AVP, FPA Expenses

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.•Jersey City, NJ

About The Position

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Manager to support FP&A activities related to expense analysis, planning, and reporting. This is a high-impact role requiring strong ownership, technical capability, and a hands-on approach to financial analysis. The role will partner closely with business stakeholders and finance teams to support expense management, budgeting, and allocations, while driving process improvements and automation across FP&A. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset, with the ability to leverage data, systems, and emerging tools – including AI – to improve efficiency and insight generation.

Requirements

Solid understanding of financial concepts and expense management as well as strong familiarity with insurance industry concepts
Experience in FP&A, expense reporting, or financial analysis within a corporate environment
Strong analytical mindset with exceptional attention to detail
Advanced Excel skills; proficiency with Power Query and/or Power BI preferred
Experience working with financial systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Hyperion/FCCS) or similar enterprise tools
Experience working with large datasets and supporting data-driven reporting processes
Demonstrated experience improving processes, automating workflows, or enhancing reporting efficiency
Exposure to data analytics tools or AI-driven solutions in a finance context preferred
Strong communication skills with ability to effectively partner with non-finance stakeholders
Experience in expense reporting, cost allocations, or budgeting processes is a strong plus
Experience in Big 4 or similar environment is a plus
Extreme attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Ability to operate independently and take full ownership of deliverables
Ability to “roll up sleeves” and work in the details while maintaining a high-level perspective
Strong business partnering skills and ability to communicate financial concepts clearly
Quick learner with strong intellectual curiosity and adaptability
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Continuous improvement mindset with focus on automation, efficiency, and innovation
Comfortable working with large datasets and evolving processes

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Power Query and/or Power BI
Exposure to data analytics tools or AI-driven solutions in a finance context
Experience in expense reporting, cost allocations, or budgeting processes
Experience in Big 4 or similar environment

Responsibilities

Analyze expenses across business units, including variance analysis (actual vs. budget, prior periods, and key drivers)
Support budgeting and forecasting processes for expenses, including development of allocation methodologies and cost drivers
Contribute to the design and implementation of expense planning processes within Oracle or similar systems
Develop, maintain, and enhance datasets, reports, and dashboards using Excel, Power Query, and Power BI
Work with large, structured datasets, ensuring data accuracy and consistency across reporting and planning outputs
Identify opportunities to improve expense reporting processes and drive automation of recurring workflows
Identify and support practical applications of automation and AI to enhance financial analysis, reporting, and efficiency
Partner with business and functional teams to support understanding of expense drivers and financial results
Prepare clear, structured analyses and presentations for finance and business stakeholders
Ensure strong documentation, controls, and reconciliation of expense data and reporting outputs
Support ad hoc analysis and special projects as needed