Head of Finance & Accounting (Financial Services)

A prestigious life assurance provider in Bangkok is seeking a Head of Finance and Accounting to join its executive team. This role will lead financial and accounting strategy, ensure strong regulatory compliance, and provide strategic insights to support business growth within the insurance sector. The ideal candidate must have strong leadership experience and be highly knowledgeable in IFRS 17, with the ability to oversee implementation, reporting, and ongoing compliance. The organisation offers a supportive culture, flexible working arrangements, and attractive benefits for a seasoned finance leader ready to make a meaningful impact.

What you'll do:

As Head of Finance and Accounting, you will play an instrumental role in steering the organisation’s financial operations towards sustainable growth. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve providing expert guidance on all aspects of finance and accounting while ensuring that reporting standards are met with precision. You will collaborate extensively with other departments to drive efficiencies, optimise costs, and enhance overall business performance. By implementing effective controls and risk management strategies, you will help secure the company’s long-term stability. Your ability to mentor your team will be crucial in building a high-performing department that consistently delivers results. Success in this position requires not only technical proficiency but also strong interpersonal skills to foster collaboration across the business.

• Provide strategic direction and oversight for all finance and accounting functions, ensuring accurate reporting aligned with organisational objectives.
• Supervise the preparation of detailed financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and management reports to support informed business decisions.
• Ensure full compliance with local tax laws, international accounting standards such as IFRS 17, and all relevant regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to identify cost optimisation opportunities and implement process improvements across the organisation.
• Drive the implementation of robust financial controls and risk management frameworks to safeguard assets and ensure operational integrity.
• Mentor, guide, and develop the finance and accounting team by fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Oversee tax planning activities to maximise efficiency while maintaining strict adherence to legal obligations.
• Engage with senior stakeholders to communicate complex financial information clearly and support strategic initiatives.
• Lead internal audits and coordinate with external auditors to ensure transparency and accountability in all financial matters.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for Head of Finance and Accounting brings deep expertise from previous roles within life insurance companies, particularly those requiring hands-on knowledge of IFRS 17. Your academic background in accounting is complemented by recognised professional qualifications such as CPA status. You have demonstrated success managing large teams through periods of change while upholding rigorous standards for accuracy and compliance. Your analytical mindset allows you to distil complex data into meaningful insights that inform strategic decisions. In addition to technical acumen, your interpersonal strengths enable you to build trust-based relationships across departments—fostering cooperation that drives collective achievement. Your experience navigating audits further underscores your commitment to transparency. Above all else, your passion for developing others ensures that your team thrives alongside you.

• Extensive experience (8+ years) in senior finance or accounting roles within the life insurance sector is essential for understanding industry-specific challenges.
• Demonstrated expertise in IFRS 17 implementation ensures compliance with evolving international standards relevant to insurance companies.
• A degree in accounting coupled with CPA or equivalent professional qualification provides a solid foundation for technical excellence.
• Proven track record in financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, tax planning, and regulatory compliance within complex organisations.
• Exceptional analytical abilities enable you to interpret financial data accurately and translate insights into actionable recommendations for business improvement.
• Strong leadership skills are required to inspire confidence among your team members while nurturing their professional development through coaching and mentorship.
• Excellent communication skills facilitate clear interaction with stakeholders at all levels both internally and externally.
• Experience managing audits—both internal processes and coordination with external auditors—ensures transparency throughout all reporting cycles.
• A collaborative approach supports cross-departmental projects aimed at optimising processes or reducing costs without compromising quality.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as one of Thailand’s most respected life assurance providers due to its unwavering commitment to employee well-being, professional growth, and inclusive culture. Employees benefit from comprehensive health and life insurance coverage designed to provide peace of mind for themselves and their families. Generous leave entitlements allow for genuine work-life balance while flexible working arrangements accommodate diverse needs. The company invests heavily in ongoing training programmes so staff can continually expand their skills—whether through formal courses or informal mentoring relationships. A spirit of collaboration permeates every level of the business; colleagues support each other’s success through open communication channels and shared goals. This is an environment where your contributions are valued not just for what they achieve but also for how they help others grow along the way.

What's next:

If you are ready to take on a transformative leadership role where your expertise will shape the future of finance within a leading life assurance company, we encourage you to apply now.

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next career milestone awaits!

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Robert Walters Recruitment (Thailand) Limited
Recruitment License No.: น. 1188 / 2551