Financial Analysis Manager (20511)

Description:Are you ready to make a significant impact? Are you up for an exciting challenge? If so, QBE Regional Insurance offers an opportunity for a Financial Analysis Manager who excels at producing results in the role of business partner and knowledge leader. This position is located at our corporate headquarters in Sun Prairie (Madison), WI. We are rapidly expanding and need your expertise to contribute to the success of our professionally skilled Corporate Finance and Tax Department. Your success in this role will depend on your ability to apply sound accounting and financial planning skills while building relationships with key contacts throughout the organization. You will have the ability to use your analytical skills to find new and innovative ways of doing business and improve efficiencies throughout the department. You will have a direct impact on the future state of the financial department and make recommendations to senior management. We value taking ownership of our work, individual initiative and collaborative relationships. Our team-based culture encourages a robust employment experience, career development and performance-based compensation. If you are truly an analytical person, enjoy seeing results of your work, and want to further advance your financial career, we want to talk with you! Please read on for the full job description and to complete your online application.20% Direct the development and maintenance of the financial planning process, including analysis and interpretation of operating results and trends requiring managements attention. 20% Prepare financial and operating reports to make recommendations and provide a basis for senior management planning, operating controls, and performance appraisal.20% Analyze, review and evaluate actual performance to planned results and summarize critical information and recommendations in an actionable form. 10% Assist in monitoring strategic and operating results. Recommend and assist the AVP in the implementation of actions designed to prevent deviations from the strategic plan.10% Consult with the operating units and field personnel on financial analysis and how operational activities can impact results. Act as liaison between QBE Regional Insurance and QBE Americas financial departments.10% Select, develop, motivate, train and retain a competent staff to ensure appropriate staffing resources.5% Assist in developing and maintaining financial data warehouse. Act as data process owner/documenter. 5% Improve processes within the Company to increase the level and quality of service provided to internal and external customers.Qualifications:Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent, and continued education related to the job.* 7 or more years of experience in financial planning and analysis in a Property/Casualty Insurance environment. * Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation. Key Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:*Expert knowledge of Statutory and GAAP Accounting.*Demonstrated proficiency with MicroSoft Office Software with comprehensive knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint. *Comprehensive knowledge of economic accounting principles and practices and the analysis and reporting of financial data.*Proficient analytical, communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.*Demonstrated achievements in financial analysis and results interpretation.*Proficient with PCs and financial modeling tools.Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experienceWe have created a competitive and flexible benefit program to attract and retain the best employees while maintaining our position in the industry as a leading super-regional property and casualty insurance company. Employees are eligible for all services and benefits on the first of the month following their date of hire. Medical and dental 401(k), featuring company match and 100 percent vesting after six months of employment Company-funded pension plan Generous paid time off Incentive programs for all levels of employees Bonus and conferment program Wellness programs Company-funded life insurance (with supplemental options) Flexible spending accounts Short/long-term disability insurance paid by company Employee referral program Employee assistance program Corporate training programs Training and educational assistance programsJob Location: Madison, WIJob Number: 1086Company URL: http://www.qberegional.com/Company Profile:QBE Regional Insurance is a holding company for two regional insurance companies: General Casualty and Unigard. Through these two brands, we provide insurance protection for auto, home and business owners in 33 states. We believe our knowledgeable, customer-focused employees are key to our long-term success and reputation for excellence. QBE Regional encourages personal initiative, professional growth and forward thinking. We reward our team with competitive benefits, incentive/bonus opportunities, a generous time-off package and flexible work environment.QBE Regional Companies (N.A.), Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, citizenship, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or political affiliation. All personal information contained in this application will be kept confidential as required by law.