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Interim Head of Financial Controls

Ref: 78587

  • Highly competitive
  • 14 Oct 2024
  • Dublin (Central)
  • Permanent

Job Title

Interim Head of Financial Controls 

About the Company

A great opportunity to join a fast-growing insurance firm with significant presence in Europe and is fast scaling through M&A growth and leveraging data analytics to drive their business growth. 
As an organisation, they are committed to creating a culture that promotes diversity, inclusion, and personal growth and encourages data-driven business decisions. 
 

About the Position

Initially a 6-month contract, this role reports directly to the Head of Finance (PCF) and will involve a significant level of responsibility, ranging from overseeing financial management, reporting, and controls to supporting the Head of Finance with strategic decision-making. You will lead a diverse finance team of 15 + team members, and oversee all financial processes, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards and group policies.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the finance team of 15 + in delivering high-quality financial management, including financial reporting, controls, and capital management across the European business.
  • Oversee the production and reconciliation of financial information, ensuring all deadlines are met with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Maintain a strong internal controls environment, mitigating financial risk and ensuring processes align with corporate and regulatory policies.
  • Actively manage capital and liquidity across entities, ensuring returns are optimised while mitigating risks.
  • Lead efforts to simplify and automate finance processes 
  • Collaborate with internal and external partners, including tax, legal, risk, and audit teams, to ensure compliance and optimise practices.
  • Oversee payroll, pension, and benefits management across the region
  • Champion diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities within the finance team
 

Experience/Requirements

  • A proven track record in leading finance teams and delivering accurate, reliable financial reporting. 10 + years PQE within insurance / financial services sector ideally. 
  • Expertise in financial controls, governance, and risk management.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide expert advice and build relationships across functions.
  • A keen understanding of process automation and data analytics, with the ability to implement lean methodologies to drive efficiencies.

 

Remuneration Package

Highly competitive remuneration package. This is a 6-month FTC with an ASAP start.


Contact

For more information and a confidential discussion on this Interim Head of Financial Controls, 6 month fixed term contract role, please contact Estelle Davis, Brightwater Executive on + 353 5927 844 or click below to apply.



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