Finance Production & Control Senior Lead — Hybrid

Direct Line Group Careers; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in the UK is seeking a Finance Production and Control Senior Lead to oversee financial management within an outsourced framework. The ideal candidate should be a qualified accountant with leadership experience in finance operations, preferably within the Insurance or Financial Services sector. This role includes the management of financial results, adherence to regulatory standards, and collaboration on continuous improvement initiatives. The position offers a hybrid working model, requiring at least 2 days in the London office.

Benefits

9% employer contributed pension

50% off home, motor and pet insurance

Additional optional Health and Dental insurance

EV car scheme

Generous holidays

Buy as you earn share scheme

Employee discounts and cashback

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with leadership experience in finance operational teams.
• Experience in the Insurance or Financial Services Industry is essential.
• Experience of insurance regulatory reporting, with knowledge of Solvency II and IFRS17.
• Experience in a financial control environment.
• Experience in managing and working with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the Shared Service production hub.
• Ensure adherence to minimum standards for results production.
• Oversee monthly close timetable, managing teams.
• Maintain effective financial controls through monitoring reconciliations.
• Manage balance sheet and ensure accuracy of financial results.
• Ensure accounting practices are up-to-date.
• Manage staff performance and development plans.
• Act as Finance business owner for key systems.
• Collaborate with Finance Change team on new projects.

Skills

Leadership experience in finance operational teams

Understanding of legal regulatory and risk management frameworks

Experience in managing suppliers

Knowledge of Solvency II and IFRS17

Strong understanding of processes and systems

Education

Qualified Accountant

Tools

Oracle

FSH

FDP

EDMCS

Job description

A leading insurance company in the UK is seeking a Finance Production and Control Senior Lead to oversee financial management within an outsourced framework. The ideal candidate should be a qualified accountant with leadership experience in finance operations, preferably within the Insurance or Financial Services sector. This role includes the management of financial results, adherence to regulatory standards, and collaboration on continuous improvement initiatives. The position offers a hybrid working model, requiring at least 2 days in the London office.