Looking for a role that will have a meaningful impact on global accounting processes?
We are looking for an individual to oversee financial, regulatory and business reporting of Markel International and its subsidiaries within Markel Group’s Global Finance Department.
What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it. The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs.
Join us and play your part in something special!
The opportunity:
Join our Reporting and Capital team as a Senior Accountant, where you will play a pivotal role in a growing organisation. This position offers excellent exposure and a wealth of opportunities for professional development. As a key member of the team, you'll engage with complex financial reporting and capital management tasks, enhancing your expertise and contributing to our continued success. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment, where your growth and career progression are highly valued.
What you’ll be doing:
Produce UK GAAP Financial Statements: Responsible for the accurate production of UK GAAP financial statements, ensuring comprehensive provision of information for the audit process, including reconciliations and samples. Ensure timely sign-off of financial statements within agreed timelines.
Solvency II Reporting: Assist in the preparation of annual Solvency II returns for Markel International Insurance Company Ltd (MIICL) and Syndicate 3000, as well as quarterly Solvency II reporting for MIICL.
Regulatory Returns Management: Take ownership of the preparation and submission of various regulatory returns, ensuring adherence to deadlines and maintaining a high standard of work.
Balance Sheet Reconciliation: Support the quarterly balance sheet reconciliation process. Prepare analysis packs for both consolidated and legal entity balance sheets.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Liaise effectively with other business areas, including Actuarial, Legal and Compliance, Internal Audit, US Corporate Finance, and other members of the London Finance team.
Our must-haves:
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Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA/CIMA/ACCA or equivalent) with experience in insurance sector is essential for this role.
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Detailed knowledge and experience of UK Financial, Regulatory and preferably Solvency II reporting.
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Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
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A strong collaborative approach combined with the ability to work independently towards tight, internal and external timeframes.
Who we are:
Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) a Fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory, and investment operations around the world.
We’re all about people | We win together | We strive for better | We enjoy the everyday | We think further
What’s in it for you?
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A great starting salary plus annual bonus & strong benefits package…
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25 days paid holiday plus Bank Holidays, with the opportunity to buy/sell extra leave
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Fantastic company pension scheme, private medical and dental cover, life assurance, travel insurance cover, income protection, season ticket loan as well as other great benefits on offer
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There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career and we can provide the support needed to do just that!
Are you ready to play your part?
Choose ‘Apply Now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.
Markel celebrates the value of a diverse workforce that brings experience and expertise from a wide variety of backgrounds and life circumstances. Whatever your background, if you feel you meet the requirements of this role then we want to hear from you. We are also happy to consider candidates who are looking for flexible working patterns.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with all reasonable accommodations to be able to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions if successful. Please contact us via email at [email protected] or call us at 0161 507 5827 to request any accommodations that may be needed. This includes any alternative formats of any documents or information on how to apply offline.
What We Do
At Markel, we believe in hard work, a zealous pursuit of excellence, and fairness in all our dealings.
Markel Corporation (NYSE: MKL) is a global Fortune 500 company headquartered in Richmond, Virginia. We seek to be a leader in each of our pursuits, with insurance being our primary business. As a market leader for specialty insurance, reinsurance, and investment operations around the world, Markel embodies integrity, commitment, teamwork, and innovation in every day operations. We are encouraged to look for a better way to do things. Since our founding in 1930, we have sought to know our customers’ needs and to provide quality products and service.
Markel specializes in providing coverage for hard-to-place risks for a variety of niche markets including:
• Agricultural and equine risks
• Reinsurance for large risk enterprises such as oil rigs
• Event cancellation insurance for weddings, concerts, and sporting events
• Inland marine coverage for fine art collections
• Environmental pollution
• Yachts, ATVs, and motorcycles
At Markel we provide an atmosphere in which people can reach their personal potential. We are results-oriented, and we continually strive for a better way to do things. The Markel approach is one of spontaneity and flexibility.
Markel helps employees balance work and social activities. Markel gives you the keys to success! Keeping an open mind and learning new skills allows our associates to stay ahead of the marketplace. Above all, we enjoy what we are doing. There is excitement here that comes from innovating, creating, striving for a better way, sharing success with others…winning.
That is the Markel Style.
