Robert Huggins Fcca, MSc, Acis
About Robert Huggins Fcca, MSc, Acis
Robert Huggins is a Financial Controller at QBE Insurance (Europe) Limited, where he has worked since 2000. He has significant experience in finance operations, including offshore transitions and system implementations.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Robert Huggins has been employed at QBE Insurance (Europe) Limited since 2000, serving as the Financial Controller. His role encompasses overseeing various financial operations and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. He has played a significant part in the transition of finance operations offshore, dedicating two months in the Philippines to manage this process. Huggins has also streamlined systems and processes to enhance the efficiency of producing profit and loss results and balance sheets.
Education and Expertise
Robert Huggins holds a Master of Science degree and is a member of the ACCA, having achieved the Chartered Association of Certified Accountants designation in 1991. His education includes six years of study at Fatima College from 1974 to 1980, where he focused on Finance and Accountancy. His expertise includes financial reporting, system documentation related to Solvency II, and the management of accounting functions within the organization.
Background
Robert Huggins has a robust background in finance and accounting, with over two decades of experience at QBE Insurance (Europe) Limited. He has managed the conversion of subsidiaries into branches and ledgers from USD to GBP. His extensive experience includes overseeing the full production of Lloyds Syndicate quarterly results for a short term and leading the implementation of new general ledger systems and a cumulative database for insurance reporting.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Robert Huggins has made significant contributions to QBE Insurance, particularly in managing the offshore transition of finance operations. He functioned as a Subject Matter Expert during this transition, providing training and expertise to ensure a smooth process. His efforts in streamlining financial systems have resulted in increased efficiencies in financial reporting and operations.