Finance Reporting Lead - eFinancialCareers : Job Details

Job Title: Finance Reporting LeadLocation: London (hybrid working)Role Type: 12 month fixed term contract (FTC)An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Reporting Lead to join a highly respected Insurance organisation in the heart of London. This role offers you the chance to play a pivotal part in shaping financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance while supporting a culture that values collaboration, inclusivity, and professional growth. You will be joining a team that is committed to nurturing talent, providing ongoing training opportunities, and encouraging knowledge sharing across all levels. With flexible working arrangements and generous pension contributions, this position is perfect for someone who is looking to make a meaningful impact within a supportive environment where your expertise will be valued and your career ambitions supported.What you'll do:

• Oversee the preparation and delivery of accurate financial reports in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal policies, ensuring all deadlines are consistently met.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to gather relevant data, analyse financial information, and provide insightful commentary on key variances and trends.
• Support the month-end and year-end close processes by coordinating activities across finance teams, ensuring completeness and integrity of reported figures.
• Develop, implement, and maintain robust controls over financial reporting processes to safeguard data quality and compliance with applicable standards.
• Act as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders during audits, providing clear explanations of financial results and supporting documentation as required.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function by identifying process enhancements that increase efficiency, accuracy, and transparency.
• Mentor junior team members by sharing knowledge, offering guidance on best practices, and fostering an environment of learning and professional development.
• Prepare detailed management reports that inform strategic decision-making at senior levels, presenting complex information in a clear and accessible manner.
• Ensure timely submission of statutory returns and regulatory filings by managing workflows effectively across multiple reporting cycles.
• Contribute to special projects such as system upgrades or policy changes by providing subject matter expertise on financial reporting matters.

Experience & Skills Required:

• Extensive general experience in the insurance industry or experience within a multi-national insurance environment
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards (such as IFRS or UK GAAP) combined with practical experience applying these principles in real-world scenarios.
• Produce, review and present finance data and analytics to senior leadership teams.
• Excellent interpersonal skills enabling you to collaborate effectively with colleagues across different functions while building positive relationships based on trust.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously under tight deadlines without compromising quality or compliance requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel along with familiarity using financial systems or enterprise resource planning (ERP) software for data analysis and reporting purposes.
• A track record of supporting audit processes by providing clear documentation, responding promptly to queries, and demonstrating sound judgement when resolving issues.
• Experience mentoring or coaching junior staff members by sharing knowledge generously and encouraging their professional growth within the team environment.
• Strong analytical skills allowing you to interpret complex data sets quickly while communicating findings in an accessible way for non-finance audiences.
• A proactive approach towards identifying process improvements that enhance efficiency or strengthen internal controls over financial reporting activities.

What's next:If you are ready to take the next step in your finance career within an organisation that truly values its people, this is your chance to shine-apply now!Apply today by clicking on the link provided; we look forward to receiving your application.

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This position is being recruited on behalf of our client through our Outsourcing service line. Resource Solutions Limited, trading as Robert Walters, acts as an employment business and agency, partnering with top organizations to help them find the best talent. We welcome applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities.