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Location Manchester, United Kingdom Job type Full-Time Work mode Hybrid Job level Professional Job ID 12987 Company HSB Employment type Regular Area of expertise Finance, Accounting & Controlling
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.
Job Role
The Finance team is undergoing a period of exciting transformation, with implementation of new systems, processes and controls. The Finance Transformation Accountant will provide hands-on accounting support across Finance during this time, helping teams maintain strong day-to-day delivery while multiple projects and improvements are underway.
This is a solutions-focused role suited to someone who enjoys getting to the root cause of issues, making sense of complex information, and supporting a range of activities across Finance. The postholder will help improve controls, resolve queries, and deliver accurate reporting and insight.
Key Responsabilities
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Provide flexible accounting support across Finance to maintain delivery during periods of change and competing priorities. This may include:
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Review and approve outputs of financial operations processes including VAT returns and balance sheet reconciliations.
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Assist with external reporting activities(including regulatory reporting), such as analysis, commentary, evidence gathering and responding to queries.
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Provide commercial finance support such as cost analysis, forecasting input, and ad-hoc reporting to support decision-making.
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Investigate and resolve accounting and reporting issues, identifying root causes and implementing practical fixes.
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Help improve processes and controls, including documenting procedures and supporting implementation of change.
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Work collaboratively across Finance and with wider business stakeholders to ensure timely, accurate outputs and good governance.
Skills and Experience
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Experience in a hands-on accounting role with exposure to a broad range of activities.
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Financial services experience is essential; insurance experience is strongly preferred.
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Strong core accounting knowledge.
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Comfortable working in change environments—able to keep day-to-day delivery moving while processes, systems or ways of working evolve.
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Proactive problem-solving skills: able to investigate issues, identify root causes and implement pragmatic solutions.
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Strong Excel skills and experience working with finance systems (general ledger/ERP) and reporting tools.
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Clear communication and stakeholder management skills, able to explain financial information to non-finance colleagues.
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Strong attention to detail, with the ability to prioritise and manage competing deadlines.
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Experience supporting audit requests and working with well-controlled processes and evidence packs is desirable.
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High standard of documentation for judgements, decisions and process changes.
Qualifications and Educational Requirements
Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or proven qualified by experience in a broad accounting role.
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
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25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + Well-being days
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Up to 13% Pension contribution
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Eligibility for anAnnual Bonus
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Private Medical & Dental
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Life Assurance
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Wellbeing and Development Scheme+ EAP + Health Assessments(subject to scheme eligibility)
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Study & continuing Professional Development Support
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Hybrid Working
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.