Accountant

1 month ago

Potters Bar, United Kingdom Canada Life Limited Full time
Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation.

Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK has operated in the United Kingdom since 1903. We have hundreds of respected and supported employees committed to doing the right thing for our customers and colleagues.

Canada Life UK is transforming to create a more customer-focused business by providing our customers with expertise on financial and tax planning, offering home finance and annuities propositions, and providing collective fund solutions to third party customers.
Job Purpose
An opportunity has arisen for an Accountant within the Expenses and Efficiencies team. This team produce all financial accounting and external reporting in line with internal
policies and relevant accounting frameworks in respect of IFRS, local GAAP , GWL OSFI and regulatory reporting ( including FCA & Solvency II ) requirements.

Key Accountabilities
  • Preparation of monthly trial balance and management accounts
  • Financial statements in respect of GWL IFRS requirements
  • Fee income invoicing and reconciliation of all debtor balances
  • Local GAAP entity financial statements
  • Local regulatory including FCA regulatory statements on a quarterly and annual basis
  • Preparation and review of balance sheet reconciliations, ICOFR requirements and maintain relevant documentation around the control environment
  • Assist in the co-ordination of the external interim & year audits.
  • Reconciliation of the company's inter-company positions and maintenance of working relationships • Maintaining control of the capital/liquidity movements of the assigned entity including but not limited to cash rebalancing, dividends and interest payments
  • Contribution to Board and Committee papers and presentations in respect of the Wealth and Asset Management entities
Desired Knowledge / Experience / Skills
  • Wealth Management and/or Life Insurance Industry experience - desirable, but not essential
  • Qualified accountant
  • Strong ability to apply analytical skills to business problems
  • Excellent communication skills - able to address non-technical and technical audiences in formal and informal settings
  • Good attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills
  • Strong Microsoft Office experience and comfortable working with multiple systems for reporting and data manipulation.
Benefits of working at Canada Life

We believe in recognising and rewarding our people, so we offer a competitive salary and benefits package that's regularly reviewed. As a Canada Life UK colleague, you'll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive reward package including a generous pension and bonus scheme, along with, income protection, private medical insurance and life assurance. We have a fantastic number of other benefits and support services as well as regular personal and professional development.

How we work at Canada Life

Our culture is unique and incredibly important to us. We care about doing the right thing for our people, customers and community and helping others to build better futures. Our blueprint behaviours shape and influence how we work, and are central to the relationships we have with others. Every day we are encouraged to be more curious, own the outcome, face into things together and find a way forward.

We want colleagues to have rewarding careers with us so we invest in the development of our people, technology and workplaces. That's why we offer a range of training, flexible working and opportunities to grow and develop.

Diversity and inclusion

Building an inclusive workplace with a diverse workforce where everyone can feel they belong and achieve their potential regardless of gender, ethnicity or any other characteristic is a key commitment for us. We are proud of the progress we're making in DEI, and we continue for it to be a significant focus.

"At Canada Life we believe in the power of great people from different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives coming together to build better futures. Emerging talent is crucial to our growth and creating an environment that continues to inspire us all." Nick Harding, Chief People Officer, Canada Life UK

We appreciate that everyone has different work and life responsibilities. We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part time, for any of our roles should this be a requirement for you.

  • Accountant

    4 weeks ago

    Potters Bar, United Kingdom Canada Life Limited Full time

    Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK has operated in the United Kingdom...

  • Accountant

    4 weeks ago

    Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Canada Life Limited Full time

    Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK has operated in the United Kingdom...

  • Accountant

    1 month ago

    Potters Bar, United Kingdom Canada Life Limited Full time

    Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK has operated in the United Kingdom...

  • Accounts Assistant

    3 months ago

    Potters Bar, United Kingdom Page Personnel Full time

    Great Potters bar based Accounts Assistant permanent role - Established and stable business with a flexible working 2 days from home policy **About Our Client**: This Permanent and flexible working Accounts Assistant role is to be based within this great international Education and training services provider to the public sector based in Potters Bar. With a...

  • Accounts Assistant

    1 month ago

    Potters Bar, United Kingdom Pure 4 Recruitment Full time

    My client is looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant to join their team that is continually growing.The business requires a Treasury Accounts Assistant to join the Treasury team within the Finance function. Alongside three Cash Controllers, the candidate will be responsible for managing all bank accounts related tasks across a number of operating companies...

  • Trainee Accountant

    3 months ago

    Potters Bar, United Kingdom Canada Life Full time

    Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK has operated in the United Kingdom...

  • Trainee Accountant

    3 months ago

    Potters Bar, United Kingdom Canada Life Full time

    **12 Month Fixed Term Contract** Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK...

  • Trainee Accountant

    2 months ago

    Potters Bar, United Kingdom Canada Life Full time

    **12 Month Fixed Term Contract** Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK...

  • Trainee Accountant

    3 months ago

    Potters Bar, United Kingdom Canada Life Full time

    Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK has operated in the United Kingdom...

  • Assistant Accountant

    1 month ago

    Potters Bar, United Kingdom Vitae Financial Recruitment Full time

    Assistant AccountantPotters Bar (Office Based)Salary up to £38k depending on experienceOur client, a dynamic and fast growing business, is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to become an integral part of its team in Potters Bar. Responsibilities:* Account Reconciliation: Keep our supplier accounts in check by meticulously...

  • Trainee Accountant

    4 weeks ago

    Potters Bar, United Kingdom Canada Life Limited Full time

    Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK has operated in the United Kingdom...

  • Assistant Accountant

    1 month ago

    Potters Bar, United Kingdom Pure 4 Recruitment Full time

    As an Assistant Accountant in the Treasury department you will work with five others in the department in analysing the daily bank transactions and working on other Treasury related tasks and in helping in the preparation of Head office accounts.This role will provide the successful candidate with opportunities to gain broad experience within the finance...

  • Trainee Accountant

    1 month ago

    Potters Bar, United Kingdom Canada Life Limited Full time

    Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK has operated in the United Kingdom...

  • Management Accountant

    4 days ago

    Potters Bar, United Kingdom Broadstone Resourcing Full time

    Management Accountant - Potters Bar (Hybrid) - £35,000 + Study support Successful construction company is seeking to hire a Management Accountant currently working towards CIMA or ACCA qualification. A full study package will be available. Main responsibilities Assist in the preparation of the monthly management accounts pack (Balance sheet, P&L, variance...

  • Assistant Accountant

    3 months ago

    Potters Bar, United Kingdom Pure 4 Recruitment Limited Full time

    As an Assistant Accountant in the Treasury department you will work with five others in the department in analysing the daily bank transactions and working on other Treasury related tasks and in helping in the preparation of Head office accounts. This role will provide the successful candidate with opportunities to gain broad experience within the finance...

  • Accounts Position

    1 week ago

    Potters Bar, United Kingdom Everyvalve Ltd Full time

    Accounts Position – Full Time – Everyvalve Ltd - Potters BarWe are seeking an experienced accounts person, well versed in Sage 50 Accounts and Excel spreadsheets for a smallish friendly company in central Potters Bar.Attention to detail for sales, purchase, nominal ledger and stock is essential. Reconciliations, reports preparation and normal Sage...

  • Accounts Position

    1 week ago

    Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Everyvalve Ltd Full time

    Accounts Position – Full Time – Everyvalve Ltd - Potters BarWe are seeking an experienced accounts person, well versed in Sage 50 Accounts and Excel spreadsheets for a smallish friendly company in central Potters Bar.Attention to detail for sales, purchase, nominal ledger and stock is essential. Reconciliations, reports preparation and normal Sage...

  • Accounts Assistant

    3 months ago

    Potters Bar, United Kingdom Berry Recruitment Full time

    Berry Recruitment are currently seeking an Accounts Assistant on behalf of our client based in Potter's Bar. Role Overview: The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of all payable transactions. Pay rate: £14.50 per hour Hours: Monday - Friday (09:00-17:30), Office Based. Key Responsibilities: Obtain...

  • Accounts Assistant

    2 months ago

    Potters Bar, United Kingdom Berry Recruitment Full time

    Berry Recruitment are currently seeking an Accounts Assistant on behalf of our client based in Potter's Bar.Role Overview:The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of all payable transactions.Pay rate: £14.50 per hourHours: Monday - Friday (09:00-17:30), Office Based.Key Responsibilities:Obtain approval for...

  • Accounts Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Potters Bar, United Kingdom CareTech Group Full time

    The business requires a Treasury Accounts Assistant to join the Treasury team within the Finance function. Alongside three Cash Controllers, the candidate will be responsible for managing all bank accounts related tasks across a number of operating companies as well as performing many other treasury related tasks in a timely and organised manner.This role...