Verisk Analytics is a leading strategic data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry. It empowers clients to strengthen operating efficiency, improve underwriting and claims outcomes, combat fraud and make informed decisions about global risks, including climate change, extreme events, political topics and ESG issues. 

Through advanced data analytics, software, scientific research and deep industry knowledge, Verisk helps build global resilience for individuals, communities, and businesses.

With teams across more than 20 countries, Verisk consistently earns certification by Great Place to Work and fosters a diverse culture where all team members feel they belong.

Our commitments to our stakeholders – customers, shareholders, and employees – help guide positive and profitable outcomes that help businesses, people and societies become stronger, more resilient, and sustainable. 

The role

Seeking a qualified Finance professional with a can-do attitude who has prior experience operating as a Finance Business Partner within a FP&A team. 

Financial support for the Motor Businesses within the Claims UK Business Unit, providing robust control of the Business P&Ls from an actuals, planning, and reporting perspective and reporting into the Finance Director Claims UK.

Fixed Term (12 months) 

Required experience:

Ability to analyse complex financial data, identify patterns and extract meaningful insights.

Ability to interpret and explain financial data to a non-financial audience.

Willingness to take ownership and being adaptable to change in a fast-paced global environment.

Ability to think strategically, aligning financial plans to the company’s strategic priorities offering insights and recommendations to help achieve long-term objectives.

Ability to inspire confidence, exhibit a professional presence and to have the ability to lead and influence others.

Highly effective written and verbal communication skills at all levels and ability to establish credibility with senior management.

Ability to build strong working relationships and to collaborate with multiple cross functional teams, within an international environment, in a global matrix structure.

Strong proficiency in Excel and other analytical tools 

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (Business, Finance or related financial discipline preferred)

Recently qualified accountant (0-2 years post qualified) and relevant experience in a commercial Finance Business Partner role 

Working in tandem with the part-qualified Finance Business Partner to provide best in class Financial Management of the Claims UK Motor businessManage the forecasting cycles for Motor including annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and mid-year plan (5-year cycle)Partner with Heads of Business and Sales teams across multiple offices to build robust, accurate forecast models for both revenue and expenses.Reporting monthly P&Ls to the Heads of Business and providing support through robust Financial Management and Business PartneringProvide insightful reporting and commentary during month/quarter end at a local UK level (in GBP) as well as at a global level (in USD).Assist senior management with ad hoc financial analysis such as performance at a product/customer level, FTE analysis and sales pipeline reviews. Monthly payroll and FTE reviews working in tandem with our Corporate Finance and HR teams.