation. Collaborate with colleagues across Group Reporting, Actuarial, FP&A, Finance Operations and Finance Change to deliver end to end reporting outcomes. General It Is Important That Within All Your Interactions Both Internally And Externally You Adhere To Beazley’s Core Values - Being Bold, Striving For Better, And Doing The Right Thing – As They Contribute To An Internal Environment Of Teamwork And Promote a Positive Brand Image And Experience To Our External Customers. We Also Expect Beazley Employees To Comply with Beazley procedures, policies and regulations including the code of conduct which incorporates the PRA and FCA Conduct. Undertake training on Beazley policies and procedures as delivered by your line manager, the Culture & People or assurance teams (compliance, risk, internal audit) either directly, via e-learning or the learning management system. Display business ethics that uphold the interests of all our customers. Ensure all interactions with customers are focused on delivering a fair outcome, including having the right products for their needs. Comply with any specific responsibilities necessary for your role as outlined by your line manager, the Culture & People or assurance teams (compliance, risk, internal audit) and ensure you keep up to date with developments in these areas. This may include, amongst others, Beazley’s underwriting control standards, Beazley’s claims control standards, other Beazley standards and customer relationship management. Carry out additional responsibilities as individually notified, either through your objectives or through the learning management system. These may include membership of any Beazley committees or working groups. Personal Specification Essential Criteria Qualified general insurance accountant – ACA/ACCA/CIMA Experience of IFRS17 and other regulatory accounting standards Experience liaising with third party consultancies such as EY and PwC External audit experience either as part of an audit team or as part as a finance team Skills And Abilities Builds and maintains strong relationships at all levels Ability to see the big picture while ensuring that details are not overlooked in delivery Ability to make recommendations for improvements to processes and outlining potential solutions to challenges faced withing the project Ability to work at both detailed and summary level Strong communication skills both verbally and in writing Ability to work under pressure, and to tight deadlines Knowledge And Experience Agile delivery / project delivery Aptitude and Disposition Outcome focussed, self-motivated, very flexible and enthusiastic Professional approach to successfully interact with senior management and colleagues Technically innovative, a problem solver and solution builder Confident to articulate your views and influence peers and management Adaptable in a fast moving environment Proactive approach Competencies Computer skills – Power Query, SQL Excel and MS office Good interpersonal and communication skills The ability to manage time, meet deadlines and prioritise Must be able to work as part of a team Attention to detail Emotional intelligence Ability to challenge and influence decision #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading insurance firm in Dublin is seeking a Group Accountant for a 12 Month FTC. The ideal candidate will have qualification as a general insurance accountant and experience with IFRS 17 and other regulatory accounting standards. You will support the Group Reporting Lead Accountant with high-quality quarterly and annual reporting outputs, ensuring accuracy and compliance. The role also entails liaising with external auditors and maintaining robust control documentation. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title: Treasury Analyst Division: Finance Reports To: Head of Portfolio Management and Responsible Investment Key Relationships: Group & regional finance teams; banks; investment managers; investment custodians; Beazley front office investment team; auditors Job Summary: To play a critical role in managing the company’s cash flow, liquidity and financial risks while ensuring effective internal controls in place. The Treasury Analyst will assist in the development and tracking of cash management strategies, perform reconciliations, and maintain compliance with financial policies. Provide general support for the Treasury Operations. Key Responsibilities Cash Management: Monitor daily cash positions and prepare daily cash forecasting across all Beazley bank accounts in the US, UK, Europe, and Asia, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Liquidity Management: Management of group-wide liquidity, arranging funds to cover shortfalls and deploying excess cash to maximize returns via money market funds. Reconciliation: Conduct quarterly cash analysis reconciling ledger accounts with bank balances to ensure financial integrity at the consolidated group and local reporting level. Treasury Operations: support with day-to-day operations including bank account management and relationship management with banking partners. Internal Controls: Develop and maintain strong internal controls related to treasury operations to mitigate financial risks and ensure compliance with regulations and company policies. Payments Processing: Assist in the execution of payments and ensure compliance with financial controls, including segregation of duties and approval processes. Reporting: Prepare regular reports on cash positions, liquidity forecasts and interest for management and other stakeholders. Process Improvement: Develop and implement best practices and process improvements in treasury procedures, ensuring efficiency and accuracy. Ad-hoc: Liaise with auditors and external stakeholders to resolve Treasury related queries. General It is important that within all your interactions both internally and externally you adhere to Beazley’s core values - Being Bold, Striving for Better, and Doing the Right Thing – as they contribute to an internal environment of teamwork and promote a positive brand image and experience to our external customers. We also expect Beazley employees to: Comply with Beazley procedures, policies and regulations including the code of conduct which incorporates the FCA and PRA Conduct. Undertake training on Beazley policies and procedures as delivered by your line manager, the Culture & People or assurance teams (compliance, risk, internal audit) either directly, via e-learning or the learning management system. Display business ethics that uphold the interests of all our customers. Ensure all interactions with customers are focused on delivering a fair outcome, including having the right products for their needs. Comply with any specific responsibilities necessary for your role as outlined by your line manager, the Culture & People or assurance teams (compliance, risk, internal audit) and ensure you keep up to date with developments in these areas. This may include, amongst others, Beazley’s underwriting control standards, Beazley’s claims control standards, other Beazley standards and customer relationship management. Carry out additional responsibilities as individually notified, either through your objectives or through the learning management system. These may include membership of any Beazley committees or working groups. Personal Specification Essential Criteria Experience in global cash forecasting and liquidity management. Strong understanding of treasury operations. Experienced user of TMS software such as FIS Integrity Competence in day-to-day treasury bookkeeping and financial operations across multiple entities. Experience with financial systems such as Agresso and Workday for reporting and analysis Skills & Abilities Ability to ‘join the dots’ across many different functions and projects and see the bigger picture in terms of Beazley’s strategy. Strong Project Management and business analysis skills. A proven ability to communicate, negotiate and influence effectively at all levels. Excellent documentation and presentation skills. Ability to manage time, meet deadlines and prioritise. Motivational skills, team worker as well as able to work on own initiative. Knowledge & Experience Experience of supporting the implementation of Treasury Management System (beneficial but not essential). Solid foundation in financial reporting for listed entities, including year-end, interim, and quarterly reporting cycles. Familiarity with accounting standards and the ability to monitor and apply changes to reporting requirements. (IFRS and UK GAAP). Ability to liaise effectively with auditors and external stakeholders to resolve financial queries. Experience of internal control implementation and documentation. Part-qualified with the Associate of Corporate Treasurers (ACT) or part-qualified accountant – desirable, not essential (ACCA, CIMA, ACA). Knowledge of insurance company accounting and Lloyd’s accounting is preferred but not essential. Aptitude & Disposition Delivery focused, self-motivated, flexible and enthusiastic. Professional approach to interact successfully with managers and colleagues. Strong attention to detail. Team working. Information seeking. Problem solving. Effective communicator. Achievement orientated. Personal Impact. Leadership. Organisational awareness. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Financial Accountant Division: Group & Statutory Reporting Reports To: Group Operational Lead Accountant Key Relationships: Reporting, Accounting, Tax, Actuarial, Global Business, Investor Relations, Finance Change, Service Company, and Group Reporting. Role Overview: Key role in ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial data across all insurance‑related activities. The role spans core technical areas including FRS103 reporting, premiums, brokerage, Deferred Acquisition Costs (DAC), Unearned Premium Reserve (UPR), claims, and technical account reconciliations. The position is central to supporting the wider financial reporting cycle, contributing to quarterly close activities, analytical review, and preparation of high‑quality financial outputs. Responsibilities Accounting & Reporting Prepare and review financial results in line with FRS103 and applicable accounting standards. Monitor and analyse key insurance technical accounts (Premiums, Claims, DAC, UPR, and Technical Provisions) to ensure completeness and accuracy. Perform highquality reconciliations across all insurance technical accounts, ensuring strong control and auditability. Perform analytical review of technical balances, including trend analysis and movement investigation. Conduct actuals vs expected analysis, ensuring material variances are clearly explained and supported. Track and support timely completion of all monthend close activities. Prepare financial statements at yearend, ensuring completeness, accurate ledger tieouts, and producing detailed analytical review notes to support disclosures. Support the preparation of internal and external regulatory and group reporting submissions. Management Information, Board Packs & Reporting Prepare and coordinate MI reporting packs, ensuring timely delivery of accurate financial insights. Produce and contribute to Board Packs, providing clear, concise financial summaries with supporting analytics. Deliver highquality variance analysis, commentary, and visual insights tailored to senior leadership. Analytical Review & Controls Conduct deepdive reviews into technical balances, ratios, trends, and operational performance indicators. Ensure reconciliation differences are investigated, resolved, and documented in line with control expectations. Support ongoing enhancements to finance processes, control frameworks, and documentation standards. Collaboration & Stakeholder Management Work closely with the Service Company team to ensure alignment and accuracy of financial results. Partner regularly with actuarial, claims, underwriting, and FP&A teams to validate assumptions and movements. Provide clear explanations of financial movements to nonfinance and finance stakeholders. Support internal and external audits with timely, accurate responses and highquality supporting documentation. General It Is Important That Within All Your Interactions Both Internally And Externally You Adhere To Beazley’s Core Values - Being Bold, Striving For Better, And Doing The Right Thing – As They Contribute To An Internal Environment Of Teamwork And Promote a Positive Brand Image And Experience To Our External Customers. We Also Expect Beazley Employees To Comply with Beazley procedures, policies and regulations including the code of conduct which incorporates the PRA and FCA Conduct. Undertake training on Beazley policies and procedures as delivered by your line manager, the People & Sustainability or assurance teams (compliance, risk, internal audit) either directly, via e-learning or the learning management system. Display business ethics that uphold the interests of all our customers Ensure all interactions with customers are focused on delivering a fair outcome, including having the right products for their needs. Comply with any specific responsibilities necessary for your role as outlined by your line manager, the People & Sustainability or assurance teams (compliance, risk, internal audit) and ensure you keep up to date with developments in these areas. This may include, amongst others, Beazley’s underwriting control standards, Beazley’s claims control standards, other Beazley standards and customer relationship management. Carry out additional responsibilities as individually notified, either through your objectives or through the learning management system. These may include membership of any Beazley committees or working groups. Personal Specification Essential Criteria Professional accountancy qualification, preference for ACA/ACCA, or qualified by experience Highly technical in accountancy skills, especially UK GAAP and IFRS General commercial and financial knowledge Insurance and Lloyd’s specific knowledge Education And Qualifications University degree in any discipline Skills And Abilities Strong analytical skills with attention to detail Advanced excel skills, including PowerQuery/PowerPivot Able to communicate effectively with others, both verbally and in writing Able to work on own initiative Strong team working skills Able to manage time well, meet deadlines, and prioritise effectively. Knowledge And Experience Proven post qualification experience, ideally gained within financial reporting in the Insurance sector Experience of designing processes and managing controls Aptitude and Disposition Outcome focussed, self‑motivated, flexible and enthusiastic Professional approach to successfully interact with management and peers Diplomatic Competencies Technical competence / expertise Speed and quality Accuracy Team working Information seeking Conceptual thinking Analytical thinking Planning Flexibility Communication #J-18808-Ljbffr
Finance Specialist (Workday Financials) Division: Finance Reports To: As per Beazley’s organization chart Key Relationships: Finance Product Owners, Finance Leadership Team, Workday Platform Lead, Corporate Functions IT Platform Lead, Corporate Functions Technical Lead. Job Summary Member of the Workday Configuration team supporting and enhancing existing Workday functionality through continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Provide support for the delivery of Grow & Transform enhancements across the Workday Financials Roadmap. Work within a team of Finance systems specialists responsible for Workday configuration enhancements, optimisation, new features and functionalities. Work with end users and product owners to identify and work through cross‑functional impacts of any post‑production changes in Workday. Oversee custom reporting, assessment of reporting requests and ownership of the reporting catalogue for Finance. Manage Workday ‘Ask an Expert’ requests for Finance. Drive the annual functional reviews for Finance as part of the Workday Success Plans subscription. Drive the twice‑a‑year Feature Release reviews with Product Owners to determine which features should enter product backlogs. Ensure the Workday ERP solution design is maintained for the areas relating to Workday Financials modules. Chair Beazley’s Workday Financials governance forum for changes to the Workday data model. Participate in Beazley’s internal Value Realisation Framework and Finance Technical Design Authority. Work closely with internal teams (e.g., Information Security, Financial Controls) to ensure governance for changes applied within Sandbox and Production environments. Provide Finance‑perspective support where other Workday products are implemented to identify regression impacts. Support resolution of audit requests when required. Role‑Specific Competencies Experience in a Finance team with core financial accounting processes and controls. Good understanding of financial/revenue/statistical reporting, especially in the insurance industry. 3+ years Workday Financials experience in AMS/CVS roles as an implementer and/or client support. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex Workday Financials configuration, data and security issues and identify efficient workarounds. Adaptive Planning experience is essential. Experience using EIBs/Web Services. Ability to create Workday custom reports, calculated fields, condition rules, custom objects and custom fields. Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills. Strong organisation and time‑management for prioritising and resolving support tickets. PRISM and/or Accounting Centre experience desirable. Specific Workday Financials integration experience desirable. Essential Criteria Qualified Accountant with qualifications such as CIMA, ACCA, ACA. Report Writer certification. Current or past Workday Financials Core, Foundation Data Model (FDM) and Record‑to‑Report (R2R). Education and Qualifications Procure to Pay (P2P), Business Assets, Banking and Settlement, PRISM, and Accounting Centre certifications desirable. Core Competencies Analytical Thinking – logical approach to rapidly changing data and scenarios. Professionalism – integrity, credibility, trustworthiness, and professionalism. Learning and Development – seeks self‑development, accepts feedback, improves performance. Adaptability – manages changing priorities in a dynamic environment. Responsibility and Accountability – owns decisions, delivers commitments. Communicating Effectively – timely, clear communication tailored to audience. Teamwork – collaborates, shares knowledge, supports others. Innovative Approach – finds solutions, challenges assumptions, embraces change. General Comply with Beazley procedures, policies and regulations, including the code of conduct. Complete required training on Beazley policies and procedures. Display business ethics that uphold customers’ interests. Ensure customer interactions focus on fair outcomes and appropriate products. Keep up to date with relevant compliance, risk, and internal audit responsibilities. Carry out additional responsibilities as notified through objectives or the learning management system. Personal Specification Flexible and innovative employer offering a friendly, collaborative, diverse and inclusive working environment. Encourages applications from all backgrounds and allows employees to choose where they work. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading insurance firm in County Dublin seeks a Financial Accountant to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data. This role involves preparing financial statements, monitoring key technical accounts, and collaborating closely with various departments. Candidates should possess a professional accountancy qualification, strong analytical and Excel skills, and experience in financial reporting within the insurance sector. Join us to contribute to high-quality financial outputs and enhance finance processes. #J-18808-Ljbffr
