Finance Manager (Project Based) - USGAAP

Lorien; London; On-site; GBP 108,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance sector seeks a Finance Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract to support the rollout of a global Finance Target Operating Model. This pivotal role requires technical accounting knowledge and strong leadership abilities to assure project delivery and team coordination in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in London Market insurance sector essential.
• Strong understanding of monthly close processes required.
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive change.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of key workstreams within the finance transformation programme.
• Oversee task execution and workload management across teams.
• Ensure robustness and alignment of financial processes.

Skills

Leadership

Technical accounting operations

Analytical capabilities

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified accountant

Tools

SAP

Finance BI tools

Advanced Excel

Job description

This range is provided by Lorien. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Job Title: Finance Manager – Finance Transformation (FTOM)

Salary: Up to £108,000

Contract Type: 12-month Fixed Term Contract (with potential for extension)

Sector: Insurance / Financial Services

Overview:

We’re working with a global insurance group seeking a Finance Manager to play a key role in delivering a major global Finance Target Operating Model (FTOM) rollout project. This 12-month fixed-term role will support the delivery of a new finance operating model, with a focus on technical accounting operations and process optimisation.

This is a high-impact opportunity for a qualified accountant with strong leadership skills, London Market experience, and a passion for driving change in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure that the process and controls will be able to delivery of the USGAAP monthly close process such that that is right first time and on time by:

• Project Delivery Oversight: Lead and support the execution of key workstreams within the finance transformation programme, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of monthly close processes under US GAAP.
• Team Coordination: Oversee task execution and workload management across the team, providing guidance and support to ensure productivity and alignment with project goals.
• Collaboration & Communication: Facilitate meetings, encourage cross-functional collaboration, and maintain clear communication with stakeholders at all levels.
• Performance Monitoring: Track project progress, identify risks or blockers, and report on key milestones and team performance.
• Process & Control Assurance: Ensure that financial processes and controls are robust, scalable, and aligned with regulatory and internal standards.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in the London Market insurance or reinsurance sector – essential.
• Strong understanding of technical accounting operations and monthly close processes.
• Familiarity with SAP and Finance BI tools – preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, and drive outcomes in a change environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and adaptability in a dynamic setting.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Finance

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