Head of Controlling – PE-Backed Insurance Business

Role

A private equity-backed insurance business is seeking an experienced Head of Controlling to lead the financial planning, performance management, and controlling function during a period of growth and operational development. Reporting directly to the CFO, the role will play a key part in driving transparency, financial performance, and data-driven decision‑making across the organisation.

The successful candidate will operate as a strategic finance partner to both operational leadership and shareholders, helping to enhance reporting quality, forecasting accuracy, and overall business performance.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading the controlling and FP&A function across budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial analysis
Developing and enhancing management reporting, KPI frameworks, and performance dashboards
Delivering timely and accurate monthly reporting packages for executive leadership and private equity stakeholders
Driving profitability, cost optimisation, and operational performance initiatives across the business
Supporting strategic planning, scenario modelling, and business case analysis
Partnering closely with operational leaders to improve financial visibility and accountability
Leading the annual budgeting and long‑range planning processes
Supporting cash flow forecasting and capital planning activities
Improving controlling processes, systems, and automation capabilities
Coordinating with accounting, actuarial, and operational teams to ensure high‑quality financial information
Supporting financing, M&A, integration, and exit readiness initiatives where required
Leading and developing the controlling team within a fast‑paced, performance‑oriented environment

Candidate

The successful candidate will be an analytically strong and commercially minded finance professional with experience in insurance or financial services environments, ideally within investor‑backed or transformation‑driven businesses.

Key requirements include:

Proven experience in a Head of Controlling, FP&A leadership, or senior controlling role
Strong background within insurance, insurtech, or broader financial services environments
Experience working within PE‑backed, investor‑led, or high‑performance organisations is highly advantageous
Strong expertise in financial planning, forecasting, and management reporting
Excellent analytical and business partnering capabilities
Ability to translate complex financial data into actionable business insights
Experience improving reporting processes, systems, and financial transparency
Strong stakeholder management skills with exposure to executive leadership and investors
Hands‑on mentality with the ability to operate effectively in dynamic environments
Advanced Excel and finance systems/BI tool capabilities
Fluent German and English language skills preferred

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing, investor‑backed business in a highly visible finance leadership role with significant exposure to strategic decision‑making and value creation initiatives.

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Phipps Cameron Recruitment