Lloyd’s is the world’s leading insurance and reinsurance marketplace, bringing together the world’s leading risk takers to advance global progress.
Our strategy is focused on delivering strong underwriting performance, operating an efficient and flexible marketplace, and maximising the capital advantage of the Lloyd’s market — while continuing to build a Lloyd’s we are proud of.
How we deliver this, matters. We take the risk, make things happen, and own the outcome — working together across our global network to turn insight into impact.
We're looking for an Accounts Assistant to join our International Finance team in Chatham. If you're developing your accounting career and want to work in a global organisation where your contribution matters, this is an opportunity to gain broad exposure across financial reporting, international operations and statutory accounting.
You'll play an important role in supporting the financial accounting and reporting of our international entities, helping to deliver accurate financial information that supports decision-making across the organisation.
What you'll doAs part of our Financial Control team, you'll:
Support the preparation and processing of financial accounting activities within the general ledger.
Assist with monthly close and consolidation activities across our international offices and entities.
Perform balance sheet reconciliations and help maintain a strong financial control environment.
Support the preparation of half-year and annual financial reporting.
Work with colleagues across Financial Reporting, FP&A, Regulatory Reporting, Investment Reporting and Financial Operations.
Build relationships with international stakeholders and help ensure financial information is accurate, complete and delivered on time.
Support internal and external audit activity and help implement agreed recommendations.
Contribute to process improvements and continuous improvement initiatives.
Help maintain clear and effective finance procedures and documentation.
We're interested in people who are curious, organised and eager to learn.
You'll likely have:
Experience supporting accounting, financial reporting or management accounting activities.
Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
The ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
Good Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
Experience using an accounting or finance system such as Workday, SAP, Oracle or similar.
An understanding of accounting principles, UK GAAP or IFRS, or a desire to develop knowledge in these areas.
We're particularly interested in candidates who are studying towards, hold, or are considering a professional accounting qualification such as AAT, ACCA, ACA or CIMA.
Being inclusive at Lloyd’s is integral to how we work — and how we deliver impact.
We aim to build a diverse, inclusive environment that reflects the global markets we serve, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect and supported to reach their full potential.
We take the risk by challenging traditional thinking and being proactive about inclusion. That means being open and positive about workplace adjustments, prioritising health and wellbeing, and investing in diversity and inclusion training so everyone feels able to contribute and succeed.
We make things happen by turning our commitment into action. Through employee networks, mentoring, volunteering opportunities and sustained investment in professional development, we create an environment where inclusion is experienced day‑to‑day — not just talked about.
We own the outcome by focusing on impact. By bringing together diverse perspectives and the best minds in the industry, we work collaboratively with underwriters and brokers to create innovative, responsive solutions that share risk and solve complex problems across global markets.
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Lloyd's London, England Office
One Lime Street, London, United Kingdom, EC3M 7HA
