Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinate driver-based financial and business plans across enterprise to enable/drive operating areas to achieve business growth and enhanced profitability
Design and drive disciplined annual, quarterly and monthly integrated planning process across the business units in line with corporate, strategic and operational processes to achieve desired business and financial goals
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Develop Board of Director and executive presentations summarizing financial plan goals and objectives
Direct the team on accurate completion of all reporting, analysis, and manages the day to day activities of the team including the GAAP and statutory accounting, general ledger processes, and reporting for specified financial area
Direct maintenance of various systems and data assets that support the specific financial area(s) of responsibility
Act as an expert consultant providing financial support to business areas regarding conformance to corporate policies and procedures, technical inquiries, planning and forecasting process, and various tax and accounting issues
Review existing accounting, financial reporting and administrative processes and procedures in an effort to streamline activities to increase productivity
Maintain compliance with corporate policies, procedures and controls and external regulatory requirements
Lead business initiatives and projects
Research, recommend, and implement new technical solutions to functional area(s) of responsibility
Present reporting and analysis to senior management. Proactively identify and research unusual trends and make recommendations. Lead detailed analyses and forecasts complex aspects of financial performance
Monitor industry trends and issues in support of business needs and assesses impacts
Seek out and maintain cooperative, productive cross-functional partnerships throughout the global enterprise
Model positive change management, leading individuals and teams through new operating models and methodologies, creating opportunities for discussion and deliberation
Build agility and resilience within teams and broader Finance organization to drive transformation
Provide coaching and mentoring to assist individuals in achieving their full potential. Build bench strength and core competencies for the organization
Seek out opportunities to increase business knowledge and create visibility within the organization
Maintain a comprehensive working knowledge of Unum Group’s finance functions, processes, reporting systems, and requirements
Qualifications
Job Specifications
Bachelor’s degree, required
Six+ years relevant work experience in the finance department of large corporation
Master’s degree or professional certification preferred
Comprehensive knowledge of finance at practical and policy levels and the technical skills required to support it
Proficient in technology necessary to carry out responsibilities
In-depth understanding and application of financial services and/or insurance sector accounting preferred
Strong negotiation and partnership skills, across all levels of management, with ability to influence and challenge decisions and processes
Ability to frame up issues, options, and solutions using financial data for business decision-making
Experience navigating change in a positive manner with both individuals and teams
Experience working with all corporate levels including senior management and external contacts
Proven ability to work in fast-paced, detailed, and deadline-oriented environment by balancing multiple priorities and resources simultaneously
Excellent conflict resolution and facilitation skills
Operates with strong conceptual thinking rather than strictly in a 'rules' framework
Meets the standards for this position, as defined in the Talent Management framework
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