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London | Hybrid | Leading Professional Services Firm
A highly respected professional services firm is hiring a Director to join their growing Financial Services Accounting & Corporate Reporting Advisory team. This is a senior leadership role, ideally suited to a technically strong individual with extensive experience in the insurance sector and a background in delivering high-quality advisory services to financial institutions.
This is a high-impact role supporting the team leader in driving delivery excellence and executing the team’s growth strategy. You will work closely with C-suite stakeholders, guide multidisciplinary teams, and lead on complex accounting and corporate reporting challenges.
What You’ll Do:
* Take ownership of advisory engagements including IFRS 9, 16, and 17 implementations, transition between reporting frameworks, ESG and sustainability reporting, financial instruments, and group restructuring.
* Operate as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, including CFOs and audit committees.
* Lead multi-disciplinary project teams across accounting, actuarial, tax, valuations, digital and M&A advisory services.
* Play a key role in business development—scoping, winning and delivering new opportunities, and strengthening client relationships.
* Serve as a subject matter expert on technical accounting and regulatory developments.
* Mentor and develop junior team members, building capability and succession within the team.
* Step in for the service line leader as needed, supporting both day-to-day operations and long-term strategic initiatives.
* Ensure delivery aligns with quality, risk, and ethical standards under ISQM 1.
What We’re Looking For:
* Proven experience in delivering complex accounting and reporting advisory projects within financial services, ideally with a strong insurance focus.
* In-depth knowledge of IFRS, UK GAAP, and Companies Act requirements.
* Commercial awareness with the ability to assess and manage risk while driving profitability.
* Experience engaging with senior executives and influencing high-stakes decisions.
* Strong communication skills—written, verbal, and presentation.
* Demonstrable success in business development and client growth.
* Commitment to leadership, inclusion, team development, and wellbeing.
Why Join?
This is a unique opportunity to be part of a highly credible, forward-thinking advisory team within a firm known for quality, agility, and long-term client partnerships. You’ll be recognised for who you are, have the autonomy to lead strategically significant work, and access a clearly structured pathway for career progression.
The firm supports hybrid working, encourages cross-functional collaboration, and actively invests in people development and innovation. You’ll be joining a culture where impact, inclusion, and
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Director
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Accounting/Auditing, Consulting, and Finance
* Industries
Accounting, Financial Services, and Insurance
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