Financial Controls Business Partner

Michael Page (UK); Liverpool; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Financial Controls Business Partner in Liverpool. The successful candidate will ensure the effectiveness of financial controls, provide expert advice, and lead collaboration across departments. Candidates must hold a professional accounting qualification and possess strong analytical and communication skills. This role commands a competitive salary of up to £65,000 with performance-based bonuses and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Up to 25% bonus

11% employer pension contribution

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in accounting (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Strong technical knowledge of financial controls and processes.
• Experience in the insurance industry or a related field.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in financial systems and reporting tools.
• Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Ensure financial controls are effectively designed, implemented, and maintained.
• Provide expert advice on financial control matters.
• Conduct regular reviews and assessments of financial processes.
• Support implementation of new accounting standards and policies.
• Work closely with internal audit teams to address control gaps.
• Develop and deliver training on financial controls.
• Prepare detailed reports for senior management.
• Collaborate with various departments to enhance financial governance.

Skills

Technical knowledge of financial controls

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Professional qualification in accounting (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Financial systems

Reporting tools

Job description

• Up to 25% bonus
• 2 Days WFH

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a well-established organisation in the insurance industry. The company operates as part of a large organisation and is known for its commitment to excellence in financial management and compliance.

Job Description

• Ensure financial controls are effectively designed, implemented, and maintained.
• Provide expert advice to stakeholders on financial control matters.
• Conduct regular reviews and assessments of financial processes.
• Support the implementation of new accounting standards and policies.
• Work closely with internal audit teams to address control gaps.
• Develop and deliver training on financial controls to relevant teams.
• Prepare detailed reports and recommendations for senior management.
• Collaborate with various departments to enhance financial governance.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Financial Controls Business Partner should have:

• A professional qualification in accounting (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Strong technical knowledge of financial controls and processes.
• Experience in the insurance industry or a related field.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in financial systems and reporting tools.
• Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with stakeholders.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary in the range up to £65,000 per annum.
• Up to 25% performance-based bonus.
• 11% employer pension contribution.
• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays.

This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in accounting and finance. If you are passionate about financial controls, apply now to join a leading company in the insurance sector.