Finance Operations Accountant Job at PoloWorks (London)

Job Description

This role will act as a key link between Finance and the Data team, supporting both business-as-usual processes and ongoing development of the DWH. The position will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity of financial data, supporting syndicate reporting, and driving improvements in processes and controls.

Job Responsibility

Liaise between Data Team and Finance Team
Check calculations of Gross written and earned premium (and associated acquisition costs) as performed by the DWH
Identify errors in calculations and any required manual adjustments required for the close process
Identify any control weaknesses to the process and recommend improvements
Assist implementing the DWH new syndicates including implementing new writing and earnings patterns
Establish and document effective controls over process and data in the DWH and downstream into Finance modules (post DWH calculations currently in Excel)
Develop exception reporting using AI where appropriate
Identify and assist in developing new calculations in the DWH e.g. switching-to-signed (i.e. where premium is changed from being recognised on the basis of underwriter estimate to being recognised on the basis of Signed messages.)
Identify and test reports from the DWH as required by PMA on behalf of third-party syndicates
Help developing use of AI where appropriate to reduce reliance on Excel use downstream of DWH e.g. Data exception reporting

Requirements

Knowledge of Insurance accounting
Experience in working in a project environment
Ability to liaise with people of different levels and experience and skill-sets e.g. IT, Data, Finance, Actuarial
Good reconciliation skills
Methodical work practices
Experience in dealing with large volumes of data and excellent Excel skills
Good written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of AI or a willingness to learn and share knowledge to help modernize processes and implement the benefits of technological change
Demonstrates behaviours aligned to the PoloWorks PRIDE values: Pioneering – we don’t stand still
Responsible – We do the right thing
Inclusive – we all play a role
Delivery Focused- we provide services we are proud of
Empowering – we equip people to be their best

What we offer

competitive salary
discretionary annual bonus
minimum 26 days of annual leave (with the option to buy more)
flexible, hybrid working
private health insurance
life assurance
income protection
enhanced pension contributions
occupational maternity and paternity pay
company volunteering days
Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing scheme
employee assistance programme with retail discounts and savings
generous employee referral scheme
regular sports and social events

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