Senior External Reporting Manager

Senior External Reporting Manager

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.

• 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.

• 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, organisation, and problem-solving skills.

• Good understanding of the London Insurance Market.

• 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.