Financial Planning & Reporting Analyst

Financial Planning & Reporting Analyst
Location: London
Salary: Competitive + Bonus & Excellent Benefits

We are partnering with a leading international insurance organisation to recruit a Financial Planning & Reporting Analyst into its London-based finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified or newly qualified accountant with insurance or reinsurance experience who is looking to broaden their exposure across financial reporting, planning, forecasting and business analysis within a highly respected market-leading business.

Working closely with the Financial Controller, you will support financial planning, reporting and performance analysis activities across multiple entities and business lines. This is a varied position offering exposure to management reporting, regulatory reporting, forecasting and statutory accounts preparation.

• Assist with quarterly financial reporting and underwriting performance analysis.
• Support the preparation of forecasts, budgets and long-term business plans.
• Produce financial commentary and management information for senior stakeholders.
• Assist with balance sheet reviews and financial performance reporting.
• Support the preparation of statutory accounts and regulatory submissions.
• Conduct financial reviews and credit assessments of insurance intermediaries.
• Contribute to business planning and forecasting activities.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support to the wider finance team.

• Part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA preferred).
• Experience within the insurance, reinsurance or Lloyd's market environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proactive, self-motivated and eager to develop professionally.
• Strong team player with a collaborative approach.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUPs, SUMIFS and Power Query.
• Understanding of financial reporting and planning processes.
• Previous practice experience would be advantageous.