Accountant, Partner Syndicates

Who we are

Apollo is a specialised, independent (re)insurer operating at Lloyd’s, established in 2009 with a clear ambition: to deliver high-quality underwriting, service and partnerships in a market that values expertise and trust.

The name Apollo reflects our origins. Inspired by founding investor Neil Armstrong — the first person to walk on the moon — the business was built with the same pioneering mindset. Alongside Jim Hays, Neil saw an opportunity to create a different kind of Lloyd’s platform: focused, agile and built around people.

Since launch, Apollo has evolved into a diversified insurance group. Today, our offering spans traditional and specialty lines through Apollo 1969, innovative sharing-economy solutions via ibott 1971, and managing agency services for Platform Partner Syndicates at Lloyd’s.

With a global team of more than 1000 professionals, we continue to grow with purpose, combining underwriting excellence, innovation and collaboration to support our mission of enabling a more resilient and sustainable world.

“We attract and retain diverse talent by creating an inclusive environment where people are empowered to grow, succeed and do their best work. By fostering excellence and forward-thinking, we aim to enable a resilient and sustainable world.” David Ibeson, Group CEO

Your Role

We are looking for a Syndicate Accountant to support the core financial operations of Apollo’s Platform Partner Syndicates. Reporting to the Syndicate Finance Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, delivering Lloyd’s reporting, and supporting strong financial control across the syndicates.

This is a hands-on accounting role within a Lloyd’s market environment, offering broad exposure across general ledger management, reconciliations, regulatory reporting, and cash management. You will work closely with FP&A and wider Finance stakeholders, contributing to high-quality financial insight and continuous improvement of processes and controls.

What You Will Do

• Produce core Lloyd’s returns, including QMA, QMB, QSR and QAD, in line with regulatory requirements and deadlines
• Maintain the general ledger and financial reporting systems, ensuring accuracy and integrity of data
• Complete month-end reconciliations, including LCA, technical balances and intercompany balances
• Review and clear daily and monthly financial interface items
• Maintain and monitor cash flow forecasts for the syndicates
• Oversee daily cash movements, including payments, investment transactions and Lloyd’s signing messages
• Prepare year-end Syndicate Accounts under UK GAAP
• Support the FP&A Manager with management reporting and the Syndicate Business Forecast process
• Contribute to the development and documentation of controls over Lloyd’s and Solvency II (Pillar 3) reporting
• Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, processes and controls

What We Are Looking For

Syndicate and Insurance Accounting Experience

• Experience in insurance accounting, ideally within a Lloyd’s or syndicate environment
• Understanding of Lloyd’s reporting requirements and regulatory deadlines

Technical Accounting Capability

• Strong general ledger experience with proven reconciliation skills
• Solid analytical and problem-solving ability
• Experience working with financial reporting systems and data interfaces

Systems and Data Skills

• Intermediate Microsoft Excel capability
• Strong data manipulation and mapping skills
• Experience using Sun general ledger and Q&A is desirable

Professional Qualifications and Approach

• Qualified accountant, ACA, ACCA or equivalent
• Well organised, deadline-driven, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Conscientious, detail-focused, and motivated by maintaining high standards of financial control

What you’ll get in return

We offer a competitive and thoughtfully designed reward package that reflects the value of our people. This includes a fair and attractive salary, discretionary bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package - including 31 days’ annual leave, a non-contributory pension and private medical insurance.

Our commitment to inclusion

At Apollo, people are at the heart of everything we do. We are a diverse, growing team of empowered experts who bring collaboration, innovation and data-driven thinking to every relationship and every risk.

We believe diversity and inclusion go far beyond targets. They are essential to understanding the global communities we serve and to making better decisions. That’s why we are committed to developing diverse talent at every level and creating an environment where different perspectives are genuinely valued, supported and celebrated.

We also run a programme of events, training and initiatives designed to recognise both the challenges and opportunities that come with building an inclusive workplace.

Hybrid & flexible working

Flexible and hybrid working are fully embraced at Apollo. We do not believe in presenteeism. Instead, we trust our people to work in ways that allow them to perform at their best, balancing professional responsibilities with personal commitments.

Supporting your application

Apollo is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive recruitment experience. Our process typically includes a combination of virtual (Microsoft Teams) and in-person interviews.

If there’s anything we can do to support you or make the process more accessible, please let us know, including sharing any adjustments in advance or on the day via Clear Talents.

To learn more about our values, ESG strategy and commitment to inclusion, please explore our Life at Apollo pack.