Be Here. Be Great. Working for a leader in the insurance industry means opportunity for you. Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a "small company" culture where your ideas will be heard with "big company" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow.
At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.
The Financial Division oversees all accounting and financial reporting for American Financial Group and Great American Insurance Group.
The Financial Division is hiring a Senior Financial Analyst/Specialist! Great American’s culture is built on connection, shared learning, and strong relationships. To support this, employees in this role are expected to be on‑site four days a week, with the flexibility to work one day remotely. Core in‑office days are Tuesday–Thursday, with the fourth day determined by business needs.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
Conducts in-depth financial analysis to support strategic initiatives and business decisions.
Develops and maintains complex financial models to forecast future financial performance and assess potential risks and opportunities.
Leads the development of long-term financial plans and annual budgets, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
Regularly updates forecasts to reflect changes in business conditions and market trends and reconciles internal accounts.
Tracks and analyzes key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics to evaluate the company's financial health.
Prepares and presents detailed financial reports and dashboards to senior management and stakeholders providing actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
Identifies and assesses financial risks, developing strategies to mitigate potential impacts on the company's financial stability.
Ensures compliance with industry regulations and internal controls.
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and support for operational and strategic initiatives.
Communicates complex financial information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences, including non-financial stakeholders.
Drives continuous process improvements and implements best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy and value creation.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
Experience: Generally, 6 or more years of experience in Financial Analysis or Accounting. Previous experience in the insurance industry preferred. Completion of or continuing progress toward a professional designation preferred, such as Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Scope of Job/Qualifications: Strong proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and forecasting techniques. Advanced proficiency in financial software and tools (e.g., Excel, financial planning software). Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence tools (CoPilot preferred). Excellent analytical skills with the ability to use data to analyze situations, identify problems, and develop effective solutions. Strong communication and presentation skills. Adapts to evolving business conditions and strategic priorities. Provides technical advice and support to lower-level positions, management, and other departments.
Business Unit:
Property & Casualty FinanceBenefits:
We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.
Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at http://www.gaig.com/careers.
*Excludes seasonal employees and interns.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
- 6 or more years of experience in Financial Analysis or Accounting
- Experience in the insurance industry preferred
- Completion of or progress toward CFA or CPA designation
Great American Insurance Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Great American Insurance Group and has not been reviewed or approved by Great American Insurance Group.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, paid holidays, and paid parental leave are positioned as generous from the first year. These time‑off provisions are seen as core strengths of the total package.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options supported by HSA and FSA programs. Wellness resources such as EAP access, fitness facilities or reimbursements, and instructor‑led classes broaden the offering.
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Retirement Support — Immediate 401(k) eligibility with a competitive company match and potential discretionary retirement contributions support long‑term savings. An employee stock purchase option and various discounts further reinforce financial benefits.
Great American Insurance Group Insights
What We Do
Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, the operations of Great American Insurance Group are engaged primarily in property and casualty insurance, focusing on specialty commercial products for businesses. We have more than 30 specialty property and casualty insurance businesses, and in 2021, approximately 50% of our gross written premium in our property and casualty operations was generated by business units with a Top 10 market ranking. Great American Insurance Company has received an "A" (Excellent) or higher rating from the AM Best Company for more than 110 years (most recent rating evaluation of "A+" (Superior) affirmed December 3, 2021). The members of Great American Insurance Group are subsidiaries of American Financial Group, Inc. (AFG), also based in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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