We are a fast‑growing, internationally backed specialty MGA expanding across the entertainment, media, and live events insurance space. We are building out our London market capability and investing heavily in talent, and we are now seeking a Management Accountant.
The Role
This is a broad, hands‑on finance role supporting the International Financial Controller within a growing and evolving finance function. While the role includes core accounting responsibilities, it goes beyond traditional transactional finance and offers exposure to process development, systems improvement and business growth initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Premium & Insurance Accounting
* Support insurance accounting across premiums, commissions, fees and claims within an MGA environment
* Assist with the reconciliation and review of premium bordereaux from brokers and coverholders
* Support accurate posting and reconciliation of GWP, commissions, IPT and settlements
* Assist in monitoring premium debt and resolving reconciling items with internal and external stakeholders
* Support FX accounting, including revaluation and period‑end adjustments
* Maintain accurate ledgers and supporting documentation in line with internal controls
Month‑End & Reporting
* Support the month‑end close process, including journals, accruals and balance sheet reconciliations
* Investigate variances and support commentary on key movements
* Support audit preparation and respond to ad‑hoc information requests
* Contribute to improving month‑end processes and timelines as the finance function develops
Systems, Processes & Controls
* Support the development and documentation of finance processes and controls suitable for a growing MGA
* Assist with improving workflows as the business develops beyond QuickBooks
* Support finance systems enhancements and future improvement initiatives
* Help identify opportunities to strengthen controls, data quality and reporting
* Work within established frameworks to ensure finance processes are repeatable and scalable
Accounts Payable & Receivable
* Process supplier invoices, broker statements, and insurer settlements
* Prepare and post insurance cash receipts and payments
* Assist with insurance credit control activities, liaising with underwriters/brokers where required
* Maintain accurate ledgers and audit trails
Business Support & Development
* Support finance‑led projects linked to growth, new initiatives or structural change
* Provide flexible, hands‑on support within the finance function as the business develops
Skills & Experience
* Experience within an MGA or insurance broker environment strongly preferred
* Broad finance experience covering transactional accounting and month‑end processes
* Comfortable operating in a growth‑oriented, evolving MGA
* USGAAP experience (desired, but not essential)
* Strong attention to detail with a practical, solutions‑focused mindset
* Systems‑aware with an interest in improving finance infrastructure
* Strong Excel and data handling skills
* Confident communicator able to work across teams
Qualifications
* Part‑qualified accountant (ACCA / ACA / CIMA) or qualified‑by‑experience
* Ambition to progress and take on increasing responsibility as the role develops
Benefits
* Opportunity to help build and shape the finance function of a growing MGA
* Broad remit across insurance accounting, reporting and systems
* Clear progression to Senior Accountant level
* Long‑term development within a scaling, US‑backed MGA
* Study support to complete finance qualification
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