Corporate Accountant - FTC

Job Overview

Talbot consolidation and Group reporting to AIG in accordance to deadlines. Corporate entity reporting including commentary on key movements. UK and overseas statutory reporting, including dealing with audit queries. Prepare board papers to support the sign-off of the financial statements. Regulatory reporting to Lloyd's (QF1/AF1) and other UK or overseas regulators. Committee/Board packs for Corporate entities.

• Ensure efficient and effective accounting processes and controls:
  • Corporate accounting processes
  • Intercompany reconciliations for service level agreements
  • Balance sheet substantiation, including comprehensive reconciliations
  • Support interim and year-end SOX requirements
  • Continuous improvement of the quality and efficiency of underlying working files
  • Provide cover for broader Corporate team
• Support complete, accurate and timely tax submissions:
  • Corporate tax returns for UK and overseas
  • Lloyd's related submissions and returns
  • Assist with the preparation and submission of Singapore GST return
  • Provide tax certificates and other tax documents to the business
• Ensure complete, accurate and timely broker financial reviews
  • Support due diligence process
  • Assist Corporate Controller in enhancing processes, reporting and documentation
• Ensure documentation maintained for key processes and controls
• Keep up-to-date with changes in new financial reporting standards/disclosures and production of associated accounting judgement papers
• Participate in ad hoc projects as required

• 5+ years working in a similar role (insurance industry preferable)
• Qualified Accountant (5+ years preferable)
• Highly driven and ambitious self-starter with willingness to embed change where necessary
• Good knowledge of UK GAAP, US GAAP and Singapore Financial Reporting Standards
• Good analytical skills
• Good knowledge of financial processes and controls
• Good communication skills
  
  Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and advanced Excel
• Good knowledge of general ledger systems (e.g., SAP/Sun)
• Tax knowledge is not a prerequisite but desirable to support Group with tax returns

Talbot operates within the Lloyd's Insurance Market through Syndicate 1183 and Syndicate 2019. Talbot writes a diversified portfolio including Crisis Management, Energy, Financial Lines, Marine, Political Risk, Property and Terrorism. It is headquartered in London with offices in New York and Singapore. AIG is committed to enhancing risk management solutions.