Finance Operations Assistant, Europe Finance Group

Take the next step in your career with us.
Allied World is an ideal place for talented professionals who are driven by a belief in the value of collaboration and the power of knowledge.
We believe that when our great people work together and support one another, our clients receive the best solutions. We embrace unique perspectives and empower each person to grow through professional development, career training and mentoring programs.
Our people are our most important asset, and we are very proud of the quality of our team members.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare weekly cash forecasts and manage cash flow, including identifying investment opportunities.

• Support the preparation of quarterly and annual regulatory returns (including US and Canadian packs).

• Liaise with Underwriters, Brokers and senior management to ensure that overdue premium is collected in timely manner.

• Laise with operations and outsourced service providers to ensure the accurate processing of premium.

• Work with detailed and complex spreadsheets to analyze and review financial data.

• Prepare ad-hoc reports and assist finance projects and process improvements.

• Respond to internal and external queries regarding financial data.

Qualifications:

• Good PC skills, with proficiency in Excel.

• The ideal candidate would be eager to develop a career in finance and grow within the department.

• Basis insurance knowledge is advantageous, but not essential.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong time management and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

• Proven organizational skills with attention to detail.

• Team player with ability to meet reporting deadlines.

Working at Allied World

Our team of over 1,650 professionals has deep expertise in the industry. They enjoy their work, and many have served for several years. This is what you can expect when you join us:
• Instant membership in the Allied World — a global network of colleagues who will support your career journey
• A manager who will help you build your career through a structured coaching program
• Access to a full suite of learning and development tools and resources
Global Presence

Headquartered in Bermuda, Allied World has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Brisbane, Chicago, Costa Mesa, Dallas, Dublin, Farmington (CT), Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Malaysia, Manchester, Miami, Nashville, New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Singapore, Sydney, Switzerland and Toronto. We strive to provide exceptional service to our clients and distribution partners.

Our Business

Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, Ltd, through its subsidiaries, is a global provider of insurance and reinsurance solutions. We operate under the brand Allied World and have supported clients, cedents and trading partners with thoughtful service and meaningful coverages since 2001. We are a subsidiary of Fairfax Financial Holding Limited, and benefit from a worldwide network of affiliated entities that allow us to think and respond in a non-traditional ways.

Allied work is an equal opportunity employer. Subject to applicable law, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religions or belief, gender, age, disability, military service, marital or civil partnership status, family status, sexual orientation, ethnic or national origin, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law or regulation in the relevant jurisdiction where we operate.

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