Accounting Manager

The Cigna Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global health service company seeks an Accounting Manager to oversee statutory reporting and management for multiple holding companies. This role demands a fully qualified accountant with extensive IFRS expertise, coupled with the capabilities to address complex financial regulatory requirements. Join to make a significant impact within a supportive and dynamic team focused on delivering quality financial services.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Multicultural and hybrid working environment

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Wellbeing Benefits

Educational Development Program

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing statutory accounts and external audit management.
• Background in financial stewardship applicable to insurance companies.
• Knowledge of US GAAP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements for global entities.
• Lead the consolidation and financial reporting across multiple jurisdictions.
• Manage audit processes and maintain regular communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Technical knowledge in IFRS

Stakeholder Focus

Results-oriented

Problem Solving

Strong communication skills

Education

Fully qualified accountant

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About Us

Cigna Healthcare is a global health service company with roots in the US, serving more than 180 million customers and patients throughout the world. We deliver quality health care through choice, predictability, affordability and through integrated capabilities and connected, personalized solutions that advance whole person health.

About Us

Cigna Healthcare is a global health service company with roots in the US, serving more than 180 million customers and patients throughout the world. We deliver quality health care through choice, predictability, affordability and through integrated capabilities and connected, personalized solutions that advance whole person health.

Cigna’s mission is to help our customers improve their health, well-being and sense of security by providing access to care. With our whole health approach, we’re focused on addressing health concerns, improving resilience, reducing stress levels and emotional health issues.

This position exists within the Statutory Accounting team and will report into the Statutory Accounting Senior Manager. Team responsibilities include Statutory Reporting including preparation of Financial Statements, External Audit Management, management reporting for Holding Companies, and Regulatory Reporting. The team are responsible for communication of financial results to multiple Boards and Committees and work closely with the Senior Leadership Team in achieving reporting objectives for the businesses. Team reporting responsibilities extend to multiple jurisdictions.

The principal responsibilities of this role are to ensure that all Management and Statutory Reporting is met for the nine global holding companies across multiple regional jurisdictions, to ensure that the Group Financial Consolidation is prepared in line with Solvency II reporting requirements and that a high level of Financial Stewardship of Cigna Global Insurance Company (“CGIC”) is maintained.

Duties & Responsibilities

Team Management

• The role has 2 direct reports.
  
  

European Solvency II Reporting

• European Group Consolidation, Finance Lead – Review and sign off the finance consolidation outputs for completeness and accuracy.
• Lead engagement with the European stakeholders from Risk and Finance to ensure accurate and timely completion of the European Group Consolidation.
• Responsible for ensuring the Solvency II quarterly and annual consolidation reporting is completed in line with regulatory requirements.
• Responsible for managing the addition/removal of new European Group entities from the European Solvency II Group and evolving the Solvency II reporting requirements as appropriate.
  
  

Cigna Global Insurance Company – Financial Stewardship

• Quarterly review of the consolidated business line financials and submission to the Risk team and external advisors.
• Finance lead for business line engagement and reviews of financial performance.
• Quarterly review of forecast balance sheet which is needed for input into capital planning process.
• Audit support and ensure annual deliverables and timelines are met.
• Review of quarterly financial results and presentation of these at Guernsey Manco meetings.
• Review of annual audited financial statements working with local experts in Guernsey and the US to ensure compliance with US GAAP and Guernsey reporting requirements.
  
  

Management Reporting and Control Environment

• Responsible for all reporting of nine global holding companies (monthly and quarterly management reporting) in line with internal close deadlines. This includes quarterly forecasting, annual accounts and financial statements as well as audit management and assistance with tax packs and VAT returns.
• Review and approve the monthly balance sheet reconciliations produced by team members.
• Review management accounts for the Bermuda and Belgium incorporated global holding companies and liaise with external advisors.
• Review quarterly budgets.
  
  

Statutory and Regulatory Reporting

• Responsible for the regulatory reporting requirements for each global Holding company through liaising with advisors and local country experts.
• Audit management – planning through to sign-off.
  
  

Flows of Capital

• Assist in the management of capital flows as it relates to facilitating discussions, providing technical accounting and company law expertise where applicable, drafting plans and communicating with stakeholders.
  
  

Valuations and impairment reviews

• Responsible for annual valuations of three of the European insurance companies and ensuring review and approval by Statutory CFO of Europe and external auditors.
• Annual impairment review of investments in subsidiaries for the annual audit of the Holding Companies.
  
  

Experience Required

Key Skills and Knowledge

• Fully qualified accountant with a strong technical knowledge in IFRS and FRS (some experience in US GAAP and BE GAAP would also be valuable).
• Previous experience of preparing statutory accounts and consolidation.
• External audit management.
• Results oriented individual with a drive for continuous improvement and proven success in achieving goals.
• Stakeholder Focus – dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external stakeholders, good at building effective relationships and gaining trust and respect.
• Team player and someone who is not afraid to take ownership and use own initiative.
• Problem Solving – ability to solve difficult problems with effective solutions.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal including experience presenting to senior leadership.
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Multicultural and hybrid working environment
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Wellbeing Benefits
• Educational Development Program
  
  

Join our globally recognized brand where trust, communication, and a positive culture are paramount. Our leadership is consistent, approachable, and supportive, ensuring your well-being and work-life balance.

We are seeking individuals who thrive in collaborative environments, are passionate about driving meaningful change, and are excited to grow in a company that prioritizes its people.

It’s time to look to your future and apply to work for Cigna today!

About Cigna Healthcare

Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, is an advocate for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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