Project Accountant

Fiduciary Project Accountant

Aon is currently recruiting a Project Accountant to join our Fiduciary Commercial Risk team. This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually and from our Chelmsford office. The Project Accountant will be primarily responsible for the delivery of reporting, analysis, technology and operational improvement activities, working alongside the Fiduciary Senior Management team and Senior Business Stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a central role in a key part of our business working closely with and gaining exposure to Senior managers and leaders within Aon.

Aon is in the business of better decisions

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organisation, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

What the day will look like

• Delivery of high quality ‘best in class’ reporting and analysis for the Fiduciary Commercial Risk team
• Support performance improvement across all Financial Performance Measures, linking in with other Aon teams where appropriate.
• Support Senior management in relation to the delivery of business projects and initiatives, including the resolution of complex or problematic issues
• Lead work to investigate, develop and implement operational improvements in the areas of technology (including automation), process and new products
• Demonstrate ‘Aon United’ thinking by collaborating closely with key stakeholder groups (eg Financial Controllers, Finance Directors) and, where required, trading partners
• Mentor and support junior colleagues, contribute to succession planning and talent management

Skills and experience that will lead to success

• Experience of UK and London insurance market, ideally in Insurance Accounting or related roles.
• Experience of significant / complex deliverables from both a process and a technology perspective.
• Demonstrate a hands-on approach and be comfortable taking accountability for resolution of issues and delivery of objectives.
• Analytical individual with an eye for detail and strong problem solving skills.
• Ability to identify, engage with and handle partners at all levels.
• Experience in developing effective working relationships across the market.
• A recognised accounting qualification, or progress towards one, whilst not essential would be an advantage

How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognise that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation on 

Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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