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WHO WE ARE
We are PEAK6 a leading investment firm using technology to find a better way of doing things. The companys first techbased solution was developed in 1997 to optimize options trading and over the past two decades the same formula has been used across a range of industries asset classes and business stages to consistently deliver superior results. Today PEAK6 seeks transformational opportunities to provide capital and strategic support to entrepreneurs and forwardthinking businesses. PEAK6s core brands include PEAK6 Capital Management PEAK6 Strategic Capital Apex Fintech Solutions FOCUS We Insure Evil Geniuses Poker Power Zogo and Bruce Markets.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
Position Objective
We are seeking a Financial Analyst at FOCUS who will be integral to efforts to use data to improve decision making increase efficiency and drive profitability in a vision driven and growing organization. Ideal candidates will demonstrate the ability to manage multiple projects and responsibilities maximize process efficiency drive automation and improve speed to delivery. Working in the Finance team at FOCUS means that youll always be presented with a variety of new possibilities as you continue to enhance your skills within the Insurance space. This position reports to the Manager FP&A and is a hybrid role at our office in Chicago.
What Youll Do
Financial Reporting: Develop tools to provide critical financial analysis to FOCUS and PEAK6 leadership and key stakeholders to improve decisionmaking and key performance metrics. Interpret complex financial information and provide updates forecasts and information as needed including identifying trends and variance analysis.
Financial Strategy and Planning. Assist in the development budgeting forecasting operating plans and longterm strategic forecasts. Support initiatives of FP&A Manager Director of Finance and senior management. Act as a liaison between finance and other departments to ensure alignment of financial goals.
Data Analysis: Conduct data analysis and scenario modeling to understand the cost structure and profitability of various insurance product lines. Recommend strategies for cost reduction efficiency improvements and revenue opportunities. Manipulate large data sets to analyze historical performance track industry trends determine results and reveal trends.
Risk Assessment: Perform risk analysis related to financial performance underwriting practices and market conditions. Support sales teams in assessing the financial implications of claims commission reserves and contracts. Assess existing cost levers and drivers and evaluate new business and revenue opportunities.
Business Partnership: Collaborate closely with FOCUS FP&A accounting and financial operations teams to continuously improve workflow. Have a Hands on mentality with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with FOCUS internal departments and PEAK6 Finance on their adhoc analysis. Contribute to the enhancement of internal cost allocation methodologies.
Financial Systems and Automation: Proactively identify opportunities to implement efficiencies and implement internal controls. Play a key role in the development of crossbusiness standardization and implementation of financial and accounting automation platforms across Focus and Peak6
Essential:
Bachelors degree in Finance Data Analytics Accounting or a related field
13 years of relevant experience in Finance FP&A or data analytics
Strong knowledge of financial modeling techniques and valuation methods
Prior industry experience in Insurance strongly preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis software; experience with ERP systems is a plus (Netsuite Adaptive Insights)
Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively.
Strong grasp of income statement balance sheet and cash flow statements along with the ability to analyze financial results and assess impact of business decisions.
Strong written verbal communication and presentation skills must be able to convey information to all levels of the organization in a clear focused and concise manner
Nice to have
A techforward approach to managing daytoday tasks we love to automate and make things more efficient and so should you!
Proficient with generating visual graphs and creating impactful slide presentations
The desire to partner and collaborate with various teams across the organization.
Ability to provide valueadded analytical management reporting including adhoc requests to help the organization
Wants to be part of a team that wins
All of our team members have these traits. You should too.
OUR REWARDS
We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits including healthcare benefits (medical dental and vision EAP) competitive PTO 401k match parental leave and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. As a hybrid workforce we offer our employees the ability to work remotely up to two days a week.
PEAK6 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation and gender identity) national origin age disability veteran status marital status or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.
PEAK6 is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact our HR department at We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
