Oliver James is currently supporting an MGU/P&C insurance client with the appointment of a Accounting Financial Systems Leader. This role is responsible for driving accounting-led transformation initiatives across a global insurance platform. This role sits inside Finance, partners closely with the CFO, and owns delivery of accounting, reporting, regulatory, and operating model change – not IT delivery.
What You’ll Own
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Lead finance initiatives tied to accounting, reporting, controls, and regulatory change
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Drive delivery of IFRS 17, SAP-enabled finance change, and accounting process modernization
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Partner directly with CFO, Controllership, FP&A, Actuarial, and Risk
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Translate accounting and regulatory requirements into clear execution plans
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Own scope, priorities, timelines, and delivery for Finance-led initiatives
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Support Finance leadership with steering committees, decision papers, and progress reporting
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Ensure projects align with US GAAP, IFRS, statutory, and regulatory obligations
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Oversee cross-functional execution while keeping accounting outcomes front and center
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Identify and mitigate risks impacting financial reporting, controls, and compliance
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Support budget oversight and financial discipline across Finance initiatives
What They’re Looking For
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8-10+ years delivering Finance-led initiatives in insurance or financial services
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Strong understanding of:
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Accounting & financial reporting
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Finance operating models
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Regulatory and statutory requirements
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Experience supporting large-scale accounting change (IFRS 17 strongly preferred)
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Comfortable partnering with senior finance leadership and steering committees
To be considered further, please apply using the prompts provided or email a copy of your resume to [email protected]
This is a NYC based role, working on a hybrid schedule. Compensation ranges from 150-200k plus bonus potential.
Please note that only candidates with the above skill set will be considered further.
