HFG Insurance Recruitment
Senior External Reporting Manager
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Senior External Reporting Manager
Overview
A leading global specialty insurer is seeking an Senior External Reporting Manager to join its finance team. This is a key role responsible for delivering accurate, compliant UK legal entity reporting while supporting continuous improvement and strategic finance initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead preparation of annual UK statutory accounts (solo and consolidated), including analysis and reporting.
- Oversee monthly consolidations, reconciliations, and performance analysis.
- Support quarterly reporting to senior leadership, Audit Committee, and Boards.
- Coordinate annual statutory audits and maintain reporting timetables.
- Monitor UK entity results, ensuring accurate US GAAP and UK GAAP reporting.
- Support overseas statutory reporting and branch financials.
- Partner with internal teams (FP&A, Tax, Controllership) on financial reporting matters.
- Contribute to regulatory compliance, technical accounting research, and implementation of new reporting requirements.
- Drive continuous improvement and support finance transformation projects.
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Skills & Experience
- Strong insurance accounting knowledge and technical expertise (UK GAAP & US GAAP).
- Proven experience preparing statutory accounts and financial reports.
- Experience managing audits and maintaining effective controls.
- Advanced Excel and strong analytical capability.
- Experience leading or supporting change within finance functions.
- Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Good understanding of the London Insurance Market.
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Personal Attributes
- Professional, proactive, and detail-oriented.
- Collaborative and adaptable team player.
- Strong time management and commitment to high-quality delivery.
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a high-performing finance function within a dynamic insurance environment.
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