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Finance Manager - Fortune 500 client

  • Location:

    Greenwich

  • Sector:

    Accountancy & Finance

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    Negotiable

  • Contact:

    Chris Dodds

  • Contact email:

    Chris.Dodds@oliverjames.com

  • Job ref:

    JOB-102024-260909_1729095916

  • Published:

    23 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    2024-11-15

  • Startdate:

    ASAP

Finance Manager - Financial Close - Insurance/Reinsurance

On behalf of our esteemed client, a Fortune 500 firm in the Insurance industry, we are seeking a highly skilled Finance Manager. This newly created role will focus on financial reporting, financial close, and accounting for reinsurance projects.

The Finance Manager will play a key role in centralizing financial operations within the company. This permanent position offers the opportunity to work closely with the CEO, CFO, and Head of Reinsurance Accounting Operations on a daily basis, providing invaluable exposure to top executives.

Located in Greenwich, this role requires a professional comfortable with in-office work and regular interaction with executive members. If you are a dedicated finance professional looking to make a significant impact in the reinsurance sector, we invite you to apply and be part of our dynamic team.

The compensation range for this role is 130-150k base salary with bonus potential.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Lead the monthly and quarterly financial closing cycles, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Oversee the preparation of all financial reports related to reinsurance operations.
  • Coordinate with internal audit teams and external regulators to ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
  • Prepare Reinsurance close calendars for all monthly, quarterly and year end closing processes.
  • Review and approve journal entries, topsides and ensure proper workings created to support audits.
  • Process month-end close for multiple business units in source systems and general ledger, collaborating closely with divisional and subsidiary teams, IT, and offshore teams.
  • Prepare Reinsurance close calendars for all monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes.
  • Reviewing and approving journal entries, topsides, and ensuring proper workings for audits
  • Facilitate the automation of reporting processes, aiming for efficiency improvements.
  • Develop and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
  • Collaborate with other department leaders to align financial strategies with overall business objectives.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Proficient skillset in financial accounting and general ledger close related to the insurance/reinsurance industry.
  • Experience working in an insurance or reinsurance firm.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Proven ability to manage tight deadlines and multiple priorities in a dynamic business environment.
  • Effective communication skills, with proficiency in presenting complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
  • Highly skilled in the use of financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.


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