Business Unit Financial Analyst - SMG

GreatAmerica Financial Services•Cedar Rapids, IA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

GreatAmerica Financial Services is seeking a Business Unit Financial Analyst to join their Finance team. This role will lead, evaluate, and support the financial implications of a business unit’s strategy, operations, financial outcomes, and performance targets. The position aims to provide data-driven insights and support for enhanced decision-making to drive success for customers, the business unit, and GreatAmerica Financial Services. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial acumen, analytical skills, and a solution-driven mindset.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Analytics or related field.
Finance professional with 1-3 years finance and accounting experience.
Exceptional analytical, data management and problem-solving skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and possess outstanding computer skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Organized, creative, team-player with initiative who responds well to challenges and demonstrates sound business judgment.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

CPA is a plus.
Tableau or PowerBI a plus.

Responsibilities

Partner with Business Unit Leaders in development of the business unit’s operating and financial strategies.
Assist in development of the business unit’s financial models to forecast operating results, including income statement, balance sheet and cash flow statements. Models would include annual budget and longer term (i.e. 5 year) financial plan.
Continuously analyze the performance of the business unit against financial plans, identifying areas of opportunity, areas with positive and negative trends, and areas of concern. Once identified, work with business unit leadership team to develop and implement plans to outperform financial plans.
Work with business unit stakeholders, utilizing data and analysis, to quantify financial and operational impacts in support of strategic decision making.
Make recommendations to leadership team regarding revenue growth or cost saving opportunities that align to longer term financial plans.
Assist in monthly reporting within the business unit and to the leadership team.
Partner with business unit and the data analytics team on the design and creation of interactive reports and dashboards to inform and drive action by business units.
Strategize and champion implementation of program pricing, with a focus on profitability and customer success.
Contribute to other key areas of the business unit which have significant financial implications such as pricing, compensation plans, staffing levels, etc.
Proactively promote and participate in process improvement initiatives within the business unit.
Promote a data driven culture throughout GreatAmerica via active participation in a data champion community utilized for knowledge and best practice sharing.
Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Monthly Bonuses for Eligible Employees
401(k) and Company Match
Annual Profit Sharing
Paid Vacation - starting at 80 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Paid Sick Days - Ten (10) per year with a conversion option for unused time.
Ten (10) Paid Holidays per year
Gym Reimbursement
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Company Paid Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance
Networking Opportunities
Leadership Development Opportunities
Paid Parking
Service Awards
Hybrid work arrangements
Business casual environment