Insurance Broker Accountant Office-Based, potential

Insurance Broker Accountant

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced accountant to join a growing insurance brokerage as an Insurance Broker Accountant. This role combines traditional accounting responsibilities with specialist tasks specific to the insurance sector. You’ll be responsible for managing financial records, supporting premium processing, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations — all while providing accurate financial insights to support business decisions.

This is a hands‑on position suited to someone organised, detail‑oriented, and confident working within a busy financial environment. A hybrid working arrangement could be considered for the right candidate.

• Maintain general ledger, accounts payable/receivable and perform bank reconciliations
• Support the collection and processing of insurance premiums
• Prepare financial statements, management reports, budgets and cost analyses
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements and insurance‑specific practices
• Assist with internal and external audits, implementing recommendations where required
• Maintain meticulous financial and administrative records
• Liaise effectively with brokers, clients, insurers and internal teams
• Identify and resolve issues within financial transactions and reporting

• Previous accounting experience, ideally within insurance or financial services
• Strong proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel (experience with Acturis preferred)
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and insurance‑specific accounting practices
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem‑solving ability to handle complex accounting tasks

• Competitive salary of £30,000 – £35,000 per annum
• Office based in Shrewsbury, with potential hybrid working for the right candidate
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and professional brokerage
• Long‑term career development prospects
• Exposure to specialist insurance accounting tasks
• Stable and growing business

to Charlotte Levent, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant,

All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.