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Finance Manager

London, Greater London, South East, England
Permanent
Job Ref:BH-23366
We're partnered with an international London market Insurer operating within Lloyd's on the search for a Finance Manager to deputise the Corporate Controller to ensure accurate recording of expenses, allocation of cost and oversee the Accounts Payable team.

Responsibilities will include;

  • Lead the monthly financial close for LISL, ensuring timely, accurate reporting and preparation of management accounts with insights.
  • Prepare and review key accounting entries, including service fees, payroll journals, IFRS 16 leases, IFRS 2 equity compensation, accruals, prepayments, and fixed assets.
  • Oversee balance sheet integrity through review of bank reconciliations and monitoring of internal finance policies and procedures.
  • Manage accounts payable, employee expenses, and administration of banking and credit card activities.
  • Monitor and manage LISL cashflow requirements and support annual G&A budget preparation.
  • Prepare annual IFRS financial statements and act as the primary liaison with auditors, ensuring timely provision of documentation.
  • Handle corporate tax, deferred tax, and payroll-related filings, including quarterly tax provisions, PAYE settlement agreement, and coordination with external tax advisors.
  • Deliver ad hoc financial analysis, cross-departmental projects, and continuous improvement of finance systems, including effective use of the Concur expense and invoice platform.

You must be;
  • Qualified Accountant with at least 5 years PQE (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
  • Experienced in working within a finance role in the Insurance market
  • Demonstrable expertise in financial close process, bank recs, fixed assets, accruals and prepayments
  • Proficient in working in a multi-currency environment
  • Desire to motivate and lead a team, ensuring accurate and timely deliverables and provide training and development
  • Excellent communication skills

Salary on offer is up to £93k excellent bonus, comprehensive benefits and hybrid working (3 days in the office per week)

Please apply now to be considered.
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