Head of Finance

2 weeks ago


Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom WE Talent Full time £80,000 - £90,000

WE Talent are currently working with a national Insurance organisation in central Essex who are looking for a Finance Director to join their senior management team.

Our client is seeking an experienced Finance Director who has previously worked within the Insurance industry.

The role is working on a hybrid basis from their central modern offices, and you will be managing a long standing finance team.

Overall responsibility for financial management within the business and maintain all accounting records accurately

  • Manage relationships between the finance team and external auditors when producing financial statements and annual reports
  • Manage the production of data to create an accurate valuation of company assets to monitor solvency trends, and present this to the board
  • Ensure regular updates across all senior management and board members to facilitate smooth information flow
  • Fulfil legal responsibilities as defined by the Companies Act
  • Organise board meetings, issue agendas, and prepare minutes and financial schedules
  • Safeguard all company and statutory legal documentation
  • Monitor compliance with company policies and procedures through audit activities
  • Continually review and improve company policies, processes, and procedures
  • Implement nonfinancial services regulation to avoid litigation and reputational damage
Fully qualified (ACCA or CIMA)

  • Hybrid working (3 days in the office and 2 days working from home)
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Competitive pension scheme (including a generous contribution from the company)
  • Private medical insurance
If you are interested in having a confidential chat, please apply now
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