Senior Accountant (Captives) - Isle of Man: An Opportunity to Shape Financial Futures
Are you a seasoned accounting professional seeking a role that offers both significant responsibility and the chance to work with a global leader? This Senior Accountant position with Aon in the Isle of Man presents a compelling opportunity for those looking to elevate their career within the dynamic world of captive insurance. Aon, renowned for empowering better decisions that protect and enrich lives, is actively seeking an individual to contribute to their market-leading team.
This role is more than just a job; it's an invitation to be at the forefront of financial management for a portfolio of captive insurance clients. You'll be instrumental in shaping their financial health and ensuring their strategic objectives are met.
What the Day-to-Day Entails:
As a Senior Accountant, your responsibilities will be multifaceted and crucial to client success. You will:
- Oversee the finance function for a dedicated portfolio of captive insurance clients.
- Conduct thorough reviews of management accounts, financial statements, and group reporting packs, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Maintain and manage accounting systems, ensuring seamless operations.
- Develop and produce essential financial tools, including budgets, forecasts, and insightful ad hoc reports and analyses.
- Prepare high-quality Board papers and actively present findings at Board and client meetings, both on and off-island.
- Actively participate in client, board, and other relevant meetings.
- Provide strong support to team members, fostering a collaborative and efficient working environment.
- Manage day-to-day treasury functions with precision and foresight.
- Professionally handle group queries and maintain strong, proactive communication with clients.
- Stay ahead of the curve by continuously updating your knowledge of relevant accounting standards and financial products impacting clients.
- Cultivate and nurture robust internal and external client relationships.
- Collaborate with your line manager to enhance client revenue and profitability, identifying opportunities for additional revenue generation.
- Liaise effectively with auditors, ensuring a smooth and transparent audit process.
- Ensure strict compliance with all regulatory and other standards as directed by line management.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
Choosing Aon in the Isle of Man means aligning yourself with an organization that values excellence and offers unique professional advantages:
- Global Reach, Local Expertise: Become part of one of the world's largest professional services firms, benefiting from its extensive network and resources while contributing to the local market.
- Diverse Industry Exposure: Collaborate with clients and colleagues from a wide spectrum of industries and geographical locations, broadening your professional perspective.
- Market Leadership: Join the Isle of Man's leading entity in commercial insurance broking and captive insurance company management, positioning yourself at the pinnacle of the industry.
Key Considerations for Your Career Path:
To thrive in this role and advance your career, consider the following:
- Professional Qualification and Experience: A professional accounting qualification is essential, complemented by proven experience specifically within the captive or risk management sector. This foundational expertise will be critical for success.
- Client-Centric Approach: Strong client-facing skills are paramount. Your excellent communication, numeracy, IT proficiency, and ability to translate complex financial information into actionable insights will be highly valued.
- Accuracy and Adaptability: A deep understanding of accounting conventions and the ability to work accurately under tight deadlines are non-negotiable. Being a strong team player while also capable of independent decision-making is key.
- Continuous Learning and Insight: A proactive approach to staying abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and evolving financial products will be crucial for maintaining quality standards and providing strategic value.
This is a full-time, permanent position, reporting to the Managing Director. Aon is deeply committed to fostering a workplace that champions diversity, equality, and inclusion. All applications are handled with the utmost confidentiality and processed through rigorous recruitment and selection procedures.
Support for Your Growth and Well-being:
Aon recognizes that your success is intrinsically linked to your well-being and development. Beyond a comprehensive benefits package, you'll find:
- An Inclusive and Empowering Culture: Aon fosters an environment where every colleague is encouraged to be their authentic self.
- Agile Working Environment: Benefit from an agile setup that supports your well-being and work-life balance, enabling you to perform at your best.
- Global Wellbeing Days: Enjoy two dedicated "Global Wellbeing Days" each year to focus on your personal well-being.
- Variety of Working Style Solutions: Aon offers flexible working arrangements to accommodate diverse needs.
- Continuous Learning Culture: Be inspired and equipped to learn, share, and grow, helping you reach your fullest potential.
At Aon, you will find yourself more connected, more relevant, and more valued. Embrace this opportunity to shape your career and contribute to a world of better decisions.