Financial Controller

SYNDICATE FINANCIAL CONTROLLEREssential: Lloyd's Syndicate Insurance + Financial Reporting Leadership£150k–£180k + package (incl. 50% performance reward, pension etc.)City of London | WFH 1–2 days p/wkPear Talent is representing an international insurer seeking a Syndicate Financial Controller.This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing finance team at an exciting stage of growth, taking ownership of the full financial reporting and control framework for the syndicate whilst helping shape processes, controls and governance from the ground up.Reporting directly to the Group Financial Controller, you'll work closely with senior finance leadership, underwriting, actuarial, auditors and the Lloyd's Managing Agent, gaining broad exposure across both operational and strategic finance.Why this opportunity?High-profile leadership position with regular exposure to CFO, Board and Audit Committee stakeholdersBroad remit spanning financial and regulatory reporting and operational oversightSuccessfully growing, well-capitalised insurance business with an entrepreneurial cultureGenuine opportunity to shape how the function evolves over the coming yearsKey responsibilitiesOwn the end-to-end financial reporting for a Lloyd's syndicateLead statutory financial statements and US GAAP reportingDeliver Lloyd's, regulatory and Corporate Member reportingDevelop, enhance and maintain a robust financial control framework, including SOX controlsAnalyse financial performance and provide insightful commentary for senior management and the Audit CommitteePartner with underwriting, actuarial, tax, risk and wider finance teamsManage relationships with auditors, regulators and outsourced service providersSupport finance transformation, systems improvements and process automationDrive continuous improvement across reporting processes and governanceHelp establish scalable finance processes supporting future business growthEssential experienceQualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)Significant experience within the Lloyd's Insurance MarketStrong Syndicate Financial Reporting experienceDeep understanding of Lloyd's regulatory reporting and syndicate accountingExperience producing statutory financial statementsStrong knowledge of US GAAP (or significant exposure alongside UK GAAP/IFRS)Proven financial controls and governance experienceStrong stakeholder management skills across Finance and the wider businessExperience working with external auditors and regulatory bodiesIf this isn't for you but you know someone who'd be interested, why not confidentially recommend them? We have a fantastic referral scheme of up to £1,000*.