Thomas Oldershaw
About Thomas Oldershaw
Thomas Oldershaw is a Financial Reporting Accountant based in London, United Kingdom, currently employed at AXIS Capital since 2019. He has a background in financial reporting and analysis, with previous roles at Liberty Specialty Markets and Townsend Mccormack Ltd.
Work at AXIS Capital
Thomas Oldershaw has been employed at AXIS Capital as a Financial Reporting Accountant since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for conducting liquidity and third-party capital analysis. His expertise includes technical financial analysis and regulatory reporting, specifically for Lloyd's Syndicate S.1686. He has been integral in handling the Reinsurance to Close (RITC) of S.2007 and its downstream impact on reporting. His contributions support the financial integrity and compliance of the organization.
Previous Experience at Liberty Specialty Markets
Prior to his current role, Thomas Oldershaw worked at Liberty Specialty Markets in various capacities. He served as an Assistant External Reporting Accountant from 2016 to 2018, followed by a position as Syndicate Reporting Accountant from 2018 to 2019. During his tenure at Liberty Specialty Markets, he gained valuable experience in external reporting and syndicate financial operations, which contributed to his professional development in the insurance and finance sectors.
Educational Background
Thomas Oldershaw has a diverse educational background. He studied at Desborough Comprehensive School from 2007 to 2009. He then attended the University of Portsmouth, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Economics, Finance, and Banking from 2009 to 2012. He furthered his education at the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, achieving the CIMA cert BA from 2016 to 2020. Additionally, he studied at Rongotai College in Wellington, New Zealand, from 2003 to 2006.
Professional Skills and Specializations
Thomas Oldershaw specializes in technical financial analysis and regulatory reporting, particularly within the Lloyd's insurance market. His skills include conducting liquidity analysis and managing third-party capital assessments. He has been involved in significant processes such as the Lloyd’s Part VII transfer process, showcasing his ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and financial reporting requirements.
Career at Townsend McCormack Ltd.
Before joining Liberty Specialty Markets, Thomas Oldershaw worked as an Insurance Broker at Townsend McCormack Ltd. from 2012 to 2016. This role provided him with foundational experience in the insurance industry, enhancing his understanding of market dynamics and client relations, which have been beneficial in his subsequent accounting roles.