Executive Summary
Role Title: Finance Associate
Reporting to:Finance Manager
Team:Finance
Function:Reinsurance
Contract:Fixed term contract (12 months)
Location: Dublin, Ireland

Purpose of the role

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Associate to join our Reinsurance Finance team in Dublin on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified accountant looking to broaden their experience within a dynamic international financial services organisation. You will play a key role in the delivery of financial reporting, reconciliations, audit support and financial controls, while working closely with colleagues across multiple jurisdictions.

The role offers exposure to a wide range of finance activities, providing valuable experience in reporting, regulatory accounting, process improvement and stakeholder management.

Key Contribution Areas

As Finance Associate, you will:

• Support the preparation of quarterly Group reporting deliverables for Athora Life Re.
• Coordinate and support interim and year-end external audits, helping to ensure a smooth and efficient audit process.
• Manage and review monthly and quarterly reporting for Athora Bermuda Services Ltd, both internally and externally.
• Assist in the preparation of quarterly IAS 34 financial statements.
• Oversee daily payment controls, bank reconciliations and liquidity planning activities.
• Manage and review monthly and quarterly balance sheet reconciliations and control accounts.
• Work closely with colleagues to identify opportunities for process improvement, enhancing efficiency and controls across the Finance function.
• Contribute to finance-related projects and wider team initiatives as required.
• Support the development of junior team members through collaboration, mentoring and knowledge sharing.
• Champion Athora's values and contribute positively to team culture and engagement.

Personal Capabilities Required

We're looking for someone who combines strong technical accounting skills with a proactive, collaborative mindset.

• Part-qualified accountant with a minimum of two years' relevant experience, ideally in financial services company or professional practice.
• A commitment to completing a professional accounting qualification.
• Experience in financial accounting, reconciliations and financial controls.
• A strong attention to detail and a disciplined approach to delivering high-quality work to tight deadlines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to build relationships across teams and stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement and process optimisation.
• Experience working with multiple currencies and an understanding of foreign exchange considerations.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, and familiarity with financial systems and general ledger platforms.

Apply By:
31-08-2026