FP&A Senior Analyst - 12 Month FTC

Job Title FP&A Senior Analyst - 12 month FTC Job Description We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented FP&A Senior Analyst to join our Insurtech business. As the FP&A senior Analyst, you will be responsible to produce all financial planning and analysis deliverables, providing valuable insights and recommendations to drive the company's financial performance and strategic decision-making. This role requires a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Who are the team? UnderwriteMe Finance is a global team operating in UK, Asia, Australia and the U.S. The Finance team is divided is 3 main aeras: Operational Finance, Finance Reporting and FP&A. Team outputs/ objectives The FP&A team is responsible for all financial analysis, MI design and production, strategic planning and forecasting. The FP&A team also support the company strategic objectives in relation to acquisitions, pricing, modelling and Tax strategy. What You Will Be Doing Financial Planning: Develop and maintain the company's financial planning process, including annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning. Collaborate with department heads to gather financial data and assumptions for budgeting and forecasting purposes. Analyze financial results, identify trends, and provide recommendations to improve financial performance and operational efficiency. Monitor and report on key financial metrics to senior management, highlighting areas of concern or opportunities for improvement. Financial Analysis Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis, profitability analysis, and scenario modelling, to support strategic decision-making. Evaluate the financial impact of business initiatives, new product launches, and pricing changes. Identify risks and opportunities in the financial forecast and provide recommendations to mitigate risks or optimize opportunities. Develop financial models and dashboards to track and communicate key financial metrics and KPIs. Financial Reporting Prepare timely and accurate financial reports, including monthly/quarterly management reports, board presentations, and staff updates. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal controls. Support external audit activities and provide necessary financial information and documentation. Team Collaboration Work closing with the PP and DP Lines of businesses management teams as required. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, promoting efficiency and effectiveness within the FP&A function. Collaborate with other finance and accounting teams to ensure seamless integration and alignment of financial processes. What Type Of Person Fits The Role • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field. Qualified via CIMA, ACCA or similar. • Experience supporting a finance system implementation or transformation (e.g. moving from Excel models to a planning tool) is an advantage. • Proven experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in the Insurtech/Technology industry. • Experience in pricing models. • Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex financial data. • Proficient in financial modelling and forecasting techniques. • Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards. • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software (e.g. ERP systems, BI tools), having implemented a new tool would be a plus. • Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders. • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities. About UnderwriteMe UnderwriteMe is an Insurtech software business and subsidiary of Pacific Life Re (PL Re), a global life and pensions reinsurance firm. We have a vision to help everyone purchase protection insurance by using data and disruptive technology to transform our partners and markets in order to make their underwriting processes as quick and efficient as possible. Our Core Products Are • Decision Platform - a B2B enterprise platform that provides a best-in-market Underwriting Rules Engine used by over 30 insurers to power their underwriting decisions. The product is sold across UK & Ireland, Asia-Pacific and North America. The platform combines our engine with technology to source and process third-party information supporting underwriting decisions for insurers. We are already working on capabilities, powered by AI, to make these decisions even more efficient. • Protection Platform - a B2B2C marketplace used by over 15,000 advisors to power quoting and purchase of protection products in the UK. We currently deliver 16% of the UK markets protection policies and we are already working to increase our reach. Working for UnderwriteMe Joining UnderwriteMe means being part of a technology company that is committed to bringing a fresh and dynamic approach to insurance. You’d be working with a team of highly technical experts made up of people with backgrounds in software, fintech, and insurance. Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes. Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and wellbeing initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events, and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only For Permanent And Fixed Term Employees) Leave • 25 days of annual leave with option to buy/sell more days • Adoption and fertility leave • Generous enhanced parental leave Healthcare • Comprehensive private insurance coverage for employee and dependents • Group Life Insurance coverage of 9x basic annual salary and Group Income Protection up to 75% of basic annual salary • Optical benefits Savings & Retirement • 15% combined employee/employer contributions Wellness • Subsidized gym membership • Access to Employee Assistance Program • Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme • Time off for volunteering • Charitable matching of employee donations You Can Be Who You Are We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential. As part of our commitment to accessibility for all, UnderwriteMe will, upon the request of the applicant, provide accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs, and we will consult with you to ensure suitable accommodation is provided. UnderwriteMe Values Please click here to view our company values