Sr. Financial Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

Posted 23 Days Ago
Lansing, MI, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Financial Services
The Role
The Sr. Financial Analyst supports quarterly forecasts and annual planning, analyzing financial results, developing reporting capabilities, and enhancing analysis efficiency for decision-making.
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Job PurposeThe Sr. Financial Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis, is responsible for supporting Jackson's quarterly forecast and annual planning process. In support of the quarterly forecast and annual planning process, this role works closely with the Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis and other members of the FP&A team to support the quarterly forecast and planning process. This role supports the development of value-added and insightful analytics on the company to support senior management decision making. The Sr. Financial Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis, plays an important role in enhancing the forecast process, including the development of additional reporting and analysis capabilities to aid in the review and challenge of projections.Essential Responsibilities
  • Prepares, reviews, analyzes forecast and plan reports and supporting schedules, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Analyzes Statutory and GAAP results, including variance analysis versus plan, forecast, and actuals.
  • Identifies key performance drivers to support informed decision making.
  • Supports the forecast and plan process, including documentation and adherence to established controls and procedures, and develops first-line controls.
  • Performs quarterly rollover of forecast models, reports, and presentations.
  • Prepares forecast and plan results materials for senior management review.
  • Proactively identifies opportunities to improve analysis, reporting, and forecasting efficiency.
  • Partners with other departments to enhance financial analysis, improve forecast accuracy, and deepen understanding of business drivers.
  • Performs ad hoc research and analysis.
Other Duties
  • Supports various special projects as required.
  • Performs other duties and/or projects as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Working knowledge of GAAP and statutory accounting principles and procedures.
  • Experience with financial statement analysis and an understanding of corporate finance concepts and processes.
  • Ability to identify, assess, and constructively question business assumptions and projections through financial analysis.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Anaplan experience, understanding of database constructs and design, experience building models in Excel, and Power BI knowledge are beneficial to the role.
  • Ability to partner effectively across departments, supporting decision-making through strong financial analysis and business understanding.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present and influence where appropriate.
  • Ability to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders from various backgrounds.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively manage multiple concurrent projects.
  • Ability to leverage technology and create digital tools to support Finance.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related field required.
  • 3-5 years in financial planning & analysis or equivalent experience required.
  • Experience in financial reporting required.
  • Insurance/financial services industry experience preferred.

Jackson is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. The Company subscribes to and endorses federal and state laws and regulations relating to equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, legally-recognized disability, marital status, legally-protected medical condition, citizenship, ancestry, height, weight, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other factor not related to the needs of the job. The Company is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. Company facilities and campuses are tobacco-free environments.

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Anaplan
Excel
Microsoft Office Suite
Microsoft Powerpoint
Power BI
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The Company
HQ: Lansing, MI
3,409 Employees

What We Do

Jackson® is committed to helping clarify the complexity of retirement planning. Our range of annuity products, financial know-how, history of award-winning service*, and streamlined experiences strive to reduce the confusion that complicates retirement plans. We dedicate our time, money, and resources to strengthening financial literacy, striving to make sure every American has access to the resources they need to master their money and their future. We believe by providing clarity for all today, we can help drive better outcomes for tomorrow. Interested in becoming one of our associates? We develop and celebrate talent in many areas, from sales and marketing to consulting and compliance. We know that diversity and inclusion make us all stronger together. Learn more about our products at jackson.com Contact Us Jackson.com 517/381-5500 – General Information 800/644-4565 – Contract Owners 877/565-2968 – Values and Contract Information * SQM (Service Quality Measurement Group) Contact Center Awards Program for 2004 and 2006-2021. (To achieve world-class certification, 80% or more of call-center customers surveyed must have rated their experience as very satisfied, the highest rating possible.) Jackson® is the marketing name for Jackson National Life Insurance Company® (Home Office: Lansing Michigan) and Jackson National Life Insurance Company of New York® (Home Office: Purchase New York). Jackson National Life Distributors LLC. SMPR1292 03/23

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