Overview
Job Introduction
Role Responsibility
We’re looking for a highly capable Head of Group Financial Reporting to lead our Group Reporting, Technical and Investment and Accounting teams during a period of exciting transformation at MPS. This initial 12month FTC will provide critical leadership while our existing colleague transitions into a project focused role to support key change initiatives.
If you’re technically strong, thrive in a delivery focused environment and have a passion for driving continuous improvement, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a purpose driven organisation.
About the Role
As our Head of Group Financial Reporting, you will take ownership of all aspects of Group financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, compliance and robust financial control across the organisation.
You will lead a team of eight skilled professionals spanning:
- Investment Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- Technical Accounting.
You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality internal and statutory reporting, driving improvements to our control framework, and ensuring we continue to meet our obligations with precision and confidence.
This role is ideal for someone who brings both technical excellence and a “get things done” mindset—someone who thrives on deadlines, accountability and delivering work to a high standard.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a hands-on, delivery focused finance leader who can balance technical expertise with strong people leadership.
You will bring:
- A recognised professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
- Strong technical accounting skills, ideally from a background in:
- Audit
- Corporate finance
- Financial advisory
- Financial consultancy
- Industry experience in a complex organisation, financial services, retail or PE backed environments are a strong advantage
- Proven experience in financial controls, governance and reporting
- Demonstrated ability to operate at pace, take ownership, and deliver to tight deadlines
Leadership & personal attributes
- A proactive, delivery driven style
- Ability to inspire, support and develop a high performing finance team
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- A continuous improvement mindset, with the confidence to challenge and drive change.
What We Can Offer You
We offer a salary which is flexible to attract the best and a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes:
- Discretionary on-target bonus of 15%. Up to a max 30% based on performance
- 11% pension contribution (3% from you, 8% from us – optional additional matched 3% contributions, e.g. 6% from you, 11% from us)
- 30 days annual leave. Flexible public holidays and option to buy/sell additional leave
- Private Medical Insurance
- 6x salary death in service
- Holistic health and wellbeing support package
- Flexible, hybrid-working arrangement
- A culture that promotes inclusivity, wellbeing and rewards hard work
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and we encourage you to apply even if you feel you do not match 100% of the technical requirements. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and strive to create a work environment which ensures everyone can be heard.
Who We Are
Medical Protection Society (MPS) is the world’s leading protection organisation for Doctors, Dentists and healthcare professionals. We protect and support the professional interests of almost 300,000 Members around the world.
We are a not-for-profit organisation, meaning our Members’ subscriptions are kept safe, should Members require support for complaints or claims arising from professional practice, or re-invested into bettering the organisation, our colleagues and our products.
Our philosophy is to support safe practice in medicine and dentistry by helping to avert problems in the first place. We actively campaign for regulatory and legal reforms that benefit Members and the wider healthcare professions.
To do this, we need colleagues who are trusted and supported to deliver their best work, whether that be through leadership development, fully-funded training courses or peer-to-peer support. We want our colleagues to feel empowered enough to deliver positive change, display ambition to push themselves and are determined when faced with a challenge, whilst ensuring Member’s best interests are at the core.
Next Steps
If you are interested in finding out more, looking for a new role and want to join an organisation that truly values its employees, take a look at the role profile to find out more about the role to apply.
Our Talent Acquisition team are always on hand should you have any questions, are having any technical issues or wish to understand how MPS can support you with your application and interview. You can contact our Talent Acquisition team by emailing careers@medicalprotection.org.
The Ideal Candidate
Package Description
About the Company
Medical Protection Society (MPS) is the world’s leading protection organisation for doctors, dentists and healthcare professionals. We protect and support the professional interests of almost 300,000 members around the world, in countries as diverse as the United Kingdom, South Africa and Hong Kong.
Our philosophy is to support safe practice in medicine and dentistry by helping to avert problems in the first place. We also actively campaign for regulatory and legal reforms that benefit members and the wider healthcare professions. Membership provides access to expert advice and support together with the right to request indemnity for complaints or claims arising from professional practice.
We continue to invest in our team to ensure that we are delivering the best possible service for members. This was recognised in 2016 when we were awarded an Investors in People Silver award.
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