London Permanent - Full Time
On Site
About us
The Fidelis Partnership is a leading privately-owned, Bermuda-based Managing General Underwriter, which, through its subsidiaries, is a global underwriter of property, bespoke and specialty insurance and reinsurance products. The Fidelis Partnership is one of the largest Managing General Underwriters globally and its operations also include outwards reinsurance, claims handling, exposure management and portfolio analytics. The Fidelis Partnership also sponsors and incubates specialist MGAs through its Pine Walk platform. The Fidelis Partnership is separately owned and managed from the ownership and management of Fidelis Insurance Group.
Across product lines and geographies, we focus on three diversified pillars: reinsurance, specialty and bespoke solutions. We are truly diversified. Our long-standing partnerships with capital providers and quota share partners make us nimble. Our breadth of expertise and capabilities deliver outstanding market returns.
The role
The Non-Technical Accountant will be a key member of the Non-Technical Finance team at The Fidelis Partnership. This collaborative role involves supporting and working collaboratively with various accounting functions and stakeholders, while ensuring compliance with internal controls and external regulations.
Key accountabilities
* Assist in the monthly non-technical close process including processes such as payroll postings, bank reconciliations, prepayments, fixed assets, accruals, leases and other corporate transactions.
* Assist and support the Accounts Payable function in process and review of supplier and employee expenses.
* Assist where necessary with the annual business plan and reforecasting for corporate expenses
* Assist in Monthly expense analysis by entity and cost centres.
* Perform the calculation and monitoring of intra and inter-company balances in accordance with service agreements.
* Assist with internal and external audit ensuring the timely completion of reviews and compliance with applicable accounting standards
* Maintain and improve internal controls and procedures documentation
* Keep Non-technical Accounting Manager and CFO fully informed of the status of the projects assigned, as well as relevant accounting-related issues that may arise from such projects
* Prepare expense extracts for HR reporting purposes such as P11D and PSA and HMRC reg returns.
* Ad hoc duties and projects as required
Skills & experience
* A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
* 3+ years' post qualification experience preferably.
* Strong knowledge of the Microsoft Suite of applications with advanced Excel skills
* Knowledge of relevant accounting software (previous experience with Oracle, SAP Concur and Aqilla preferred but not required)
* Advanced and proven financial, analytical and organizational skills
* Ability to work effectively as part of the finance team and other key stakeholders across different functions within the organization
* Ability to work independently and good problem-solving skills
* Excellent time management ability
* Ability and willingness to work extended working hours and weekends as needed
Other
The Fidelis Partnership Ethos
At The Fidelis Partnership, we aim to be different while making a difference.
* We set the standard for quality in our industry. Guided by our expertise, our clients can take unique and material risks with confidence.
* Our approach is tailored and designed to deliver excellence for our clients. We are trailblazers, creating unique solutions in the (re)insurance space.
* We are experts. Our brokers and clients value the depth of our knowledge and experience. We leverage state-of-the-art underwriting technology to be a market leader.
* We believe sound ethics make for good business. We deliver value for our customers, investors and communities while actively avoid trading with industries that cause harm to people, the environment and animals.
* We pride ourselves in creating a workplace that prizes execution, meritocracy, Diversity & Inclusion. Our people herald from countless backgrounds and are united by ambition and the unabashed desire to deliver excellence every day. We provide a competitive environment that helps people cultivate themselves professionally and personally and balance a rigorous workplace with a mindset that prioritises environmental and charitable activities in our communities worldwide.
Our ethos dictates our decisions and actions. It unites us as a team of experts and colleagues and provides us with a compass for ensuring we deliver our best to every stakeholder we serve.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Diversity & Inclusion in the workplace
* Insofar as possible, we aim to ensure the composition of our workforce reflects the make-up of the local community
* We have specific programmes in all our offices to support diversity within the hiring process, e.g. internship and scholarship award programmes
* This is a particular focus in Bermuda, where we engage actively with local organisations to source diverse talent and provide coaching/mentoring for underrepresented groups
* We aim to maintain a focus on equal opportunities across all stages of hiring process
* We measure and minimise the pay gap where possible.
Bring Your Whole Self to Work
Our vision is for a workplace culture where differences are valued and where diversity of background, experience and thought are welcomed. We want to create an environment where all employees, regardless of who they are, are given equal opportunities for career progression and enjoy fair reward from their and The Fidelis Partnership's successes. This will be driven by a workforce that embraces Diversity & Inclusion at every level, in every department across The Fidelis Partnership.
To ensure that all candidates have a fair opportunity to show their abilities during the recruitment process, adjustments may be required. If your physical or mental health or disability may necessitate an adjustment, please contact to discuss. All information relating to your health or disability will be treated in accordance with our data protection policy.
Apply by 03/11/2025
Reference: FID01545