Finance Solution Architect (Ref: 196555)
Finance Solution Architect - £700-750 p/d - 12 Month Contract
We’re looking to speak with an experienced Finance Solution Architect with a background in Life Insurance, Pensions, General Insurance or Specialty Insurance.
This is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering finance transformation programmes, working across technology, processes, data and operating models within complex insurance environments.
What you’ll be doing
• Lead finance transformation initiatives tailored to the needs of insurance and bulk annuity clients
• Support the implementation and integration of ERP/EPM platforms and associated finance data models
• Drive improvements across finance processes, including financial close and reporting cycles
• Design and implement Finance Target Operating Models (TOMs) to improve efficiency and effectiveness
• Work closely with Actuarial, Data & Analytics and Reporting teams
• Ensure solutions align with regulatory frameworks including Solvency II and IFRS 17
• Lead transformation programmes from mobilisation through to delivery and benefits realisation
• Support business development through proposals, client presentations and thought leadership
What we’re looking for
Essential:
• Significant experience in finance transformation within the insurance sector
• Strong knowledge of finance systems such as Oracle, SAP, Anaplan or equivalent platforms
• Excellent understanding of finance processes, reporting, close and regulatory requirements
• Experience working with finance data models and maintaining data integrity
• Proven experience designing and implementing finance operating models
• Experience leading complex transformation programmes
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, including engagement with C-suite stakeholders
Desirable:
• ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent accounting qualification
• Consulting or professional services experience
• Exposure to GenAI, automation or modern data platforms within finance
• Experience with NextGen Analytics and management reporting in insurance
