Allshores is searching for a Head of Finance - Employee Benefits, a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the financial control environment for the Group's Health and Wealth divisions. As a commercially minded individual, the Head of Finance will ensure strong financial governance, effective internal controls, and the consistent application of rigorous financial processes across the divisions. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage preparation, presentation and dissemination of management information to Executive, board of directors and senior stakeholders. Translate data into high value, actionable insights for senior leadership and business partners, developing and refining new analyses in response to business needs, and bringing expertise on emerging trends. Oversee EB accounting operations including monitoring and compliance of key internal controls and enhancements of systems and processes. Manage financial information, analysis and business case justification for strategic projects. Support the annual audit process and be the liaison with the external auditors and regulators. Supervise, motivate, coach and develop the accounting team which includes encompassing career development, performance objectives, and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Build, develop and maintain positive working relationships with both internal and external clients, entities and vendors. SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES: Professional accounting designation. A minimum of fifteen years post qualification experience in Accounting or Finance within the insurance industry. Recognized insurance qualification (eg. ARE or AIAF or CPCU). A minimum of ten years of experience in a supervisory or management position with direct reports. In depth knowledge of relevant accounting standards (IFRS and/or US GAAP) and Bermuda Monetary Authority reporting requirements. Strong knowledge of Great Plains. Proven team player with a strong track record of working effectively in a professional team. Proven ability to build and maintain relationships, and drive change, across diverse cultures. Excellent communication skills (oral and written), which includes the ability to create strong relationships and the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with roles across the organisation, including the Executive. Demonstrated experience preparing and presenting board level documentation. Excellent analysis and decision-making skills with the ability to identify and implement solutions.