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Group Financial Controller

Isle of Man
Permanent
Our client seeks a Group Financial Controller to join their finance team.
 
This is a key control function for Manx, Irish, and Bahamian regulatory authorities, offering an opportunity to make a significant impact at Group level.
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and develop the Finance team, driving continuous improvement.
  • Lead and oversee timely delivery of all regulatory, statutory, management, and Stock Exchange reporting.
  • Group Annual Report & Accounts, including audit relationships and senior stakeholder engagement.
  • Subsidiary financial statements.
  • Regulatory returns for Isle of Man FSA, Central Bank of Ireland, Insurance Commission of the Bahamas, Labuan FSA, and Japan FSA.
  • Group and subsidiary management accounts.
  • Expenditure monitoring with detailed variance analysis.
  • Draft Board and Committee papers for the CFO.
  • Lead and oversee annual and half-yearly external audit cycles.
  • Manage annual budget and reforecast cycle; present to the Board.
  • Oversee corporate and sales tax compliance, treasury, and cash management.
  • Support Group solvency and capital management requirements.
  • Contribute to key corporate projects and strategic initiatives.
  • Own financial risk management, ensuring compliance with risk appetite metrics.
  • Maintain and enhance the financial control framework through testing, reporting, and assurance.
 
Key Skills & Experience:
  • Qualified Accountant (ACCA, ACA or equivalent) with relevant industry experience.
  • Minimum 10 years' experience in a finance function or statutory audit role, ideally within financial services.
  • Previous Life Insurance / Investments industry experience.
  • Strong, up-to-date knowledge of IFRS.
  • Proven people management and leadership experience, with ability to develop and motivate high-performing teams.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities, balancing leadership with hands-on delivery.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, SharePoint) with ability to produce executive-level reports and presentations.
  • Strong communication skills across all stakeholder levels, including auditors and Board.
  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
Your specialist: Anne Murray
Quote job ref: 16214

Hi, I'm your specialist Anne and I can't wait to hear from you about this job. You can simply submit your CV or call me on 678144 with any questions.

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