This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry.

At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

Financial Accountant

Accounting & European Reporting Team, Dublin

How does this role contribute to our collective success?

The Financial Accountant within the Dublin Finance Team will be assigned cross function responsibilities spanning Global Shared Services (Month end Accounting, Balance Sheet reviews and Analytics), European Financial Reporting (Regulatory, Statutory and Internal Reporting) and Project work as required. Each accountant within the Accounting & European Reporting team will have specific responsibility for a functional area, providing SME support to the wider team.

The role will involve both working independently and within the local and global finance teams to ensure successful completion of high-quality deliverables in compliance with the internal control environment.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Global Shared Services

• Responsible for production and review of assigned responsibilities for Monthly and Quarterly close activities.

• Responsible for coordinating issue resolution and liaison with upstream operations and underwriting teams for process improvement.

• Responsible for addressing queries arising from various departments including Corporate, Treasury, Tax, Segment Finance and Legal Entity Controllers.

• Continuous review of current processes to identify opportunities for standardization or transformation.

European Financial Reporting

• Support the production of Finance inputs to the quarterly and annual Solvency II returns including Statutory ledger close and reconciliation.

• Support the production of various other ancillary statistical returns, regulatory filings and surveys for the European entities.

• Responsible for preparation and review of subsidiary annual financial statements.

• Preparation of technical papers to support quarterly and annual reporting.

• Co-ordinating and working with Actuarial, Investments, Risk, Risk Funding and other teams to ensure completion of required reporting, issue resolution and implementation of process enhancements.

Other Activities

• Involvement in managing the offshore relationship and deliverables in respect of activities supporting the Accounting & European Reporting team.

• Support the External and Internal Audit process.

• Management and support of technical accounting issue resolution and evolving accounting guidance including preparation of technical memos and escalation and presentation of issues where relevant to Management.

• Collaborate in cross-functional processes and special projects as required to support business initiatives.

You may also be required to take on additional duties, responsibilities and activities appropriate to the nature of this role.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/TRAINING & EXPERIENCE:

• Qualified / Part Qualified accountant with 2-4 years’ experience.

• Good understanding of Irish GAAP, IFRS and US GAAP reporting requirements.

• Good understanding of SOX compliance requirements with respect to financial reporting processes.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Role Factors:

In this role, you will typically be required to work from the office 3 days per week, travel requirements will be limited.

What we offer:

You will be eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for you and your family, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid annual leave, and much more.

Rewarding. Challenging. Meaningful.

We are shaping the direction of Insurance and Reinsurance during a critical and exciting time for the industry.

Whether you are a student approaching graduation or a seasoned professional looking for a new environment, AXIS has the right challenges and career opportunities for you. At AXIS, we value each individual and recognize that attracting and retaining the right people is essential to the success of our company.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for employees and their families, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and much more.