Interim Finance Manager / Group Consolidation Lead (Insurance M&A) Location: Hybrid / London Office Start Date: ASAP Role Overview We are seeking an experienced finance contractor to support a merger involving insurance companies. The role requires both high-level technical accounting expertise and a hands‑on approach to consolidating trial balances and producing group financial information under UK GAAP (FRS 102/FRS 103) and Solvency‑UK. This is a critical delivery role working closely with the FC, CFO, external auditors, finance and system teams. Key Responsibilities Technical Accounting & Advisory

Lead technical accounting assessments for the merger, including: Business combination accounting under FRS 102 / FRS 103, Acquisition accounting, goodwill, and fair value adjustments, Group structure and consolidation treatment. Prepare technical accounting memos for auditors and governance committees. Support accounting policy alignment across merging entities.

Group Consolidation & Reporting

Perform: Intercompany eliminations, Adjustments for accounting policy differences, Opening balance sheet consolidation. Build or enhance consolidation models (Excel or consolidation system). Produce group management accounts and statutory‑ready financial statements.

Operational & Hands‑On Delivery

Hands on to: Resolve reconciliation issues, Liaise with finance teams to obtain data, Support audit requests and evidence gathering.

Stakeholder Engagement

Act as a finance lead interfacing with: FC, CFO and senior leadership, External auditors, Legal, tax, and finance teams. Support merger integration planning and financial governance design.

Essential Experience & Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent). Strong experience in: Group consolidation, Business combinations, UK GAAP (FRS 102) and FRS 103 (Insurance Contracts). Proven track record in: M&A integrations, Multi‑entity consolidations, Advanced Excel skills (consolidation models, complex workings). Able to operate at both: Strategic / advisory level, and Experience working in regulated environments (e.g. PRA/FCA). Prior interim or contractor roles in M&A or group finance transformation.

Personal Attributes

Highly organised, detail‑oriented, and delivery‑focused. Comfortable with ambiguity and complex structures. Strong communicator, able to explain technical accounting to non‑specialists. Proactive, pragmatic, and solutions‑oriented.

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