Head of Finance

2 weeks ago

Dublin, Ireland GB001 Marsh Ltd Full time

Description:

What you can expect:

Mercer is a global leader in Wealth, Health and Career services. Mercer's Investments business (under Wealth) is a leading global provider of investment advice, tools and implementation solutions. It provides investment related services to a wide range of clients globally including customised advice and support at every stage of the investment decision making, risk management and investment monitoring process.

Mercer Global Investments Europe Limited (“MGIE”), based in Dublin is a key provider of investment solutions across the International region, including Europe, UK, Asia and the Middle East. MGIE is authorised by the Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) to provide MiFID services, it was established in 2006 and currently manages assets in excess of $180bn through a range of Dublin domicile funds.

MGIE is currently seeking to appoint a Head of Finance (PCF-11) to lead its Finance function based in Dublin. This is an established senior role in an internationally regarded regulated investment firm successfully operating in Ireland as part of a Global business. The role will sit in MMC Finance reporting to the MMC Ireland Group CFO with an additional reporting line to the MGIE CEO.

The successful candidate will commence employment as MGIE’s Head of Finance (PCF 11) and subject to successfully completing an initial period, the individual will be appointed as Executive Director (PCF 1) on the Board.

The Role

This role holder will work closely with the CEO and senior leadership on strategic matters and be the regulatory point of contact for all financial matters with the CBI. They will support development of financial strategies that align with the organisation's goals and objectives. They will be responsible for leading the Finance team in maintaining a strong control environment and all the Company’s internal and external reporting requirements as well as overseeing capital requirements, liquidity levels etc. The role holder will also work closely with the Audit Committee Chair on relevant finance matters and continually enhance financial reporting to the Audit Committee and Board.

As the role evolves and encompasses Director responsibilities, the role holder’s primarily responsibility will include acting in the best interests of MGIE Ltd. as well as its employees and shareholders. From a Company Law perspective, Director’s duties have been codified and placed into Companies Act 2014. The role holder will be responsible for these fiduciary duties and related compliance obligations in addition to this role profile.

The role holder will also be subject to the Individual Accountability Framework (‘IAF’) and the Senior Executive Accountability Regime (‘SEAR’). Support and guidance will be provided but prospective candidates are expected to be very familiar with IAF and SEAR regimes and related expectations.

This is a pre-approved control function with board representation, as such and in line with the Company’s strong culture, the successful candidate will be expected to uphold the highest professional and conduct standards while being a key leader in the firm and the wider MMC Finance team.

We will rely on you for the following responsibilities:

Leadership

Contribute to the strategy and business of the firm at a board level and add value to executive decision making. Identify and manage risks including financial risks, market, credit, and operational risks. Be a leader and advocate for the firm and the finance team through representation on various leadership forums, Executive Risk Committees, Board, and its sub-committees. Partner with the business and provide guidance and direction on finance matters to firm’s leadership. Challenge appropriately and support the leadership on any areas of concern. Contribute to setting the tone from the top to maintain and enhance the firm’s strong culture.

Financial Management

Responsible for all periodic and ad-hoc financial reporting to Central Bank of Ireland, Board of Directors, Group Finance and Auditors among other stakeholders. Direct and lead the team on all accounting, tax and reporting aspects in an offshore and strong control environment. Lead implementation of accounting standard changes in local and US GAAP and their alignment. Support the development and implementation of the Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process (ICARAP) which is led by the Chief Risk Officer, ensuring that it aligns with MGIE’s overall risk management framework and regulatory requirements. Ensure compliance with corporate policies, local/US GAAP and local statutory and reporting regulations (as applicable) regarding financial matters. Provide support in continuously identifying more efficient and effective ways of operating as a business and a function. Responsible for proposing statutory budgets and monitoring capital, liquidity, profitability, interest rate, FX and pension scheme.

Stakeholder Management

Establish and develop strong relationships with all Board members and the executive team and be a trusted advisor to leadership. Lead relationships with regulators, auditors, tax advisors, bankers, and other corporate stakeholders to ensure effective and efficient outcomes for the firm. Maintain strong relationships with the MMC Group on all financial and regulatory matters including, capital and liquidity planning, dividend repatriation, board and regulatory expectations. Support the Group CFO in managing stakeholder expectations from group, auditors (external and internal), tax advisors (external and internal), legal, compliance and business colleagues. Provide support on other group companies as required, including but not limited to group wide projects impacting the firm. Work as part of the broader finance team, and a commitment to collaborating on goals set out by management and business leaders.


What you will need to have:

University degree in finance, accounting, or economics with Professional Accounting Qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA. Sufficient relevant experience in regulated financial services and an independent board environment including meaningful and progressive leadership experience. Ability to prioritise multiple demands and guide stakeholders to focus on the key issues. Excellent leadership and influencing skills with an ability to make complex issues simple and to foresee and resolve problems. Willingness to get into the details to understand the issues but retaining the ability to see the big picture. Technologically minded exploiting more effective and efficient ways of delivering.

What will make you stand out:

The ability and personality to interface with senior leaders, industry experts and partners on material and high impact items. First-hand experience of working in a PCF or similar role for a large MiFID regulated company. Working knowledge of IFD/ IFR, asset-based fee models, multi-jurisdictional transfer pricing and evolving regulatory expectations.

What you will be rewarded with:

Our employees enjoy excellent benefits such as:

Competitive salary with annual review Discretionary Company Bonus Up to 12% company pension contribution Full healthcare cover Study Support Flexible working arrangements Wellness Programme/Sports & Social clubs Paid annual leave and ability to purchase additional leave days Travel ticket/bike to work/dental are optional Subsidised canteen Hybrid work environment

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