Head - Finance - International Insurance Firm

About Our Client:

Our client is one of the leading and fast growing International Insurance Companies in India.

Job Description:

- Responsible for establishing, reviewing and updating of accounting policies and procedures, in line with changes in business requirements and relevant financial reporting standards;

- Responsible for managing monthly, quarterly and annual financial closing, regional reporting and group reporting requirements;

- Preparation and submission of statutory reports in a timely and accurate manner;

- Monitor all accounts receivable and account payable transactions to optimize cash flow management;

- Liaison with external and internal auditors for compliance of accounting process and corporate tax matters;

- Actively reviewing and recommending measures for continuous improvement in internal controls and business processes, in support of corporate objectives;

- Supervise and develop staff, plan work flow to ensure all deadlines are met;

- Ensure that management is informed of any issues on a timely basis;

- Actively participate in special projects.

The Successful Applicant:

- Should have a bachelor- s/master's degree in Accountancy & Finance or equivalent

- Should have 8-12 years of relevant experience in Insurance/Reinsurance business

- Should have a Professional certification (CPA, CAN, CIA, CISA, CA etc)

- Should have good knowledge of GAAP, SAP and good understanding of financial systems

- Should have at least 8 years of relevant experience in accounting, finance and business support in managerial capacity managing a team of people

- Excellent written and communication skills

- Should have the ability to contribute to a team, make firm decisions and express opinions

- Should be meticulous, independent and able to work under pressure

- Should be able to operate at a large degree of flexibility and an ability to think out of the box

- Should have the ability to successfully work in and adapt to a variety of cultures in a fast moving Internal / external environment whilst learning on the job

What's on Offer:

- You will be part of a leading international insurance company working closely with the leadership team

- Best in class compensation + bonus