Job Title: Insurance Accountant / Regulatory Reporting Accountant
Location: 1 day per week in Haywards Heath; 4 days WFH
- close to train station
Join Markerstudy Insurance Group as an Insurance Accountant / RegulatoryReporting Accountant and shape the future of our growing finance team.
About the Role
We're looking for a qualified and experienced Insurance Accountant to play a key role in our expanding finance function. This position offers a chance to build and shape processes, contribute to strategic decision-making, and support both financial and regulatory reporting across multiple insurance entities.This role has a defined progression plan in place.
The successful candidate will bring a solid foundation in insurance accounting, technical accuracy, and a drive for continuous improvement and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation and review of financial statements and detailed balance sheet reconciliations
- Manage month-end close and trial balance reporting
- Contribute to Solvency II balance sheets and SCR calculations
- Support regulatory submissions and annual/quarterly returns
- Prepare monthly management reports for the CFO reporting pack
- Liaise across the group on board reporting and statutory disclosures
- Oversee banking and payment approval processes
- Support and lead external audits and maintain compliance documentation
- Improve financial and underwriting system integration and efficiency
- Mentor junior team members (once appointed) and foster team learning
**About You
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- Previous experience in insurance is highly desirable
- Strong grasp of insurance accounting and regulatory frameworks (Solvency II, IFRS)
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage)
- Self-starter with excellent communication, analysis, and organisation skills
- Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment
**Why Join Us?
At Markerstudy, we're not just about numbers, we're about people, performance, and potential. In this role, you'll have real impact from day one, collaborating cross-functionally and influencing how we do things. You'll be part of a business that values innovation, supports professional development, and rewards performance.