AIMS International Malta


    	        	Our client a reputable international Insurance company is looking for an&lt;strong&gt; Assistant Financial Controller &lt;/strong&gt;, who will be the technical accounting expert responsible for the complete and accurate financial recording and reporting for the Gibraltar and Malta entities.&lt;br&gt;
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&lt;strong&gt;Responsibilities:&lt;/strong&gt;
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	&lt;li&gt;Extract, validate, and process all underwriting and claims bordereaux. • Post all general ledger entries for gross insurance transactions (premiums, claims, commissions).
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Prepare monthly reinsurance (ceded) workings, including treaty, XOL, and facultative arrangements, with related postings.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Calculate and record unearned premiums, commission income, and deferrals. • Perform reconciliations for all key control accounts (e.g. trade debtors, reinsurance brokers).
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Maintain a strong financial control environment with clear, auditable documentation.&amp;nbsp;
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lead technical inputs into the month-end close, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Provide validated data and journal postings to support management accounts. Deliver initial variance analysis against prior year and budget.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Analyse broker performance against TOBA targets and support profit commission accruals.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Provide historical data and insights for forecasting and budgeting.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Provide accurate data for internal/external audits and actuarial reserving.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ensure all financial practices comply with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Partner with Underwriting, Claims, and regional finance teams to ensure consistency and integrity of information.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and controls.
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&lt;strong&gt;Requirements:&lt;/strong&gt;

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	&lt;li&gt;Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent).
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Minimum 3 years’ post-qualification experience in financial control or accounting roles within the insurance sector.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Strong technical knowledge of insurance and reinsurance accounting.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proven experience in financial control, reconciliations, and month-end processes.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with financial systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) desirable.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across finance and operational teams.
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Direct experience in the Malta insurance market is essential. Experience in the Gibraltar insurance market is advantageous.
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Benefits:

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	&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 14.0px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;&quot;&gt;Annual performance bonus up to 10% of salary&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 14.0px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;&quot;&gt;Life insurance (2x annual salary)&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 14.0px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;&quot;&gt;International health insurance&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 14.0px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;&quot;&gt;Summer hours and hybrid working (according to company necessities)&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 14.0px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;&quot;&gt;Yearly eye screening&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 14.0px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;&quot;&gt;Parking (after 6 months&#039; probation)&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 14.0px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;&quot;&gt;Payment of professional membership fees (e.g., CII)&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 14.0px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;&quot;&gt;Education awards for professional qualifications&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 14.0px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;&quot;&gt;Sponsorship for job-related training&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 14.0px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style&gt;40% discount on personal insurance policies (after 6 months&#039; probation)&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;
	&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: 14.0px;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-family: Aptos , sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style&gt;Employee Assistance Programme (confidential support service)&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;
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