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Technical Accounting Manager

Location Manchester, United Kingdom Job type Full-Time Work mode Hybrid Job level Professional Job ID 12672 Company HSB Employment type Temporary Area of expertise Finance, Accounting & Controlling
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About us

HSB (UK and Ireland) , is a leading specialist provider of engineering, technology and structural warranty insurance  solutions, plant and equipment inspection services, and engineering-based risk management activities in the UK and Ireland.

HSB (UK and Ireland) consists of the parent company HSB Engineering Insurance Limited (HSBEIL) together with its two UK subsidiaries, HSB Engineering Inspection Services Limited (HSBEISL); and a regulated MGA, MD Insurance Services Limited (MDIS), which trades as Premier Guarantee or LABC Warranty.

Collectively HSB is the UK and Ireland’s only group of companies solely focused on providing specialist engineering and technology insurance solutions and risk focused inspection services and assessments to its customers.

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Job title

Technical Accounting Manager

Location

Manchester

Division

Finance

Reporting to

Head of Technical Accounting

Job Purpose 

The focus of the role will be the end-to-end management of the production of our IFRS 17 financial results into our quarterly group reporting for our ultimate parent company MunichRe.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage the timeline for overall IFRS 17 delivery, ensuring model input data is collated accurately and on a timely basis.
  • Review and test the output from the MunichRe IFRS 17 model.
  • Produce reconciliations and commentary to understand the IFRS 17 vs IFRS 4 local result.
  • Manage the delivery of the overall group reporting submissions in accordance with deadlines.
  • Engage with key stakeholders across the group and respond to ad-hoc requests to provide support and understanding of the IFRS 17 result.
  • Engage in group projects to enhance the future reporting of IFRS 17.

Skills & Experience

  • Excellent Organisational skills – self and others.
  • Proven record of process and system improvements.
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS, US and UK GAAP
  • Pro-active, flexible and able to meet tight deadlines
  • Ability to set robust expectations and communicate financial analysis at all levels.
  • Experience of working with within the Insurance industry is desirable.

Qualifications and Educational Requirements:

Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA).

Personal Attributes

  • High standard of organisational skills with the ability to plan and prioritise.
  • Highly self-motivated with the ability to work on own initiative.
  • Ability to build cross function relationships.
  • The ability to communicate effectively at all levels, both verbally and written.
  • Attention to detail: Applying high quality standards to all tasks undertaken.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At HSB, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion foster innovation and resilience and enable us to act braver and better. Embracing the power of DEI is at the core of who we are. We recognise diversity can be multi-dimensional, intersectional, and complex, so we want to build a diverse workforce that includes a wide range of racial, ethnic, sexual, and gender identities; economic and geographic backgrounds; physical abilities; ages; life, school, and career experiences; and political, religious, and personal beliefs. Additionally, we are committed to building an equitable and inclusive work environment where this diversity is celebrated, valued, and has equitable opportunities to succeed.

All candidates in consideration for any role can request a reasonable adjustment at any point in our recruitment process. You can request an adjustment by speaking to your Talent Acquisition contact.

Benefits

  • 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + Well-being days
  • Up to 13% Pension contribution
  • Eligibility for an Annual Bonus
  • Private Medical & Dental
  • Life Assurance
  • Wellbeing and Development Scheme + EAP + Health Assessments (subject to scheme eligibility)
  • Study & continuing Professional Development Support
  • Hybrid Working
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Your Benefits

With us, you get more than just an exciting job. Enjoy a wide range of employee benefits tailored to your wellbeing and development. Please note that regional differences may apply.

Competitive Salary

We provide fair and competitive compensation that reflects your performance and commitment.

Company performance-based Incentives

In addition to your salary, our variable compensation approach allows you to share in Munich Re's success.

Recognition and Special Rewards

We recognise outstanding individual contributions through a variety of targeted rewards and incentives.

Retirement Planning

We support your long-term financial wellbeing with retirement solutions aligned with local regulations.

Inclusive Workplace Culture

We foster a respectful, inclusive, and values-driven environment.

Learning & Development

We offer tailored learning opportunities with a strong focus on core skills and business-critical knowledge.

Work-Life-Balance

Supporting your ability to balance family, leisure, and your career.

Health & Wellbeing

We support your physical and mental health through a range of programs and activities in each location.

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