Insurance AccountantLocation: LondonJob Type: 12 month FTC Work Setup: Hybrid - 3 days in the officeWho We Are Aspen, established in 2002, provides specialized global insurance and reinsurance for high-risk areas such as property, casualty, marine, cyber, energy, and professional lines. The company prioritizes underwriting profitability, capital efficiency, and customized solutions through its distinct Insurance and Reinsurance divisions.What You''ll Do* Prepare, review, and analyze statutory and regulatory returns, including Financial Statements and solvency calculations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IFRS and GAAP* Refine accounting reconciliations and IFRS 4 - IFRS 17 bridges, challenge external data, and enhance controls over data preparation and reporting processes* Develop and maintain detailed working and methodology papers, validate regulatory data, communicate findings, and implement system and process improvements* Apply advanced accounting knowledge to execute complex finance activities, produce high-quality analysis, and ensure thorough peer review* Coordinate and liaise with internal Finance teams and external functions (Actuarial, Risk, Ceded Ops) to support reporting and resolve ad-hoc queries* Support functional strategy by prioritizing team activities, managing tactical plans, and providing guidance to the Branch Manager and UK Head of Regulatory ReportingWhat You Bring* Insurance experience or big working experience from Big Four companies* Understan