Reporting Manager - Insurance

A very successful Lloyd's insurer is seeking a Reporting Manager to join its high-performing Finance team. This is a key role responsible for the timely and accurate close of the accounting ledgers, preparation and submission of regulatory returns, and delivery of high-quality financial reporting to senior stakeholders.

Working closely with the Syndicate Financial Controller, you'll oversee the quarterly and annual close process, lead a small team of qualified accountants, and play a pivotal role in ensuring robust financial control and compliance within a dynamic, growing business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the quarterly close process, ensuring ledgers are accurate and compliant with UK GAAP.
• Review balance sheet and P&L reconciliations, ensuring quality and completeness.
• Manage the quarter-end close timetable and coordinate deliverables across finance.
• Prepare and review Lloyd's regulatory returns, interim and annual statutory accounts.
• Produce financial analysis and performance insights for group and investor reporting.
• Oversee cash flow forecasting and currency matching to meet Syndicate funding needs.
• Enhance existing accounting controls, reporting processes, and systems.
• Liaise with external and internal auditors to ensure timely completion of audits and submissions.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a small finance team
• Contribute to Board, Audit Committee, and investment reporting as required.
• Keep abreast of changes in UK GAAP, Solvency, and Lloyd's reporting regimes.

Skills & Experience

• Qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA) or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years' experience within the insurance or Lloyd's market with a strong technical accounting background.
• Proven experience completing Lloyd's /Insurance regulatory returns and preparing UK GAAP financial statements.
• Strong technical knowledge of GAAP and Solvency reporting requirements.
• Excellent Excel and analytical skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Confident communicator and effective relationship builder across all business levels.
• Proactive, organised, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

Why Apply?

This is a standout opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to step up into a leadership role within the Lloyd's market. You'll gain broad exposure across syndicate operations, regulatory reporting, and strategic finance, while helping to shape the ongoing success of a forward-thinking insurance group.