Finance Systems Solutions Analyst (Forecasting)

As a team member in the Finance department at Nationwide, the opportunities are endless! You can grow and learn in diverse areas across many disciplines such as Advanced Analytics, Investments, Actuarial, Accounting, Risk Management, Critical Business Advisor, Internal Audit, and so much more. Let Nationwide help create your career journey! At Nationwide®, "on your side" goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we're looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

This role does not qualify for employer sponsored work authorization. Nationwide does not participate in the STEM OPT extension program.

It is our intention to fill this role in Columbus, Ohio. The hired associate must reside within 35 miles of the following location :

One Nationwide Plaza, Columbus OH, 43215

Internal Compensation Grade : G3

Key Role Summary

We are looking for a finance professional with strong technical capability - not an IT person, but a finance analyst who speaks both business and technology. In this role you will have the opportunity to make our forecasting systems smarter, faster, and easier for end users across the enterprise.

Qualified candidates will have previous experience in a finance systems analyst capacity - possessing a strong FP&A foundation, and technical fluency in tools like EPBCS, Essbase, SQL, and Power BI.

In addition, this person will need to demonstrate the critical skills of combining business acumen and technology expertise to enhance forecasting, reporting, and automation across Shared Services Finance.

Core Skill Areas :

1. Business and Finance Acumen

• Background in Finance, Accounting, or FP&A - understands how forecasts, budgets, and reports are built and used.
• Can translate what finance leaders need (e.g., variance explanations, forecast changes, driver-based models) into system logic and reporting solutions.
• CPA, CMA, MBA, or corporate finance experience preferred.

2. Technical and Analytical Expertise

3. Solution and Systems Mindset

Required Experience :

Professional history in Finance or FP&A capacity with a gravitation toward systems and process improvement - the "go-to person" for fixing templates, improving models, or automating reports. This person should be :

Job Description Summary

Do you have a big picture point of view as well as a keen eye for details? Our success depends on staying ahead of the curve, making sure our businesses and leaders are on top of financial trends and changes. If you are a highly skilled business professional, who can develop and communicate financial information and forecasts, we want to hear from you!

As an Advisor, you'll provide financial consultation, planning and analysis for a major business operations (state, product, business unit, etc.). This includes coordinating the development of operational forecasts and budgets and reporting on financial income, loss and expense measures. You'll serve as a key member of leadership team.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities :

May perform other responsibilities assigned.

Reporting Relationships : Reports to the Director / Officer. This is an individual contributor role.

Typical Skills and Experiences :

Education : Undergraduate studies in finance, economics, accounting or statistics; advanced degree in financial field is desirable.

License / Certification / Designation : CPA preferred.

Experience : Typically, eight or more years financial experience including financial analysis, planning, forecasting, actuarial or auditing. Insurance industry background desirable. Prefer at least three years project leadership, management or supervisor experience.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills : In-depth knowledge of statistical / financial analysis, financial statement and budget preparation. Knowledge of GAAP and statutory accounting practices and insurance / financial services business requirements. Project management concepts and techniques. Prefer familiarity with specific state, product or business unit operations.

Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence.

Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring manager's leader and HR Business Partner.

Values : Regularly and consistently demonstrates Nationwide Values.

Job Conditions :

Overtime Eligibility : Not Eligible (Exempt)

Working Conditions : Normal working conditions.

ADA : The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.

Benefits

We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including : medical / dental / vision, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off, 401(k) with company match, company-paid pension plan, business casual attire, and more. To learn more about the benefits we offer, click here.

Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law.

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