Director - Group Finance

HAYS
London

Job Description

Director - Group Finance - Insurance - London (4 days office) - £150,000 - £175,000

Your new company
A leading insurance group is seeking an experienced Director - Group Finance to oversee group-level financial reporting, consolidation, IFRS 17 delivery, audit management, and to play a key role in supporting M&A activity. This is a high-impact leadership role within a dynamic and growing organisation, offering significant exposure to senior executives and strategic decision-making.

Your new role
You will be responsible for:
  • Leading the monthly, quarterly, and annual group consolidation process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement.
  • Overseeing preparation of consolidated financial statements under IFRS, including technical accounting guidance and high-quality disclosures.
  • Owning IFRS 17 reporting, working closely with actuarial, FP&A, and business units to validate assumptions, outputs, and controls.
  • External audit, managing timelines, deliverables, and strengthening the financial control environment.
  • Supporting M&A transactions.
What you'll need to succeed
  • A recognised accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).
  • Significant experience in insurance within a group environment.
  • Deep technical knowledge of IFRS, including IFRS 17.
  • Strong leadership capability and experience managing group reporting or consolidation processes.
  • Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and collaborate across functions.
  • A proactive, analytical mindset with exceptional attention to detail and a drive for continuous improvement.
What you'll get in return
A competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a senior position for a fast-growing insurance group. The role will give access to senior stakeholders and the chance to drive continuous financial improvement across the group.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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Posted 2026-05-25

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