Group Financial Operations Lead

2 days ago


Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom Allianz Full time
Group Financial Operations Lead

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the accounting department, driving financial transformation, and delivering project outcomes. This is a key role in ensuring smooth financial operations, process improvements, and strategic alignment with Allianz's overall objectives.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Change Management:
    • Lead and manage financial transformation initiatives within the accounting department.
    • Drive the adoption of new financial systems, tools, and processes, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
  • Project Management:
    • Lead and oversee finance-related projects from conception to delivery, ensuring timely execution and budget adherence.
  • Office Organisation:
    • Ensure efficient day-to-day operations of the finance department, optimising office workflows and processes.
Essential Skills and Qualifications:
  • Project Management: Strong skills in project planning, execution, and risk management; PMP or Prince2 certification is advantageous.
  • Strong business acumen and a proactive approach to financial management.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field (required).
Salary and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary of £65,000 - £85,000 per annum, plus a range of benefits including flexible working options, global career opportunities, and a contributory pension scheme. Our benefits package also includes:

  • Flexible buy/sell holiday options
  • Hybrid working
  • Annual performance-related bonus
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Development days
  • A discount up to 50% on a range of insurance products including car, home and pet
  • Retail discounts


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