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Group Reporting Accountant – Cheltenham – Newly Created Role – Financial Services

My client, a leading provider of outsourced services to the insurance industry, is seeking a Group Reporting Accountant to join its expanding team. Reporting to the Head of Finance, this senior role plays a pivotal part in delivering high‑quality financial reporting and maintaining robust processes and controls across Lloyd’s syndicates and insurance clients both internally and externally.

As a Group Reporting Accountant, you will provide a professional and accurate accounting service to clients, ensuring all deliverables are produced efficiently and in line with strict deadlines.

• Produce group consolidated management accounts and financial reports
• Prepare statutory accounts and GAAP‑compliant reporting
• Maintain and reconcile client ledgers
• Prepare and process journals, recharges, and payments
• Support regulatory returns and audit processes
• Monitor cash flow, balances, and outstanding items
• Ensure strong financial controls and documentation
• Collaborate with clients, auditors, and regulators
• Support team development, training, and process improvements

We’re looking for someone who brings both technical expertise and strong interpersonal skills.

• Qualified accountant
• Experience in group reporting and financial consolidation
• Background in insurance finance / Lloyd’s environment desirable but not essential
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Confident communicator with senior stakeholder engagement experience
• Proven ability to manage competing deadlines
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP/accounting systems (Sage Intacct experience advantageous)
• A collaborative team player with a proactive mindset