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We now have a great opportunity for an accountant in the early stages of their career to join our Syndicate Finance Team and benefit from excellent training and full study support. This role is responsible for assisting the Syndicate Finance team in the effective production and delivery of financial information for the Canopius 4444 syndicate.
Responsibilities will include
Quarterly & Monthly Reporting:
- Provide flexible support for the delivery of the syndicate result & the production of the balance sheet
- Support the Syndicate Finance team in various monthly and quarterly accounting activities
- Aid in developing and fostering a culture of continuous improvement,
- Assist in the offshoring of syndicate activities, suggesting future improvements to the current model
Finance Team Development / Interaction:
- Contribute new ideas for fresh analysis, improvement of process and for making better use of technology
- Work directly with other areas of the Finance team (Group Finance, Regulatory Reporting, FP&A, Treasury, Capital, Tax) to ensure good communication and understanding between teams
- Work collaboratively with other teams in the resolutions of queries, problems and in the improvement of team functioning
Additional / Ad Hoc Tasks:
- Investigate and analyse issues that arise, and provide summaries and recommendations
- Implement improvements to existing processes
Essential Skills & Experience
- Strong analytical, modelling and mathematical skills
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Advanced Microsoft Excel
- Strong attention to detail and focused on the delivery of high quality work
- Currently studying or keen to begin studying for professional accountancy qualifications
Our benefits
We offer all employees a comprehensive benefits package that focuses on their whole wellbeing. This includes hybrid working, a competitive base salary, non-contributory pension, discretionary bonus, insurances including health (family) and dental cover, and many other benefits to enhance financial, physical, social and psychological health.
About Canopius
Canopius is a global specialty lines (re)insurer. We are one of the leading insurers in the Lloyd’s of London insurance market with offices in the UK, US, Singapore, Australia and Bermuda.
At Canopius we foster a distinctive, positive culture which enables us to bring our whole selves to work to flourish as people, and build a business which delivers profitable, sustainable results.
Based in incredible new offices in the heart of the City of London, Canopius operates a flexible, hybrid working model and is committed to providing an environment that challenges employees to be their best and where everyone's unique contributions are recognised, valued and respected.
We are fully committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are made regardless of age, sex, gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, religion or beliefs, marital or caring status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage and welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds.
We make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment. Please let us know if you require any information in an alternate format or any other reasonable adjustments.
