Job Description

Qualified Accountant required to assist in the management of the financial affairs of our client's company which is a very well-respected insurance company, based in Dorking.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified Accountant, ideally with experience in insurance, who is driven by a desire to succeed and has an interest in improving their skills with ongoing CPD. They should be a good all-rounder, team worker and have a positive attitude. In return the company offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits.

Principle Accountabilities of the Qualified Accountant:

• Monthly Financial & Management Reporting.
• Financial Planning & Analysis.
• Budget reporting.
• Assist in management of the Finance Department.
• Ensure Financial Records meet internal & external audit.
• Year-end reporting.
• Produce regulatory returns.
• Assist the HR department in payroll requirements and post-preparation
• Report to the Investment Committee, playing a key role in setting and executing the investment strategy.
• Assist with filing UK corporation tax, IPT and VAT returns.

Essential Skills, Qualifications and Behaviours of the Qualified Accountant:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant or equivalent (ACA and ACCA)
• Strong technical accounting knowledge is required. Insurance knowledge is beneficial.
• Maintain qualification through Continued Professional Development.
• Knowledge and experience of leading a finance function. Will have played a role in preparation or approval of financial and regulatory returns.
• Competent in planning and organising
• Able to deliver results and embrace change
• Effective leadership, team work and skilled at developing people
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package (30 days annual leave, 35 hour work week, annual pay review, bonus, pension, overtime, Bupa assistance, Tastecard etc).

Location: Dorking, Surrey
Salary: £48k - £50k plus excellent benefits package
Start: ASAP
Status: Permanent, Full Time

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities