Senior Finance Manager

  • Hays
  • Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
  • Jan 08, 2026
Full time Banking Finance

Job Description

Senior Finance Manager/Controller - Cheltenham - Hybrid - Fantastic progressive role

Senior Manager (Controller) - Client Finance
Location: Cheltenham Full-Time Permanent
Hays Senior Finance is exclusively partnering with a leading provider of outsourced services to the insurance industry. As they continue to grow, they are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager - Client Finance to join their team. This is a high-impact leadership role, responsible for overseeing financial reporting, compliance, and process excellence.
What You'll Be Doing

  • Lead and develop a high-performing finance team delivering accurate and timely financial reporting for insurance clients.
  • Own the integrity of financial results and ensure full compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements.
  • Drive process improvements and lead remediation initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Play a key role in client onboarding, establishing robust accounting policies, documentation, and controls.
  • Prepare and present Board and Audit Committee papers; liaise with external auditors and manage audit processes.
  • Oversee tax data submissions and ensure alignment with current accounting standards.
  • Lead finance-related projects, including IT systems development and change initiatives.
  • Champion team development through training and knowledge-sharing in insurance finance.

What We're Looking For
  • Qualified accountant with 5+ years' experience in insurance industry financial reporting.
  • Proven leadership experience with a track record of managing teams and driving change.
  • Strong understanding of regulatory returns and financial compliance.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial systems.
  • High integrity and alignment with our PRIDE values: Pioneering Responsible Inclusive Delivery Focused Empowering

What you need to do now

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