Expense Controller

About AXA: AXA is a global leader in insurance and financial services, dedicated to helping customers protect what matters most to them

As the sixth-largest insurance company in the world, we provide a wide range of services, including health, car, home, and business insurance

We support millions of customers worldwide, helping them navigate life's uncertainties with confidence

AXA Global Healthcare offers global healthcare support and protection to individuals and businesses in more than 200 countries, building on over 55 years of experience through its international hubs

Job overview: As the Expense Controller, you'll oversee and manage all expense-related functions within our organisation

Your expertise will be crucial in implementing effective expense control strategies, optimising operational costs, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations

You'll collaborate closely with all departments to develop budgets, monitor expense performance, and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements

This is a key position in maintaining the financial stability of our Global Healthcare business, supporting sustainable growth, and enabling strategic decision-making

If you're a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a passion for financial integrity and efficiency, we invite you to be part of our team

Key responsibilities: Develop, implement, and continuously enhance expense management strategies and policies aligned with Group Standards and industry best practices

Lead the expense budgeting and forecasting processes, monitor performance against budgets, and provide accurate forecasts to support strategic decision-making

Identify opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency improvements, and process automation across all expense categories; oversee the implementation of cost-saving initiatives

Deliver timely, accurate, and insightful expense reports to senior management, promoting transparency and informed decision-making

Manage and update expense allocation processes to ensure accurate distribution across products and departments

Ensure all expense activities comply with internal policies, external regulations, and audit requirements; lead internal and external audits related to expenses

Deliver sound expense management, supported by robust, detailed reporting, controls, and governance; achieve annual budgets and cost savings targets; implement a number of efficiency projects; review and update policies annually

Lead, develop, and motivate the expenses team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and high performance

Work arrangements: At AXA we work smart, empowering our people to balance their time between home and the office in a way that works best for them, their team and our customers

You'll work at least two days a week (40%) away from home, moving to three days a week (60%) in the future

Away from home means attending the office, visiting clients or attending industry events

This role is based in our Tunbridge Wells office and is a permanent full time opportunity

We know that some candidates may be discouraged from applying if they don't meet every requirement

If you’re excited by this job and the prospect of working at AXA but you’re not sure you tick every box, we’d still encourage you to apply

Your skills & experience: Extensive experience in expense management, finance, or procurement within the insurance or financial services industry

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred)

Sound knowledge of insurance operations and accounting principles

Solid understanding of financial principles, budgeting, cost analysis, and expense control

Proven leadership in managing large teams, driving change, and influencing senior stakeholders

Familiarity with insurance industry regulations, internal controls, and compliance standards

Excellent negotiation skills with a track record of securing favourable contracts and managing vendor relationships

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in financial systems and reporting tools

As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom

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We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and don’t discriminate against employees or potential employees based on protected characteristics

If you have a long-term condition or disability and require adjustments during the application or interview process, we’re proud to offer access to the AXA Accessibility Concierge

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We encourage you to apply for this opportunity as soon as possible, as we may close this advert earlier than the listed closing date. #LI-Hybrid