Finance Business Partner (Hybrid)

As a Finance Business Partner you will play a critical role in connecting Finance with multiple divisions across the enterprise. Youll provide insights analysis and strategic recommendations that shape budgeting forecasting compensation and benefits programs. Acting as both a financial consultant and trusted advisor youll support decision-making at the leadership level while ensuring financial integrity and alignment with corporate strategy. This role is ideal for an experienced finance professionals who thrive at the intersection of strategy analytics and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Business Partnership

• Act as the primary financial liaison for assigned divisions providing clear insights and recommendations to leadership teams.
• Partner with stakeholders to align budgets and forecasts with strategic objectives.
• Translate complex financial concepts into actionable guidance for senior leaders and non-financial partners.

Budgeting Forecasting & Reporting

• Lead annual and quarterly budgeting and forecasting processes for supported divisions.
• Manage recurring financial cycles including results reporting variance analysis and trend identification.
• Deliver timely and accurate P&L analysis highlighting risks opportunities and actionable recommendations.
• Partner with other finance teams (Expense Accounting Financial Reporting Accounting) to ensure consistency and transparency in results.

Financial Analysis & Decision Support

• Provide ad-hoc modeling and scenario analysis to support business initiatives investments and strategic decisions.
• Evaluate business cases staffing models and expense strategies to ensure alignment with financial targets.
• Support enterprise initiatives by integrating division-specific financial perspectives into broader corporate priorities.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Independently engage with business owners to understand priorities and develop financial solutions.
• Lead cross-functional projects applying strategic and critical thinking to move priorities forward.
• Influence and support senior leaders through clear communication financial acumen and collaborative problem-solving.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors degree in finance Accounting Economics or related field.
• Experience: 5 years in finance FP&A or related business partner roles ideally within insurance financial services or other large complex organizations.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in financial modeling budgeting/forecasting tools and Microsoft Excel; experience with financial systems (e.g. SAP (AO SAC PaPM) Workday LegalTracker or similar) a plus.
• Analytical Strength: Proven ability to interpret complex data identify trends and translate analysis into actionable recommendations.
• Business Acumen: Understanding of Law Finance or Risk teams from a financial perspective is highly desirable.
• Leadership & Influence: Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex financial concepts influence stakeholders and present confidently to senior executives.
• Collaboration: Track record of building strong partnerships across departments and leading cross-functional initiatives.

*Internal Securian Financial job title for this position is Financial Planning & Analysis Consultant or Financial Planning & Analysis Sr. Analyst based on background and experience.

Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. This position requires you to live within in a commutable distance (90 minutes) of our Home Office in St. Paul MN. Youll join us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules. #LI-Hybrid

For more information regarding Securians benefits please review our Benefits page.

This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these all cases the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.

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