HFG are currently working with a leading London insurer in search of their next Syndicate Controls Manager. The role will be responsible for the production and analysis of GAAP and Solvency II underwriting information. The team is also responsible for a large amount of the Management reporting that is used to support the development of the business.

Responsibilities:

• To partner with the Regulatory Reporting team through the provision of data to be used in multiple returns, namely QMA, QMB & QSR
• Ownership of the Underwriting Accounting financial controls framework, ensuring necessary reconciliations are performed on a regular basis and that exceptions are identified and addressed
• To be responsible for the management of the Underwriting Accounting Team and the maintenance, development, control and operation of the Group's underwriting models
• To be responsible for the production of complete, accurate and timely GAAP underwriting accounting results for actuals and forecast
• To support the FP&A team with the provision of Underwriting information, analysis, and commentary

Profile:

• London Insurance Market experience, specifically Lloyd's, with a minimum of five years' experience
• Qualified accountant preferable (ACA/ACCA) but not essential
• Detailed knowledge of Insurance accounting. i.e. Premium recognition, Earnings methodologies, Claims breakdowns, Commission recognition and Reinsurance accounting
• Experience of identifying and implementing process and system development
• Educated to a good overall standard, with good overall pass grades in relevant subjects
• Experience of effective team management