Head of Non-Insurance Reporting in Swindon

Working hours: This role is available on a part-time, job-share or full-time basis.

Location: Hybrid (regular presence in Swindon is required).

The opportunity:

An excellent opportunity has arisen to join the Financial Accounting, Reporting and Operations team, leading the Swindon-based UK Life Reporting team. You will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of financial reporting to Group Finance, regulators, and various legal Boards and committees. You will be responsible for the effective operation of the control environments for the entities within your remit, and for identifying opportunities to enhance the controls landscape. You will be the key liaison for external auditors and local Boards and committees across the non-insurance subsidiaries, working closely with Pensions, Group Treasury and Company Secretariat teams. You will lead the Non-Insurance Reporting team, developing the team culture in line with the Finance behaviours, driving continuous improvement, and improving the team’s operational resilience. You will be an active member of the UK Life Reporting and Finance leadership team, making meaningful contributions towards creating a brighter future in Finance.

What will you be doing? Examples of responsibilities:

• Preparation of high-quality technical papers to a wide range of recipients including finance and non-finance personnel as well those to be presented to Company boards and to internally set deadlines.
• Review the accuracy of disclosures for the balance sheet, profit & loss and other financial information required by the Zurich Group, in line with Zurich Group instructions, guidelines and policies.
• Supporting the review of annual statutory accounts on a UK GAAP (FRS 101 and FRS 102) basis.
• Support year end statutory audit activities including ensuring all new standards are assessed at entity level with associated papers prepared and agreed with local auditors (and Group policy teams where appropriate) ahead of the year end reporting cycle.
• Manage stakeholder relationships with local auditors, Finance management team, Group Accounting Policy and wider Finance department.
• Provide technical support for ad hoc project work as required.

What are we looking for?

• You will be a qualified Accountant with strong team management and leadership skills.
• You will have knowledge of financial services legislation, regulation and accounting policies.
• You will be able to formulate and review highly technical Board papers to a variety of audiences including distilling highly technical information to support the business in their decision-making.
• You will have excellent time and task management skills.
• You will have strong communication skills – both verbal and written.
• You will be a proven quick learner.
• You will have strong problem-solving skills, and a high level of agility.
• You will have a can-do attitude.
• You will have experience in building and managing relationships with senior stakeholders.

What will you get in return?

Everyone’s different. That’s why at Zurich, we offer a wide range of employee benefits so our people can choose what fits them and their life. Our benefits provide real flexibility so our people can make considered choices and tailor their benefits throughout the year. Our benefits include 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme, annual company bonus, private medical insurance and the option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.

Who we are:

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet. With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry. We’ve made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other’s wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.

If you’re interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.

Our Culture:

At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we’ve won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic. We’ve an environment that places a real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We’re also committed to continuous improvement, and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities. We’re passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we’ve awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million. So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.