Supervisor, Business Analysis - State National

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Job Location: Hybrid work arrangement based in Bedford, TX

This position is responsible for participation, as assigned, in the accurate processing, collections, and reporting of State National's Program Services client business. It is part of the Program Services Analysis and Reporting team within Markel’s State National Program Services. State National Program Services administers all State National Program Services insurance (and reinsurance), and safeguards the company’s assets through timely billing, collection, and analysis.

This position reports to the Associate Director or Manager, Program Analysis and Reporting.

• Manage a number of complex programs, including analyzing underlying contracts and creating plans to properly account for each.
• Analyze program reporting, collaborate with reporting entities and internal parties (Management, Legal, Specialty Programs, and Client Services) to develop processes and reporting that accurately record, analyze, and monitor program business.
• Collaborate with management and IT to design and implement system enhancements to accommodate evolving program activities.
• Work closely with assigned program managers and other functional areas (Client Services, Actuarial, Compliance, Legal, Reinsurance, Finance) to resolve issues and support business goals.
• Perform trend and fluctuation analysis on all underwriting data related to assigned programs.
• Mentor analysts and technicians and collaborate with teammates to identify, design, and implement process improvements for greater efficiency.
• Adhere to all SOX controls and maintain department processes and procedures.
• Handle ad‑hoc requests and strategic business projects as they arise.
• Lead internal and external audit reviews as needed.
• Oversee and lead system integration and testing.
• Perform account reconciliations, including identification and remediation of all issues in compliance with SOX control requirements.
• Send and monitor receipt of special reporting requests (Statutory, Premium Tax, Schedule P, Audit, Assessments).
• Possess proficiency in reinsurance contract language related to accounting contractual requirements.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum of 3 years in insurance accounting or 5 years if no insurance‑specific experience.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Excel.
• Knowledge of accounting software applications.
• Knowledge of general accounting principles.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Receives a minimal level of guidance and direction.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Decision‑making and judgment skills.
• Organization and time‑management skills.
• Strong commitment to assigned tasks.
• Strong communication skills.

• May be required to sit for extended periods of time.

US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

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