At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead external reporting and ensure high-quality financial statements and compliance.
- Company: Join a leading international insurance business with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Collaborate with senior stakeholders and drive continuous improvement in reporting processes.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact on financial governance and reporting in a global company.
- Qualifications: ACA/CA qualified with at least 5 years of experience in financial reporting.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
HFG are currently working with an international insurance business who are looking for a
Head of External Reporting to lead their external reporting function and play a key role in delivering high-quality financial reporting, governance, and regulatory compliance across the Group.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation and delivery of the Group's statutory financial statements in accordance with IFRS and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Oversee all external financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely delivery.
- Manage the year-end and interim reporting processes, coordinating with internal teams and external advisers.
- Lead the relationship with external auditors and manage the annual audit process.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and governance expectations.
- Monitor changes in accounting standards and assess their impact on the business.
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing external reporting team.
- Partner closely with Finance, Tax, Treasury, Risk, and other senior stakeholders across the business.
- Drive continuous improvement across reporting processes, controls, and systems.
- Support strategic projects, acquisitions, and wider finance transformation initiatives.
Experience required
- Knowledge of financial reporting requirements, and GAAP and Statutory Accounting Principles
- ACA/CA qualified, ideally big four trained
- 5 minimum PQE
- Previous experience working an London market insurer
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Head of External Reporting in London employer: HFG
HFG is an exceptional employer that values its employees by offering a dynamic work culture and flexible hybrid working patterns, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. With a strong focus on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills and advance their careers within the global insurance sector, making it a rewarding place to work for those seeking meaningful contributions in internal auditing.
