Interim Financial Controller - Insurance

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A global Insurance Company operating across Europe, Asia and North America is seeking a Senior Financial Reporting Consultant to support a critical period of delivery across its European finance function. Operating in a complex, multi-entity environment, the business is undertaking a focused push to clear a backlog of subsidiary statutory accounts and strengthen financial reporting processes across the region. This role sits at the heart of that effort, requiring an experienced and self-sufficient contractor to take ownership of delivery and drive outcomes at pace within a technically demanding reporting landscape.
Your new role

• Lead end-to-end delivery of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and timeliness under tight deadlines

Interpret and apply IFRS alongside various local GAAP frameworks across EMEA jurisdictions

Identify reporting gaps, resolve technical issues and drive completion through a hands-on approach

Operate as a key contact for group reporting, ensuring alignment with central requirements

Engage with local finance teams and stakeholders while maintaining independence and delivery focus

Support process improvements to streamline reporting and enhance controls where required What you'll need to succeed

Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS and local GAAP across EMEA

Proven track record operating in a high-pressure, delivery-focused environment

Ability to work autonomously and take full accountability for outputs

Strong stakeholder management capability across international teams

Big 4 trained (ACA/ACCA) or equivalent, with significant contractor experience at a senior level

A pragmatic, solutions-driven mindset with a clear "own it and deliver" approach What you need to do now
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