Sr Consultant, Finance

Nationwide Mutual Insurance•Columbus, OH

About The Position

As a team member in Finance at Nationwide, a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales, the opportunities are endless! Let Nationwide help create your career journey! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care. Owns full P&L oversight for the business unit, leading quarterly forecasting, monthly reporting, and long-term strategic planning to drive profitability and sales growth. Responsible for driving strategic alignment across business and financial leadership. Serves as the financial storyteller for the business unit, translating complex performance drivers into clear, actionable narratives tailored to audiences ranging from associates to senior leadership. Partners with financial and business unit leadership to drive cross-functional strategic initiatives, including technology investments, strategic partnerships, new product development, and corporate actions. This role does not qualify for employer sponsored work authorization. Nationwide does not participate in the STEM OPT extension program. It is our intention to fill this role in Columbus, OH. However, applications from candidates working remotely who bring critical industry skills and relevant experience may be considered. Internal Compensation Grade: H3 #LI-KD1 Job Description Summary Do you have a big picture point of view as well as a keen eye for details? Our success depends on staying ahead of the curve, making sure our businesses and leaders are on top of financial trends and changes. If you are a highly skilled business professional, who can develop and communicate financial information and forecasts, we want to hear from you! As a Senior Consultant, you'll work with financial and business unit leadership on the most complex cross-functions projects, processes, systems and other activities that support strategic financial and corporate initiatives. You'll be as a recognized technical specialist and plan, coordinate and complete financial projects that impact multiple businesses/products or functional Finance areas.

Requirements

Undergraduate studies in finance, accounting, statistics or related subject area. Graduate level studies with advanced degree preferred.
Eight years of related work experience in insurance and/or financial services industry. Project management experience.
Technical expertise in advance financial principles and concepts. Advanced knowledge of accounting, statistics, finance, insurance/financial services industry, company organizational structure, regulatory requirements and financial analysis techniques.
Financial project management practices and methodologies. Broad-based knowledge of multiple financial subject areas. Advanced communication skills for verbal and written contact; presentation skills. Project management concepts and techniques.
Ability to analyze financial and statistical data and make recommendations for pivotal initiatives. Ability to operate a personal computer with various financial and business software applications.

Nice To Haves

Technical industry coursework or certifications, e.g., CPCU, CPA, NASD, etc. desirable.

Responsibilities

Develops plans, coordinates and manages the most complex financial projects.
Manages all aspects of financial projects according to project guidelines, budget, impact and scope, and strategic focus.
Prepares and presents reports to Finance and business leadership.
Makes recommendations for improving the financial results of the supported business unit/product and/or functional Finance area.
Analyzes proposed transactions for acceptability and desirability from a financial point of view.
Leads studies and makes recommendations regarding business unit/company position on specialized financial actions such as investment income, systems, growth support model, corporate financial reporting, cash flow reporting, internal controls and self-assessment, mergers and acquisitions, corporate reinsurance contracts, etc.
Maintains awareness of major developments in the insurance and financial services industries and regulatory agencies.
Provides financial counsel and assistance to other functional areas on special projects or programs as assigned or requested.
May perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

medical/dental/vision
life insurance
short and long term disability coverage
paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date
nine paid holidays
8 hours of Lifetime paid time off
8 hours of Unity Day paid time off
401(k) with company match
company-paid pension plan
business casual attire