Job Description - Finance Business Partner, Risk Consulting (12002598D20241024)
Finance Business Partner, Risk Consulting London, UK
The Finance Business Partner will support GCUO Risk Consulting. Responsible for the delivery of the monthly and quarterly financial results analysis and performance metrics related to the management and profitability of the portfolio (Risk Consulting's expenses, headcount and revenue); this includes working closely with Management leaders, to monitor, manage, explain and report the profitability of the portfolio. You will undertake full P&L analysis of profitability, wider performance metrics, management analytics, planning, budgeting, financial forecasting, variance analysis against budget and prior year(s).
What will your essential responsibilities include? Review the business through an analytical and strategic lens; identify potential opportunities and make recommendations to help Management drive and improve performance as needed.Planning, Budgeting, Financial Forecasting.Variance analysis against budget and prior year(s).Drive the increased analytical culture and mindset within the business.Proactive communication with business leadership is expected in order to create a sense of partnership and teamwork.Provide forward-looking thinking and identify opportunities to challenge the business where needed to drive and improve performance.Help business leaders understand their businesses from an integrated financial perspective, provide insight into potential improvements, and give candid perspective on opportunities for improvement and the feasibility of various initiatives.Support business leaders in decision making, and challenge where necessary. The role should be a partner rather than just a scorekeeper.Coordinate/provide commentary on the quarterly variances/drivers of results and review with Business leaders.Coordinate with GCUO Finance and Finance Operations to ensure financial results and performance metrics are clearly understood and communicated to the Business leaders and GCUO Finance.Through this regular analysis, ensure the accuracy and integrity of the Risk Consulting results.Actively monitor expense drivers and work with the business to ensure the most efficient cost and headcount structure.Coordinate the forecast, annual and multi-year planning process with Business leaders.Help in the design and development of key performance metrics throughout the Risk Consulting organization and be able to identify trends, anticipate issues, and brainstorm solutions.Identify and/or evaluate various growth/new business opportunities relating to the expansion of the Business.You will report into the Head of Risk Consulting.
We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: A highly accomplished finance professional with proven track record to drive performance.Qualified or part-qualified accountant is preferable.Experience of the insurance sector with good understanding of finance and technical insurance accounting & reporting.Track record of identifying and analyzing problems, identifying & evaluating options, deploying sound decision-making skills.Demonstrates excellent written and oral communication skills, exercising appropriate discretion in dealing with people from all levels of the company.Excellent attention to detail and a meticulous eye for identifying inconsistencies or inaccuracies in data entry or data outputs.Able to organize oneself, including effective scheduling, prioritization and time management skills and completing tasks to tight deadlines.AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business - property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.
With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.
AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success.
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Location: GB-GB-London
Work Locations: GB London 20 Gracechurch Street London EC3V 0BG
Job Field: Finance
Schedule: Full-time
Job Type: Standard
AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any colleague or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status or any other category protected by local law.
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