Financial Planning Analyst at Assurant

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Insurance, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in FP&A and/or Accounting in Finance Division
  • Understanding of US GAAP
  • Experience working in multinational fast-paced environment
  • Business level ability to speak, read and write English and Japanese
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to position messages effectively with CFO and business stakeholders across Assurant Japan
  • Able to articulate complex financial information, trends, and reports and communicate in simple terms that inform strategy and business decisions
  • Experience in managing forecasts and budgets
  • Proficiency with Business Intelligence and analytics tools
  • Experienced in managing large amounts of financial data from multiple sources and systems, bringing together in useful insights and dashboards
  • Ability to manage and analyze financial data, prepare financial reports, using an advanced level of Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, EPA, etc
  • Ability to communicate and adapt to cultural norms of the local team
  • Exceptional honesty, integrity, and alignment to the Assurant values and ways of working
  • Preferred: Working experiences in the Insurance Industry

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the driving of material enhancement in the efficiency and quality of insights in financial / operational forecasting for the Assurant Japan business
  • Assist in the development of forecasting models and reporting tools using an advanced level of Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, EPA or other similar tools
  • Assist in the development of analytical reporting that supports the business to make informed and timely decisions
  • Evaluate and implement best in class forecasting and reporting tools and techniques – visualization, analytics, natural language queries
  • Assist with the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting, to facilitate local monthly reporting and analysis into the Assurant International report
  • Rolling FY reporting, provision of actionable insights highlighting trends, opportunities, potential and coming headwinds, and potential courses of action to CFO and Country Business Heads
  • Assist in the development of financial reporting dashboards, analysis, and presentation of insights and alternative strategies to support business decisioning
  • Segment analysis on Assurant clients and customers, variance causation, priorities, and proposal of actions to remedy
  • Assisting with preparation of monthly management reporting for Functional heads, expense analysis, overruns, and recommendation of appropriate controls to mitigate
  • Assist in the preparation of financial plans and targets and supporting the development of localized planning and strategies to achieve budget
  • Work closely with Finance leads to support delivery of Assurant corporate actions such as capital injections and variance analysis

Skills

Excel
PowerPoint
Power BI
Financial Forecasting
Budgeting
Financial Modeling
Data Visualization
Analytics
Variance Analysis
Financial Reporting
Dashboards
Segment Analysis

Assurant

Provides risk management and insurance solutions

About Assurant

Assurant provides risk management solutions that focus on protecting major consumer purchases, particularly in mobile devices, electronics, and smart technology. The company offers insurance products and extended service contracts that help consumers safeguard their investments in high-value items. When a product is damaged or malfunctions, Assurant also provides repair services to restore it efficiently. This approach helps clients minimize financial losses from unexpected events. Assurant generates revenue through the sale of insurance policies, service contracts, and repair services. Unlike many competitors, Assurant emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion within its corporate culture, which enhances its ability to serve a diverse customer base. The company's goal is to support consumers and businesses in maintaining their day-to-day operations while protecting their investments.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1892Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Hybrid Work Options
Professional Development Budget

Risks

Integration challenges from acquiring iSmash may affect operational efficiency.
Regulatory scrutiny from acquiring American Lease Insurance could pose compliance challenges.
Cultural clashes from acquiring American Financial & Automotive Services may impact operations.

Differentiation

Assurant specializes in risk management for mobile devices and electronics globally.
The company offers insurance, service contracts, and repair services for high-value items.
Assurant's DEI commitment fosters innovation and enhances customer understanding.

Upsides

Increased demand for mobile device insurance due to remote work trends.
5G expansion drives demand for new devices and related insurance products.
Acquisition of iSmash enhances Assurant's tech repair service capabilities.

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