Syndicate Accountant

Title:

Syndicate Accountant

Company:

Everest Advisors (Uk), Ltd.

Job Category:

Finance

• Assist in the general ledger close of the Syndicate and related legal entities for Group reporting under US GAAP and local reporting under UK GAAP.
• Monitor general ledger integrity and investigate unusual balances or transactions. Maintain, and strengthen where required, controls over the general ledger account balances and transactions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function by identifying opportunities to simplify, standardise, and automate existing accounting and reporting processes.
• Partner with Finance, IT, Data & Analytics, and other business stakeholders to evaluate and support the implementation of technology-enabled solutions, including AI and automation tools, to enhance reporting accuracy, controls, and operational efficiency.
• Contribute to the modernisation of the finance operating model by exploring innovative approaches to data management, workflow automation, and financial analysis.
• Engage in the audit of the syndicate and related entities including liaison with internal and external auditors, providing necessary documentation, analysis and explanations as required.

What if I don’t meet every requirement? At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.

Our Culture

At Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Click here to learn more about our culture.

All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve.

Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Primary Location:

London

Additional Locations:

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Everest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a rich, 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive, and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk, growth, progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders, who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world.

Everest (re Syndicate 2786) is seeking a highly skilled Accountant to join our team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant or an individual looking to make their first move from accounting practice into industry. We welcome candidates with experience gained in a Big 4 or leading professional services environment, particularly those who have worked with insurance, reinsurance, or Lloyd's syndicate clients. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and highly visible finance team, gaining broad exposure to syndicate operations, regulatory reporting, financial controls, and strategic finance initiatives within a growing global organisation.

As Everest continues to enhance its finance capabilities, this role will also provide the opportunity to identify, develop, and implement process improvements through automation, data analytics, and emerging AI technologies. Candidates with a passion for innovation and a desire to modernise finance processes will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future operating model of the finance function.