HR330: Secondment Accountant, Reinsurance | Bermuda

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SECONDMENT ACCOUNTANTS - REINSURANCE - BERMUDA - ONLY 10% TAX - HR330 About this opportunity 🚀 We're looking for Bermuda-based accountants who are interested in joining our new team of Consultants for temporary contract accounting secondments with locally-based companies in the Re/Insurance sector... Learn more about contracting here Secondments can offer the chance of a fast track to responsibility, flexible contracts, and frequently lead to a permanent placement afterwards In this environment, you will stretch yourself to enhance your communication skills, cultural awareness, and leadership and influencing skills Assignments also enable you to get experience of a range of different companies in different sectors – convenient if you like to ‘try before you buy’ approach A contracting role can also improve your future career chances by enhancing your CV. As well as the huge personal development (improved confidence) and specific accounting experience gained, it demonstrates flexibility and adaptability, plus the opportunity to build your own new network of professional contacts As a result of the recent economic climate, it is becoming more common for employers to offer secondments to work on projects as they can be a more affordable and practical option, where resources are tight or where the need for a permanent hire is not yet known, such as with a start-up. Starting in a secondment capacity can be the entry point for joining a reinsurer on a permanent basis later What you’ll need A recognised professional accounting qualification (such as CA, CPA, ACA, ACCA) Practical experience in financial statements preparation and/or internal auditing in a financial services environment Direct experience of working in Bermuda's Re/Insurance sector or auditing such entities is a definite advantage Familiarity with US GAAP and Bermuda Monetary Authority reporting requirements is a definite plus Well-developed IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills How to apply To apply, attach your résumé or include a link to your LinkedIn profile If you don't provide one of the above, we can't progress your application For reasons of confidentiality and to ensure best match for positions, our normal practice is to submit applications to employers only after we have had a Career Consultation with candidates. In the event that you are not shortlisted for this particular vacancy, your details will be held on file and considered for other relevant opportunities. Our clients are equal opportunity employers and value diversity. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you believe you deserve an exceptional career, we’ll help make it happen. 👉 Not for you? Refer a friend to apply and we'll reward you with a referral bonus upon successful placement 👉 Share a job Tell us about a new job vacancy in Bermuda, BVI or the Cayman Islands