head of finance operations (insurance).

This leadership position offers an opportunity to oversee critical financial operations for a prominent insurance group, ensuring accuracy and regulatory adherence.

• Lead and provide strategic direction for the finance operations department across multiple business entities.

• Oversee the end-to-end payment processing cycle, including authorizations for various banking platforms and payment modes.

• Review and approve month-end closing activities, bank reconciliations, and interfund settlements to ensure financial integrity.

• Manage statutory and regulatory reporting requirements, including tax-related filings for business partners and advisers.

• Drive continuous improvement by streamlining existing workflows and spearheading automation initiatives for greater efficiency.

Skills and experience required

• Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA or a relevant degree.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience managing finance operations, specifically within the life insurance industry.

• Strong proficiency in advanced spreadsheet applications for data analysis and reporting.

• Deep technical expertise in payment processing, reconciliation protocols, and financial industry regulations.

• Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships and lead internal process enhancements or system testing.