Finance Operations Manager

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Finance and Tax Operations Manager EEO / Diversity statement As a Disability Confident employer, our aim is to ensure that disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. The data is only used for the purpose of providing additional support at interview. If this is applicable to you, please ensure you answer Yes to the question regarding disability included in the application form for our awareness. The Finance & Tax Operations team plays a critical role in safeguarding the organization's financial integrity and ensuring we meet all statutory, regulatory, and shareholder expectations. This function ensures high quality financial reporting, effective risk management, and compliance across complex finance and tax environment s. Where purpose meets career: Strategic Impact: Sittingat the intersection of finance, risk management, regulatory compliance, and tax governance means youre not just crunching numbers: you're shaping the stability and direction of the organization. Leadership with Autonomy: Many leadership roles come with constraints, but here youd have the freedom to design processes, set standards, and embed best practices. Its a chance to leave a real legacy. Complex & Rewarding Work : Exposure to life and pensions alongside finance adds depth. These are intricate areas where decisions ripple across long-term organizational health and customer trust. Key Responsibilities Financial & Risk Management Act as a key control point for Finance risks, including those linked to market trading within pension funds.
Ensure the organization's asset and liability positions are accurately reported and effectively monitored.
Maintain robust financial controls and high-quality record-keeping that support statutory, regulatory, and legislative reporting.
Tax & Regulatory Compliance Oversee policyholder tax reporting and ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements. Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support tax compliance and reporting activities. Operational Excellence Lead and develop a high-performing team, providing clear direction and fostering a positive, adaptable culture.
Drive delivery of project-related work, contributing to continuous improvement across Finance and Tax operations.
Oversee general ledger accuracy, banking processes, and back-office practices to ensure operational efficiency.
Skills we cant do without: Life & pension experience 5+ years and 2 years as a manager As the role is very broad over Finance and tax it could provide progression into other areas of the business as well as be a steppingstone to a head of role within finance i.e. risk and controls manager, operations manager etc. Technical Expertise Deep knowledge of Life & Pensions (L&P) accounting and Finance/Tax environments.
Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and financial controls.
Advanced proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and accounting software packages.
Excellence in analyzing financial data and interpreting complex information.
Experience Proven track record managing teams within Finance or Tax operations.
Experience within the Life & Pensions industry.
Strong bookkeeping and general ledger expertise.
Demonstrated ability to deliver and embed project outcomes.
Educational Background and Qualifications: Desirable: ACCA or CIMA qualification (or progression toward qualification) .
We Care About Our Employees' Happiness By providing: Pension Scheme - contributions matched up to 10%
Private medical Cover
Income Protection
Life Assurance
25 days paid leave + National Holidays
Flex benefits program
Essential Criteria Candidates must be based in Edinburgh. They must be willing to travel with a maximum of 2 day per week in the Edinburgh office. The successful candidate should hold or be capable of obtaining BPSS clearance.

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Location:
Birmingham
Salary:
not provided
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Finance

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