Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Our client, a captive insurance company that provides insurance to a leading professional services organization, is actively seeking a highly motivated candidate for a newly created position of Financial Planning and Analysis Manager.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Develop financial budgeting, planning and forecasting models and analysis to support strategic initiatives;
• Work closely with key function teams to conduct quarterly and annual actual-to plan variance analysis;
• Monitor (re)insurance forecasts vs actuals and work with internal/external teams to understand drivers of the results;
• Participate in tax financial analysis projects;
• Assist in the accumulation and development of assumptions used in the budget, forecast and planning processes;
• Provide meaningful analysis of the financial plan and leading indicators to identify opportunities for management to enhance outcomes;
• Hold providers of the budget, plan and forecast deliverables accountable;
• Prepare budget, plan and forecast professional presentation materials;
• Develop and manage the budget, forecast and plan timelines and scheduling;
• Coordinate budget, forecast and plan communication between function teams and other key stakeholders;
• Suggest and implement budget, plan and forecast process improvements;
• Prepare scenario analysis and sensitivities against base forecasts to highlight range of outcomes;
• Assist in the development of management information; and
• Participate in other ad hoc projects as required.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree and professional designation (CPA, CFA, ACA, ACCA) in Accounting or Finance;
• A minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience, with similar professional accounting or finance experience within the insurance/reinsurance industry;
• Proven organizational and analytical skills, ability to work independently and think critically, and a strong sense of attention to detail are essential;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to manage multiple projects at one and know how to prioritize deadlines;
• Technical proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint is essential, including the ability to handle and analyze large volume of data;
• Experience with GL querying tools and ability to adapt to new software;
• Dedicated team player who is flexible and adaptable to change; and
• Ability to work extended hours as required. 

Please forward a detailed resume in confidence to:

PricewaterhouseCoopers Executive Search

Email: bm_execsearch@pwc.com

Tel: 441-295-2000

For further information on this job contact us at bm_execsearch@pwc.com