Assistant Finance Manager

Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Employee stock purchase plan
Life insurance
Company pension
Paid volunteer time
Private medical insurance
Season ticket loan
Discounted gym membership
 
Full job description
Introduction

Indulge your passion for problem-solving and embrace the thrill of addressing risk head-on at Gallagher's global brokerage team. Join a family of diverse minds, united by a relentless pursuit of excellence. As part of our team, you'll be the architect of protection, safeguarding businesses and empowering their ambitions. Together, we'll build a legacy of trust and triumph in the dynamic world of risk management.

We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.


Overview

Are you working in a large practice firm and looking to make your first move? Join a dynamic and growing organisation as a Finance Manager - Integration & Projects, where you will play a crucial part in supporting accounting acquisitions, integrations, and projects. This role specifically focuses on UK acquisitions across our Retail, Pen & Specialty divisions.

You will collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) across various accounting functions to ensure the seamless integration of acquired finance functions into the Global Accounting Centre. You’ll engage with customers across the Global Accounting Centre, UK Senior Management, and central project teams to deliver successful project outcomes.

If you are a qualified accountant, with experience of project management and a passion for excellence and a talent for paying attention to details, we invite you to be part of our growth journey. Apply now to make a significant impact in a global leader in insurance brokerage!


How you'll make an impact

Due Diligence - Accounting due diligence performed on potential targets:
Prepare and submit Accounting Due Diligence (DD) reports as part of wider project due diligence
Review information provided by targets to understand finance functions, identify key risks, and pinpoint gaps
Audit balance sheets to ensure all balances are adequately supported
Present insights and findings on calls with potential targets to understand finance operations
Identify and advance issues to the Accounting Manager/Senior Manager during the DD period
Participate in DD project calls and periodically present on the accounting report status
Acquisition – Recording the transaction in the General Ledger
Facilitate the setup of Business Units for acquisitions, preparing relevant forms, and acquiring approvals
Prepare Acquisition Accounting packs for submission to the US Corporate Accounting team
Collaborate with Global Accounting Centre SMEs and newly acquired finance teams to ensure month-end processes align with timelines
Assist in preparing Completion Accounts and facilitate payments once agreed
Integrations – Integrating the finance function into the Glasgow Global Accounting Centre
Support the Accounting Manager/Senior Manager across UK Acquisition & Integration Projects
Develop and maintain detailed project plans for each integration, covering Income, Management Accounts, Accounts Payable, Client Money, and Treasury teams
Facilitate workshops, engaging participants/SMEs from accounting functions to develop project plans and timelines
Coordinate workshops between newly acquired entity’s finance team and Global Accounting Centre SMEs to detail the “as is” state
Prepare weekly slide decks to provide accounting updates for inclusion in wider project packs
Present at bi-weekly Operating Groups for ongoing integrations, raising accounting issues for visibility
Liaise with project management teams across UK divisions to handle deliverables on time
Drive SOX control gap analysis and lead remediation plans across accounting functions
Align acquired entities to Gallagher’s Financial Policy Manual (FPM) and lead the remediation plan
Address ad hoc queries from Income, Management Accounts, Treasury, Client Money, and IBA teams regarding ongoing integrations
Manage records retention and legacy data repository processes for UK acquisitions
Advance issues to the Accounting Manager/Senior Manager promptly for appropriate visibility

About You
University degree or equivalent experience as a fully qualified accountant
Experience gained within a large audit firm
Solid understanding and working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Previous experience with US GAAP is desirable but not essential
Strong technical accounting knowledge
Understanding of SOX and regulatory/control-based environments is desirable
Audit experience is a plus
Ability to adapt to change and manage multiple tasks
Outstanding attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Confidence to work autonomously and in a team
Flexible and adaptable attitude
Eligibility to work in the UK
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Compensation and benefits

On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.

Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to ‘buy’ extra days
Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to
Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top-up to 10x
Income protection, we’ll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up
Health cash plan or Private medical insurance
Other benefits include:

Three fully paid volunteering days per year
Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount
Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan
Critical illness cover
Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally
Season ticket loan
Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase
Emergency back-up family care
And many more…