Financial Controller | London Market Insurance | Hybrid | £130-150k + Bonus
A leading London Market insurer is seeking a Financial Controller to lead its Financial Accounting & Reporting function. This is a senior role with broad ownership across statutory, management, and group reporting, financial controls, regulatory submissions, and insurance/reinsurance accounting.
You will report directly to the CFO and play a key part in shaping the finance control framework, driving reporting quality, and supporting strategic decision-making across the business.
Key responsibilities
- Lead monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and financial commentary.
- Present monthly results to senior finance and executive committees.
- Oversee month-end close, financial ledgers, and core accounting controls.
- Take ownership of insurance and reinsurance accounting, including debtor and creditor reconciliations.
- Lead statutory accounts preparation under FRS 102 and FRS 103.
- Manage external audit delivery and act as the main finance contact for auditors.
- Prepare quarterly IFRS 17 results for head office reporting.
- Support reforecasting and conversion of business plans to an IFRS 17 basis.
- Work closely with actuarial teams on reserving, IBNR, and technical provisions.
- Oversee Solvency UK and other regulatory submissions.
- Maintain a strong internal control framework and support finance transformation projects.
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing finance team.
About you:
- Qualified accountant, ideally ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
- Significant post-qualification experience in financial reporting and control.
- Strong insurance or London Market background is essential.
- Good knowledge of IFRS, IFRS 17, and Solvency UK.
- Experience working with actuarial teams and regulatory reporting.
- Confident communicator who can present to senior stakeholders.
- Proven leadership ability with a collaborative and improvement-focused approach.
What’s on offer:
- Salary - £130- 150k + bonus, package
- Succession planning and development opportunities