Interim Head of Finance (insurance)

Hays • ATS • Gloucestershire, Bristol, United Kingdom • 1d ago

6-month interim finance contract

Job Title: Interim Head of Finance
Reporting to: CFO
Location: Central Bristol - 3 days required in the office per week
Length of assignment: 6 months initially (rest of 2025)

Our client is looking for an experienced candidate (10 years+ post qualification), with substantial insurance company experience (including Solvency II/UK), and dealing directly with the PRA & FCA.

Job PurposeTo re-engineer the current finance function to deliver the following structure and combined resources such that the finance function has the requisite skills, experience and commitment to deliver:

Strong and effective financial control
Reliable and accurate regulatory reporting as required (PRA, HMRC )
Strong expense management, reporting and engagement with the relevant ExCo members
Dynamic finance input and representation as required on the Society's change agenda and associated projects

Key Responsibilities

To provide finance leadership and direction to the finance function and the Society as a whole, reporting to the FD and the broader ExCo as required.
To lead the annual budgeting & expense apportionment modelling and forecasting processes, working closely with all key stakeholders, but in particular the CFO & FD, & Head of Sales & Marketing.
To own the monthly financial management reporting for all subsidiaries, scope to include financial performance year-to-date, compliance or otherwise with key financial controls.
To lead and own completion of all annual statutory accounts, within the required timeframe and to the standard required.
To set and operate appropriate financial controls for the Society and its primary subsidiary, scope to include:

for policyholder accounting (premiums and claims) where applicable for the whole portfolio;commissions payable:reinsurance accounting:accounts payable and accounts receivable.

To monitor & manage cash flow and liquidity forecasts in conjunction with the FD liability/asset matching, and treasury management.
To operate the payroll for the Society and the Society's superannuation schemes
To own and manage key relationships such as the internal and external audit partners and the chair of the Society's audit committee.
To manage the existing finance team, providing coaching and support as appropriate, ensuring clarity of roles & responsibilities.

Knowledge & Experience

Qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualification
10 years+ post-qualification experience, with substantial insurance company experience (including Solvency II/UK), and dealing directly with the PRA & FCA
Sharp commercial acumen, intellect and a seasoned professional who is seen as a valued strategic advisor and business partner.
Experienced and motivated self-starter, using their own initiative, and the ability to demonstrate adaptability and flexibility.
Excellent communicator, ability to build relationships and influence at all levels.
High level of self-awareness and ability to get the best out of people.
Creative approach to problem-solving.
Leadership qualities - capable of leading the team and acting as a coach and mentor

What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact Charles Maidment from the Hays senior finance team in Bristol.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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