An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced finance professional to join a leading international insurance business as Expense Actuals Manager. This is a key position within the finance function, offering the opportunity to take ownership of expense reporting, strengthen financial controls and drive improvements across month-end processes and management reporting. You will play a central role in ensuring accurate and timely financial delivery, working closely with senior stakeholders and business partners while overseeing both an internal team and outsourced finance resources.
Key Responsibilities
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Take ownership of expense ratio reporting, ensuring accuracy, consistency and clear explanations of movements.
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Lead the month-end close process, ensuring deadlines and reporting requirements are consistently met.
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Coordinate inputs from finance business partners and offshore teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery.
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Review expense movements, investigate variances and provide meaningful financial analysis.
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Prepare and deliver management information and executive-level reporting packs.
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Maintain a robust control environment, identifying risks and ensuring appropriate financial governance.
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Lead and develop a team of two direct reports, alongside oversight of outsourced finance resources.
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Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, operational efficiency and the quality of financial information.
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Work collaboratively with stakeholders across the wider finance function to resolve issues and improve delivery.
Candidate Profile
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Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong experience in financial reporting, expense accounting or financial control.
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Proven experience managing month-end reporting and delivering accurate financial information to tight deadlines.
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Strong understanding of financial controls, reconciliations, variance analysis and reporting processes.
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Experience managing or coordinating teams, with the ability to organise workloads and drive accountability.
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Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and coordinating inputs across multiple teams.
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Strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
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A continuous improvement mindset, with the confidence to challenge existing processes and implement more effective ways of working.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance leader looking to take ownership of a critical reporting area, make a tangible impact on the wider business and lead improvements within a complex, international finance environment.
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Expense Actuals Manager in City of London employer: HFG
Join a dynamic and innovative team at a leading Lloyd's insurer, where your expertise as a Senior Capital Actuary will not only be valued but will also play a crucial role in shaping the future of the business. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and professional development, you'll have the opportunity to influence key decisions while working in a supportive environment that fosters growth and encourages you to make a real impact. Enjoy a flexible work arrangement with 1-2 days in the office, allowing for a healthy work-life balance in a vibrant location.
