A BIT ABOUT FLOCK
At Flock we do insurance very differently. We're nearing 1 billion connected, insured miles.
Meaning our real-time, data-driven approach enables us to price connected vehicle insurance and assess risk better than ever before, giving fleet owners the insights they need to improve safety. We don’t just pay claims; we help our customers prevent them. We now insure hundreds of fleets in the UK, including the likes of Amazon, DPD, Uber and Bolt.
We've now raised over £50M and our goal is to become the leading insurance company for connected and autonomous vehicles, and we're building a world-class team to help us get there.
THE ROLE
We are looking for an ambitious, high-achieving hands-on Financial Controller to take ownership of our core accounting and financial control processes, and to drive improvements across the finance function.
Reporting directly into the VP of Finance, this is a career-defining opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping Flock’s financial operations as we scale. You’ll lead our accounting team, ensure operational excellence in financial control, and help embed the tools, processes, and mindset that make finance a true enabler of growth.
WHAT WE THINK IS MOST EXCITING ABOUT THE ROLE
Impact & Visibility: Exposure to the CFO and working closely with the VP of Finance, gaining exposure to the leadership team and shaping how finance underpins Flock’s growth.
Process Transformation: Play a key role in redesigning and improving finance processes, leveraging technology and data to achieve operational excellence.
Breadth of Experience: Gain wide-ranging, career defining exposure across the entire breadth of finance which
Leadership Opportunity: Lead, coach, and develop a small team, helping them achieve their full potential while scaling finance operations.
Innovation in Action: Contribute to the adoption of new tools (including AI) to streamline workflows and future-proof our finance function.
A LITTLE MORE ON WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
- Core Financial Control
- Oversee a team responsible for completion of all day-to-day accounting activities including accounts payable, credit control, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and ledger management.
- Ensure accurate, timely month-end closes
- Deliver high-quality, reliable financial data that enables informed decision-making
- Financial Reporting & Compliance
- Produce monthly management accounts and statutory reporting, partnering with FP&A to deliver insightful analysis.
- Manage FCA reporting and support regulatory obligations.
- Own the audit process, maintaining strong relationships with external auditors.
- Process Improvement & Transformation
- Review, challenge, and improve finance processes to make them scalable, efficient, and resilient.
- Work with the VP of Finance to embed automation, best practices, and innovative tools across finance operations.
- Business Partnering
- Collaborate with the wider business (including underwriting, Customer Ops and broker distribution teams) to align finance processes with commercial needs
- Proactively resolve finance-related queries from brokers and customers, ensuring a broker/customer-centric approach
- Team Leadership
- Manage, coach, and inspire a small accounting team, driving high performance and professional growth.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO FLOCK
- ESSENTIAL
- Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with at least 3 years PQE.
- Strong track record in insurance, financial services, or a regulated industry.
- Solid technical accounting knowledge and experience leading month-end close and reporting.
- Hands-on experience with accounts receivable and credit control processes.
- Exceptional organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail; a self-starter
- Strong communication skills, able to explain financial concepts clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
- A process mindset: motivated by building simple, scalable, and effective financial processes.
- Energy, ambition, and a desire to deliver change.
- PREFERABLE
- Previous experience in an insurance MGA or insurtech environment.
- Experience leading or supporting finance transformation initiatives.
- Exposure to modern finance tools, automation, or AI applications in finance.
WHAT WE OFFER (in addition to a competitive salary)
- Participation in Flock’s Share Option Scheme
- 25 days of holiday (+ Bank Holidays)
- Workplace Pension
- Private Medical Insurance (including Optical & Mental Health)
- Various Salary Sacrifice Schemes - Workplace Nursery, Holiday Purchase, Tech, Gym, Cycle to Work, Electric Vehicle, Private Medical Insurance for families
- Enhanced Parental Leave and Pay
- £1000 toward relevant professional qualifications
- £500 per annum towards learning and development
- 3 days paid leave for L&D purposes
At Flock, we typically follow a hybrid working model involving a minimum of 3 days per week spent in the office, which is based in Central London, a few minutes walk from Moorgate and Liverpool Street.
ONE LAST THING..
Authenticity is important to us. We value the unique qualities and experiences you bring. So if you apply, just be your genuine self. It\'s who we want!
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