
Claims Accountant
- Stokenchurch, Buckinghamshire High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
- Permanent
- Full-time
Salary: Competitive
Contract: Full-time, PermanentAt DEKRA, we provide expert services worldwide to help organisations improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability. With a strong reputation in the insurance and risk management sector, we are now seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Claims Accountant to join our busy Claims Accounting Hub.What's in it for you?
- Hybrid working arrangements (Stokenchurch or London, with flexibility).
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Company pension scheme.
- Private healthcare and Employee Assistance Programme.
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development and progression within a global organisation.
- A supportive and collaborative team culture, guided by our values of integrity, teamwork, and customer focus.
- Preparing and processing sales and purchase invoices accurately.
- Executing daily bank postings, maintaining the cash book, and performing regular reconciliations.
- Managing payment runs, ensuring all payments are made on time.
- Producing accurate financial reports using Excel and accounting systems.
- Supporting Claims Handlers and management by resolving financial queries promptly.
- Carrying out monthly control activities, analysing variances, and clarifying discrepancies.
- Assisting with audits by providing clear documentation and explanations.
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory bodies and internal policies.
- Supporting wider team projects, including process improvements and system upgrades.
- Has experience working in an accounts function (AR, AP, or general accounting).
- Is confident using accounting software (SAP R/3 experience preferred, Exact Globe desirable).
- Possesses strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and formulas.
- Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and organisational ability.
- Is able to work independently under pressure while also contributing to a team.
- Holds an accounting qualification such as AAT (desirable but not essential).
- Communicates clearly and can explain financial data effectively.