Senior Accountant (Insurance)

Company: Hays
Apply for the Senior Accountant (Insurance)
Location: London
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will support day-to-day finance operations and deliver financial reporting across multiple regions. You will work closely with the Finance Director to maintain accurate ledgers, perform month-end tasks, and drive improvements in finance processes. The position offers flexible hours (full-time or 3 days/week) in a renowned international horse breeding business with a focus on growth and development. You’ll contribute to strategic financial management within the equine sector and gain exposure to multi-region P&L and stock valuations.

Responsibilities

  • Support day-to-day finance operations
  • Produce financial & management reporting
  • Prepare P&L for multiple regions
  • Oversee AP/AR processes
  • Handle purchase/sales ledgers, invoicing, bank reconciliations, payroll journals & expenses
  • Assist with year-end accounts preparation
  • Conduct monthly stock valuations
  • VAT
  • Finance process improvement
  • Participate in ad hoc projects

Key requirements

  • Industry experience in Equine/Horse Breeding/Horse Racing or strong passion/knowledge of the sector
  • Proven accounting experience
  • ACCA/CIMA/ACA or QBE preferred
  • AP/AR management
  • P&L reporting
  • Stock valuations
  • VAT handling
  • Month-end close
  • Invoicing and ledgers

…

Posted: October 1st, 2026