Financial Controller, IHDS

The Cigna Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading health service company as a Financial Controller for International Health Delivery Services. You will lead financial operations, manage reporting, and drive strategic initiatives in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates have a strong financial background and leadership skills, with a focus on efficiency and value creation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Multicultural and hybrid working environment

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Wellbeing Benefits

Educational Development Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant experience in accounting, controller, FP&A.
• Excellent technical, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience with financial management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial operations of the IHDS organization.
• Oversee financial reporting and budgeting processes.
• Manage and mentor finance team of approximately 10 professionals.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

CPA or equivalent certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

IBM TM1

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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.

Position Summary
The financial controller for International Health Delivery Services (IHDS) will be responsible for leading the financial operations of the IHDS organization, including financial reporting, analysis, and forecasting helping to manage the organization’s expense base and support key strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a robust understanding of financial management in a large, multi-national corporation, ideally with specific background in international health insurance (although not essential). The position manages a team of approximately 10 individuals plus requires influence over other finance teams through a matrix reporting environment.

Essential Functions

1. Act as a strategic business partner to various departments, providing financial guidance and support to enhance decision-making processes.
2. Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements, developing internal benchmarking and working with relevant stakeholders to implement these initiatives.
3. Lead and participate in cross-functional projects aimed at enhancing financial processes and systems, driving value creation and delivering on our long-term business strategy.
4. Financial Reporting: oversee the preparation and presentation of financial reports and analysis for the IHDS organization as a whole as well as function and sub-function detail and other splits including line of business.
5. Budgeting & Forecasting: manage the quarterly forecasting process, including intercompany allocations processes, by working with function leaders and local finance teams to prepare estimates of costs and drive appropriate expense discipline.
6. Financial Analysis: conduct in-depth analysis to drive sound expense management, provide insights to business partners, and support strategic decision making.
7. Leadership: manage and mentor IHDS finance team of approximately 10 directly aligned finance professionals plus local finance teams via matrix reporting.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree preferred (Finance, Accounting, or related field).
2. CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
3. 5+ years relevant experience (preferably accounting, controller, FP&A) in a multi-national corporation, preferably insurance or other finance sector.
4. Excellent technical, analytical, and communication/presentation skills required.
5. Excellent financial modeling skills including Microsoft Excel and other commonly used tools/techniques.
6. Experience with financial management systems such as IBM TM1 or similar.
7. Strong leadership, negotiation, and project management skills.
8. Ability to handle complex analysis from issue identification to proposal of innovative potential solutions.
9. Strong business/organizational skills; detail-oriented.
10. Demonstrated initiative with commitment and ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Benefits

1. Competitive salary
2. Multicultural and hybrid working environment
3. Private Medical Insurance
4. Employee Wellbeing Benefits
5. 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

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care