Financial Process Engineer

Sirius International Insurance Group, Ltd.•New York, NY

31d•$175,000 - $200,000

About The Position

As Finance Process Engineer, you will play a crucial role in identifying, documenting, and analysing current state processes. Additionally, you will be recommending, designing and implementing efficient end-to end processes to enhance our Finance operational effectiveness. You will collaborate with various Finance departments to identify prioritized areas for improvement and develop holistic process solutions that align with our strategic goals and efficiency objectives. The ideal candidate will have exceptional collaboration and communication skills, strong technical proficiencies in Finance, and solid project management skills. You will report to the Head of Finance Transformation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field:
Accounting designation preferred
CPCU, ARE or other insurance/reinsurance designations would be an asset
Six Sigma, Lean Six Sigma, DMAIC, BPM frameworks, or familiarity with APQC process classification framework an asset
Proven experience in Process Engineering or a similar role within the insurance or reinsurance sector
Expertise in process modelling and working with process modelling tools
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and efficiency
Experience with Insurance finance operations
Proven understanding and experience with US GAAP
Proficiency in various financial software and tools
Experience working with IT developers and data teams
Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal and organizational skills, plus the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management
Strong analytical ability, problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Commitment to meeting deadlines and ability to work additional hours, weekends, and public holidays, as required

Nice To Haves

Any experience with Guidewire Billing Center, Workiva, SICS, Power BI, and Workday would be an advantage
Experience liaising with external auditors and other accounting and (re)insurance professionals

Responsibilities

Analyse current-state financial processes across the Finance function, with an initial focus on the Technical Accounting environment and identify areas for improvement
Design, document and implement optimized financial workflows, processes and controls and develop the associated project plan to achieve future state outcomes
Collaborate with Finance, Underwriting, Claims, IT, and other departments within the value chain to ensure seamless adoption and integration of new processes
Develop and maintain this documentation for financial processes and procedures, including narratives and process maps
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of these implemented processes and make necessary adjustments
Provide training and support to staff on these new financial processes
Consult with internal and external audit as it relates to walkthroughs and controls
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in financial process engineering, particularly within the insurance and reinsurance sectors

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
FSA Medical and Dependent care
Health Savings Account (HSA)
EAP
Basic Life and AD&D (company paid)
Basic Long-Term Disability (employer) paid-Taxable income
Employee paid Long Term Disability(voluntary)
Company Medical Leave, Parental leave- 8 weeks full pay after 6 months of service
Voluntary benefits: short term disability, Critical illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident
Travel assistance programs Company paid
401(k) 6 % safe harbor match, fully vested after two years, pre- and post-tax contributions allowed
Gym reimbursement
Legal plan
Pet Insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Generous PTO
Flexible work arrangement
Fully stacked pantry on-site
Team outings
ERG Groups