Sr. IT Financial Reporting Business Analyst

Company: NICO National Indemnity Company

Want to work for a company with unparalleled financial strength and stability that offers "large company" benefits with an exciting, friendly, and "small company" atmosphere? Our company, as a member of the Berkshire Hathaway group of Insurance Companies, provides opportunities for professionals interested in just that.

• Elicit, analyze, document, and validate business requirements related to:
  • Financial close and reconciliation processes
  • Statutory and GAAP financial reporting
  • Intercompany, reinsurance, and allocation workflows
  • Finance controls, audit support, and data lineage
• Translate accounting and finance requirements into:
  • User stories with clear acceptance criteria
  • Functional specifications for reports, interfaces, and data solutions
  • Test cases and UAT scenarios supporting control validation and business outcomes
• Partner with Finance and Accounting teams to:
  • Evaluate upstream and downstream system impacts
  • Identify data quality issues, process gaps, and control risks
  • Support production investigations related to financial results and reporting
• Collaborate with developers, QA teams, and data professionals to ensure solutions meet standards for:
  • Financial accuracy
  • Data completeness
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Auditability and controls

• Bachelor s degree in Business, Information Technology, Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of related professional experience
• Experience with data analysis and business systems
• Proficiency with SQL, Microsoft Office, and data manipulation tools
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies and procedures
• 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst supporting Finance or Accounting organizations
• Direct experience working within an insurance carrier environment (P C, Life, Health, or Specialty insurance)
• Experience supporting:
  • Statutory (STAT) and/or GAAP reporting
  • Financial close and reconciliation processes
  • Intercompany accounting
  • Reinsurance accounting operations
• Proven ability to translate accounting and financial reporting requirements into technical solutions and IT deliverables
• Experience partnering with Controllers, Financial Reporting teams, Accounting Policy groups, Auditors, and other Finance leaders

• Thinks analytically and solves complex business problems
• Learns quickly and adapts to changing priorities
• Works independently while collaborating effectively across teams
• Balances multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Maintains confidentiality and professionalism
• Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Effectively researches alternatives and makes thoughtful recommendations
• Strongly organizes, prioritizes, and executes work to meet deadlines
• Can train and support others on processes and best practices

• Retirement and savings plan with immediate enrollment and 100% employer match up to 5%
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for regular, full-time employees and eligible dependents
• Learning & Development program for employees to grow personally and professionally
• 100% upfront Educational Reimbursement program
• Subsidized downtown parking
• Competitive time off policies including parental leave
• Employee Assistance program and additional wellness offerings