Financial Controller - 12 Months FTC

Overview of the Role:

As a Financial Controller, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring timely, accurate, and consistent financial and risk controlling within our organisation. You will collaborate closely with the Finance Competence Centre to address local specific reporting requirements while aligning with standardized Region/Group reporting. Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining the integrity of our financial processes and supporting strategic decision-making

What the Role Involves:

Financial Planning and Analysis:

• Control financial numbers and compare them to the reality of the business.
• Manage and update the local business reporting system using standard reporting templates.
• Contribute to the budget process and finance part of 'country review.'
• Handle local cost controlling and follow up on ad hoc requests for information and analyses.
• Define and monitor KPIs

Cooperation with Regional Competence Center:

• Collaborate with the Finance Competence Center and interface with local BU in areas such as Record to Report, technical accounting, and Procure to Pay

Financial Accounting:

• Assist with preparation of Statutory Accounts in accordance with FRS 101/UK GAAP.
• Assist with statutory audit.
• Assist with the review of annual corporation tax returns and other external reporting requirements

What You Will Bring:

Market Knowledge:

• Understanding of market basics and regulatory environment.

Business Expertise:

• Strong knowledge of accounting rules and confirmed technical knowledge of finance systems.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Proficiency in English and excellent communication skills.
• 3-5 years of experience in reporting/controlling or similar function.
• Analytical and detail-oriented approach.
• Pragmatism and accuracy in execution.
• Proactiveness and ability to work autonomously

What We Offer:

• Life Assurance: Secure your future with our comprehensive life assurance plan.
• Health Cash Plan: Access to a health cash plan to support your well-being.
• Income Protection: Financial security in case of unforeseen circumstances.
• Hybrid Working: Flexibility to work both remotely and in-office.
• Employee Share Incentive Plan: Opportunity to participate in our share incentive plan.
• Insurance Discounts: Various discounts on insurance through the Allianz Partnership.
• Additional Benefits: And much more to support your personal and professional growth

We are seeking candidates who are naturally curious and have a keen interest in technology and innovation. As we navigate the future, we value individuals who are eager to stay updated with the latest digital trends and advancements. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a proactive approach to learning and adapting to new tools and technologies, especially Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered tools, showcasing a forward-thinking mindset that aligns with our vision for growth and progress.

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Allianz Group is one of the most trusted insurance and asset management companies in the world. Caring for our employees, their ambitions, dreams and challenges, is what makes us a unique employer. Together we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the confidence to explore, to grow and to shape a better future for our customers and the world around us. Join us. Let’s care for tomorrow. 

Allianz Trade is the trademark used to designate a range of services provided by Euler Hermes. We are the global leader in trade credit insurance and a recognized specialist in the areas of surety, collections, structured trade credit and political risk. Headquartered in Paris, we are present in more than 50 countries with 5,500 employees. In 2021, our global business transactions represented 931 billion Euro in exposure. 

We at Allianz believe in a strong inclusive culture that encourages people to speak their minds, get involved and question the status quo. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourage you to bring your whole self to work, no matter where you are from, what you look like, who you love, or what you believe in. We therefore welcome applications regardless of race, ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, social class, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable local laws and regulations. Great to have you on board. Let's care for tomorrow.