Expense Manager (hybrid or remote)

• About Us

   

  The world isn’t standing still, and neither is Allstate. We’re moving quickly, looking across our businesses and brands and taking bold steps to better serve customers’ evolving needs. That’s why now is an exciting time to join our team. You’ll have opportunities to take risks, challenge the status quo and shape the future for the greater good.

   

  You’ll do all this in an environment of excellence and the highest ethical standards – a place where values such as integrity, inclusive diversity and accountability are paramount. We empower every employee to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live. Our people are our greatest strength, and we work as one team in service of our customers and communities.

   

  Allstate operate a very flexible hybrid working policy that will allow you to design your working week in collaboration with your manager with a blend of remote and office working for NI based employees as well as condensed working patterns (4 day week/9 day fortnight). Employees based in GB will be employed on a permanent remote working contract.

   

  Join our team and you’ll find challenge and reward in a culture of innovation, support and balance. 

   

   

  Location

   

  Belfast/Derry-Londonderry/Strabane/ Remote GB

   

   

  Your role in the team

   

  Are you interested in being a part of the ongoing success of the largest publicly traded insurance company in the U.S.? Do you want to bring your vision, skills and drive to a Fortune 100® company with over 84 years of financial stability? Does challenging work and unlimited professional growth potential excite you? Then a career in finance at Allstate is right for you!

   

  Allstate Technology and Strategic Ventures (ATSV) Finance supports the senior leadership of ATSV by providing financial analysis and consulting focusing on expense management. This position involves working closely with the senior management teams of this organization in controlling one of the largest expense areas in Allstate. Analysts provide meaningful analysis on the drivers of expense and provide consulting on courses of action to ensure optimal expense control. Analysis includes technology and operational metrics, resource sourcing options, project delivery metrics, and benchmarking.

   

  Activities include historical trending reporting and analysis and future forecasting and planning.

   

  • Lead and direct daily execution of analysis and communication of financial results, development of compelling storylines and formulation of financial projections for key products, markets and initiatives
  • Facilitate achievement of business objectives with guidance from the Director and other leaders; while managing multiple deadlines, accountabilities, and competing priorities
  • Build financial team excellence, developing analysts’ technical financial acumen and understanding of the business to position them for rotation and career advancement
  • Ensure ATSV Finance’ credibility and reputation of high quality (accurate, timely, relevant) financial measurement, reporting, planning and consulting
  • Lead cross functional teams, assisting Business Unit leaders and stakeholders in a consultative manner and identifying needs in the areas of forecasting, planning, strategic planning, measurement, business case development, capital management and internal controls
  • Build and develop clear and concise executive summaries to help leaders understand results, and anticipate/ understand challenges and opportunities for their business
  • Prepare the strategic and operating plans for the Business Unit and utilize forecast updates to impact/guide management decisions
  • Lead team members to ensure team efficiency and effectiveness (e.g., conflict/problem resolution, process/system improvements, resource procurement, supportive environment)
  • Maximize talent through consistent and effective use of the department’s talent management strategy

   

  So, what are the essential criteria to apply?

   

  • All candidates must evidence an existing right to work in the UK
  • A degree level qualification (or equivalent) in Finance, Economics, Accountancy, or similar discipline,
  • High-level of knowledge of general corporate finance
  • Demonstrated depth of financial and analytical expertise Knowledge of accounting principles
  • Experience as a business consultant in a finance related field – builds relationships with clients while offering analysis and recommending corrective actions based on emerging trends

   

  The successful candidate must also demonstrate a high competency in:

   

  • Advanced knowledge and the ability to use the concepts, techniques, and issues involved in planning projects and processes
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities including look-up formulas and pivot tables
  • Having a logical and analytical approach.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to communicate well, build relationships and work as part of a team.
  • Familiar with Microsoft Office and the ability to analyze, manipulate, and interpret large amounts of data.  Microsoft Access a plus.
  • Good problem solving skills with an attention to detail.

   

   

  We also have some desirable criteria

   

  • Experience in presenting to, working with Senior Leadership on expense management, control and improvement
  • An improvement mindset, continually seeking ways to drive improvements and manage costs effectively

   

   

  What we offer

   

  As Digital DNA’s Workplace of the Year 2020 & 2022 winners, we offer a generous benefits package that includes flexible annual leave entitlement, dental and healthcare insurance, an attractive pension package and discounts on gym memberships, public transport and parking.

   

  Allstate invests heavily in your development, as an employee you will have access to multiple world-class learning platforms and courses from our award-winning in-house Learning & Development team.

   

  We pride ourselves in providing clear career paths and opportunities for internal mobility allowing you to further develop within the organisation.

   

  We encourage a better work life balance and you’ll have the opportunity to apply for various flexible working arrangements.

   

  Apply Here: https://bit.ly/3OTnPY5 

   

  Statement on Fair Employment and Equal Opportunities

   

  Allstate NI wishes to ensure equal opportunity is given to all job applicants.  This company will not discriminate on the grounds of race, gender (including gender reassignment status), sexual orientation, religious belief, political opinion, marital status, age or disability.

   

  We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. However, as women are currently under-represented in our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from women. All appointments will be made on merit.

   

  Applicants should note Allstate NI complete AccessNI background checks on all candidates offered a position.

   

   

  The closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday 19^th May 2022