Senior Finance Manager for Insurance Sector

4 weeks ago


Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Vitae Financial Recruitment Full time £90,000 - £110,000
Position: Senior Finance Manager
Benefits: Competitive Salary, Travel Allowance, Comprehensive Pension Plan, Private Healthcare, 26 Days Annual Leave
Work Arrangement: Hybrid Model: 2-3 Days in Office per Week

We are in search of a seasoned finance leader with a robust understanding of the insurance industry. Our client is eager to find a proactive individual to take charge of its finance division as the Senior Finance Manager.


Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting and Governance:
- Direct the creation of statutory financial statements and audit documentation.
- Oversee Company Secretarial responsibilities and regulatory submissions.
- Collaborate with external auditors to ensure compliance with both local and international financial regulations.

Tax Management:
- Supervise Insurance Premium Tax (IPT), Value Added Tax (VAT), and Corporate Tax responsibilities.
- Prepare and assess tax filings, ensuring timely compliance with regulatory standards.

Cash Management:
- Foster relationships with banking institutions.
- Manage banking authorizations and approval workflows.
- Work closely with regional and central finance teams to guarantee precise and prompt financial reporting.

Regulatory Adherence:
- Prepare semi-annual and year-end reports for regulatory authorities.
- Contribute to annual financial disclosures and uphold compliance with industry regulations.

Finance Operations:
- Oversee the operations of the finance team, including outsourced functions.
- Ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and promote efficiency enhancements through the adoption of best practices and updated accounting standards.

Qualifications:
- A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in finance, particularly within the insurance sector.
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA) with a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles and IFRS standards.
- Familiarity with accounting software such as SAP is a plus.
- Proven experience in leading significant projects and process enhancements is preferred.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel are essential.

This role presents an exceptional opportunity for a strategic finance expert to significantly influence a dynamic organization.

AGY – Vitae Financial Recruitment



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