Le Meas Executive Search are delighted to partner with our client, a leading Insurer based in Dublin to hire a Head of Accounting & Financial Reporting on a fixed term contract (circa 12-18 months).
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the entire month end and quarter end close process to ensure compliance with Group accounting standards;
Production of annual statutory and internal financial reports;
Preparation of quarterly and annual regulatory report to the Central Bank of Ireland;
Management of the production of budgets for the Company and support in the production of forecasts;
Production of financial reports to the Executive Committees including Liquidity and Investment reports and support of Business Overview;
Liaise with Group centres to ensure all Group reporting requirements are met;
Management of the treasury and cash management processes;
Support management in development of business strategies as required;
Ensuring that appropriate systems and internal controls are implemented and maintained;
Management of both internal and external audits performed on this function;
Stay up to date with all changes to Group, IFRS and local GAAP reporting and ensure full compliance with these.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA (or equivalent) with previous financial control and management reporting experience.
Experience reporting to the CBI (Solvency II) and under IFRS / local GAAP.
5+ years in finance management in the life assurance industry and, ideally, in a cross-border company.
Experience using SAP Accounting systems.
Knowledge of life assurance products.
Strong understanding of key business processes and strategic goals.
Pro‑active with ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
Good analytical skills, technical knowledge.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to clearly articulate complex strategies, influence and engage diverse stakeholders, foster collaboration across departments, and adapt their message to different audiences.
Proven ability to cultivate and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
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