Senior Financial Analyst

3 weeks ago

Des Moines, Iowa, United States Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company Full time
Job Summary

This role is responsible for supporting the expense planning, analysis, and accounting functions for Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company's operations, reporting directly to the Manager of Expense Planning and Analysis.

The primary responsibilities for this position include assisting with the preparation, consolidation, and analysis of the annual departmental expense budget and multiyear operating expense plan, as well as general expense budgeting for specific areas of the business and periodic reforecasts.

This position will play a critical role in supporting process improvements and other project work that results in process efficiencies, improved controls, and more insightful analysis to our business leaders.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support company-wide expense management for the organization, including the preparation of the company's annual expense plan and related monthly re-forecasts.
  • Continued development of the current year annual forecast, departmental expense budget, and multiyear expense planning processes, including implementation of and/or enhancements to software solutions, reporting, and analytics.
  • Assist with Expense Study analysis to establish and monitor deferred acquisition cost, expense allocations by line of business, channel/product, and unit cost assumptions; includes maintaining support for audit inquiries and ongoing support for key stakeholders, including Actuarial and Financial Reporting.
  • Prepare senior executive-level expense analyses with a focus on providing insightful, value-added analysis that informs business decisions and supports achievement of the Company's strategies/goals.
  • Month-end closing process responsibilities include (but are not limited to): establishing review processes and procedures to ensure efficient, timely, and accurate reporting of expenses/headcount/projects, preparing general ledger entries, supporting expense allocations/deferrals, preparing analysis of expense results compared to budget, and development of monthly re-forecasts.
  • Support SOX compliance and adherence to an effective internal control environment as it relates to expense planning and management processes, drive best operating practices through design and continuous improvement in processes and internal controls.
  • Provide recommendations and action plans for improvements in expense efficiencies, including cost-saving opportunities.
  • Support department budget managers with accounting and general ledger inquiries.
  • Perform special projects as assigned, which may include projects beyond the scope of expense management.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
  • 4-6 years related professional experience in financial reporting, expense reporting, and/or analysis required.
  • CPA certification, MBA, or on CPA track preferred.
  • Big-4 Audit Experience highly desirable.
  • Insurance industry, Financial Services, or Asset Management experience highly desirable.
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint required.
  • Strong knowledge of accounting practices and principles.
  • Strong system knowledge, including familiarity with current-era client-server accounting/financial packages (Oracle, Hyperion Planning, Essbase, OneStream, etc.).

Skills and Abilities:

  • Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and efficiently communicate results and recommendations.
  • Strong computer skills with an emphasis on financial analysis tools and Microsoft Office.
  • Complex financial forecasting and analysis skills.
  • Integrity, accountability, and creativity are required in this role.
  • Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills necessary to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
  • Ability to handle multiple complex tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to think ahead and conduct strategic planning.
  • Expertise and experience in improving processes and utilizing technology to improve efficiencies.
  • Self-directed individual who works well with teams.
  • Embraces and demonstrates Company's cultural values - Collaborative, Authentic, Dynamic, and Empowered.

About Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company:

Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company believes in an employee-centric flexible environment, which is why we offer the ability for in-office, hybrid, and remote work arrangements. During the hiring process, you'll work with your leader to decide what works best for your role.

Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact talentacquisition@fglife.com.

About Us:

Since 1959, Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company has offered annuity and life insurance products to those who are seeking security in retirement and protection during life's unexpected events.

As a national Top Workplace, an Iowa Top Workplace, and a proud equal opportunity employer, Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company team members are empowered, collaborative, dynamic, and authentic. We believe that by embracing these values, we will continue to build and strengthen the company while continuing to be a great place to work.

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