Gareth Kerr
About Gareth Kerr
Gareth Kerr serves as the FP&A Lead International Insurance at AXIS Capital in London, where he has worked since 2020. He has over 7 years of experience in financial and regulatory reporting across the reinsurance, insurance, and investment banking sectors.
Work at AXIS Capital
Gareth Kerr currently serves as the FP&A Lead International Insurance at AXIS Capital, a position he has held since 2020. Based in London, United Kingdom, he provides financial planning and analysis support to the International CFO, CEO, and underwriters. His role involves delivering insights that aid in strategic decision-making and financial management within the organization.
Previous Experience in Financial Roles
Before joining AXIS Capital, Gareth Kerr held several significant positions in the finance sector. He worked as an Audit Senior at Arthur Morris & Company Limited in Bermuda from 2010 to 2011. He then transitioned to Validus Group, where he served as SEC Reporting Assistant Manager from 2011 to 2014. Following that, he was a Senior Manager at Morgan Stanley in New York from 2014 to 2017, and also held a Senior Manager position in Glasgow during the same period. Additionally, he worked as Vice President in Glasgow from 2018 to 2019.
Education and Expertise
Gareth Kerr has a robust educational background in finance and accounting. He studied Accountancy and Business Law at the University of Strathclyde, earning a 2:1 BA (Hons) from 2001 to 2005. He is a Chartered Accountant, having completed his studies at ICAS from 2006 to 2009. Furthermore, he has achieved several professional designations, including Associate in Reinsurance (ARe), Associate in Insurance Accounting & Finance (AIAF), Associate in Insurance Services (AIS), and Associate in Risk Management (ARM).
Audit Experience
Gareth Kerr has over five years of audit experience, primarily in the UK and Bermuda. He began his career as an Audit Senior at PKF Chartered Accountants & Business Advisers (Gold Coast) from 2006 to 2009. His audit experience has provided him with a strong foundation in financial reporting and compliance, which he has applied throughout his career in various financial roles.
Professional Skills and Contributions
With over seven years of experience leading financial and regulatory reporting teams, Gareth Kerr has developed expertise in both the reinsurance/insurance and investment banking sectors. He has a proven track record of delivering external and internal reporting and has played a key role in supporting financial operations in Bermuda and the UK. His analytical skills and financial acumen contribute significantly to the strategic objectives of AXIS Capital.