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Head of Finance (Insurance / Regulated Industry Experience)
Work arrangement: Hybrid
Start Date: As soon as possible
Our client, an award-winning underwriting business, is seeking a Head of Finance to lead its finance function, drive business strategy, and support ambitious growth plans. Reporting directly to the Managing Director (MD) and Group stakeholders, this role offers an exciting opportunity to influence key decision-making within a dynamic and fast-growing organisation.
Working closely with the MD, you will help shape and implement a three-year rolling growth plan while providing financial analysis, operational support, and strategic insight.
Role Responsibilities:
* Strategic Leadership: Partner with the CEO and senior stakeholders to shape and execute financial strategies.
* Performance & Commercial Insights: Develop key KPIs, identify business opportunities, and provide financial and commercial leadership to drive growth.
* Financial Planning & Analysis: Oversee the development of short-term and long-term forecasts, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
* Business Growth: Lead and participate in expansion activities, acquisitions, and new initiatives to support long-term goals.
* Financial Control & Compliance: Maintain robust financial controls, working closely with Group finance teams to ensure compliance with regulatory and reporting standards.
* Leadership & Team Development: Mentor and develop the finance team, ensuring the function evolves to meet the needs of both the business and the wider Group.
* Financial Reporting & Oversight: Provide strategic input to group to support statutory reporting, cash flow management, forecasting, tax matters, and internal controls.
* Mergers & Acquisitions: Play a key role in potential M&A activities, ensuring smooth integration and value creation.
Skills / Experience:
* Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with a strong post-qualification track record.
* Insurance industry experience preferred. Candidates from other regulated industries (e.g., financial services, banking) will also be considered.
* Proven ability to lead and develop a high-performing finance team.
* Strong strategic financial planning and commercial acumen within a growth-focused business.
* Expertise in financial controls, reconciliation principles, and risk management.
* Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
* Experience in M&A, business expansion, and financial integration.
* A dynamic, proactive, and hands-on approach to leadership.
If you are passionate about this opportunity and meet the qualifications and skills outlined, we encourage you to promptly submit your CV for consideration. Please note that the duties mentioned above are not exhaustive, and the role's responsibilities may evolve in response to changing circumstances and requirements.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Insurance
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