Senior Financial Analyst-USA-EX
On-siteChicago, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Direct and develop financial analysis, insights, planning, and forecasting for several business units within the Casualty business unit. Utilize Power BI and other tools to develop a balance scorecard of KPIs for measuring and improving BU performance. Ensure the integrity of accounting records and financial management reports while managing Internal Control Framework activities. Prepare and manage business and performance reviews from the Finance perspective, providing recommended actions to address plan gaps. Assist in developing annual financial plans, including reserve analyses, direct expense budgets, and SSU service level allocations. Work with management and executives on a daily basis to influence decision-making and shape the financial direction of the business.
Required Qualifications
- Excellent finance and accounting skills with a command of insurance financial statements (i.e., income, balance sheet and cash flow) and financial and risk-adjusted return metrics
- Strong understanding of U.S. Statutory Financial Accounting, U.S. GAAP, reporting standards
- Commercial Insurance experience
- Strong relationship building skills at all levels with demonstrated ability to influence and engage stakeholders
- Knowledge of business models, objectives, financial metrics, etc. used in decision-making; ability to build sound business cases to support innovative initiatives
- Solid understanding of insurance business models and the company's market and business environment and how it impacts business decisions
- Ability to identify improvement needs and drive improvements
- Insurance industry experience
- Detail oriented, strong prioritization and organizational skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Advanced degree in finance, economics or equivalent CPA, a plus
Desired Qualifications
- Preference for strong understanding of U.S. Statutory Financial Accounting, U.S. GAAP, reporting standards
- Commercial Insurance experience
- Strong relationship building skills at all levels with demonstrated ability to influence and engage stakeholders
- Knowledge of business models, objectives, financial metrics, etc. used in decision-making; ability to build sound business cases to support innovative initiatives
- Solid understanding of insurance business models and the company's market and business environment and how it impacts business decisions
- Ability to identify improvement needs and drive improvements
- Insurance industry experience
- Detail oriented, strong prioritization and organizational skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Advanced degree in finance, economics or equivalent CPA, a plus
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