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My First Insurance is a fast-growing, customer-first insurance provider focused on delivering accessible and affordable motor insurance for young drivers and first-time policyholders. We’re redefining the insurance experience through innovation, transparency, and a deep understanding of our customers’ needs.

Having been recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the fastest growing businesses in the UK, we’re looking for a Senior Finance Executive who will be able to grow and develop into management as the business expands.

You will manage the day-to-day running of our finance function and our small but growing team. You'll play a key role in keeping our financial records accurate and up to date, handling transactional finance tasks, payroll and month-end processes.

This is a varied, hands-on role that would suit someone who is keen to progress their finance career and further develop their skills in a busy, friendly office environment.

Due to the office being on a rural farm location you do need to be a car driver.

Key Skills & Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in an accounts/finance role
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Able to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a busy environment
• Clear communicator — comfortable dealing with suppliers and internal colleagues
• A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to get stuck in

Desirable

• Previous management experience
• Experience with accounting software (e.g. Xero, Sage, or similar)
• Background in financial services, insurance, or an FCA-regulated business
• Familiarity with insurer reconciliation processes

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process supplier invoices and ensure timely, accurate payment runs
• Chase overdue payments and maintain an up-to-date debtors ledger
• Reconcile insurer statements and resolve queries promptly

Reconciliations

• Perform regular bank reconciliations
• Support reconciliation of insurer accounts and premium bordereaux
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner

General Finance

• Month-end processes including commission and payroll
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing
• Liaise with internal teams and external suppliers to resolve finance queries

People

• Lead and develop the growing finance team
• Day to day management duties
• Support the finance team with ad hoc tasks and reporting

Why You’ll Love Working with Us:

• Career Growth: Loads of opportunities to move up the ladder and develop your skills.
• Fun Work Environment: Work with an energetic team in a modern farm style office with a great vibe.
• Awesome Perks: Access to a company gym, team socials, and exciting incentives
• Due to our HQ being on a farm location you must be a car driver to access the office on a daily basis!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• On-site gym
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chertsey KT16 0AD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person