Horace Mann is a purpose-driven company that is passionate about educators. We are seeking an experienced and strategic-minded Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Financial Planning & Analysis to lead our FP&A function. This role will play a pivotal part in shaping our financial strategies, supporting senior management in decision-making, and driving operational efficiencies. The AVP, FP&A, will be responsible for overseeing budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and strategic planning to ensure the long-term financial health and growth of the organization.
Key Areas of Impact Include:
Strategic Financial Leadership
- Lead the development and execution of long-term financial plans, working closely with the executive leadership team to align financial strategies with business goals.
- Provide insights into industry trends, economic factors, and competitive dynamics that impact the company’s financial outlook.
- Support M&A activities and financial due diligence as needed, ensuring alignment with company growth objectives.
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Oversee the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes to deliver accurate and timely financial projections.
- Develop, analyze, and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial results, variances, and forecasts to senior management.
- Ensure accurate revenue, expense, and capital projections to align with company goals and objectives.
Financial Analysis & Reporting
- Drive in-depth financial analysis to identify trends, measure performance, and highlight potential risks and opportunities for the company.
- Develop and maintain KPIs, dashboards, and management reporting to track financial and operational performance.
- Partner with other business units to develop financial models, scenario analysis, and financial decision-making tools.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Collaborate with other departments, including actuarial, underwriting, claims, and IT, to support financial decision-making and ensure alignment with overall business strategies.
- Act as a trusted advisor to operational leaders by providing financial insights and recommendations.
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
- Oversee team projects, workloads, and deliverables to ensure high-quality results aligned with the company’s strategic priorities.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
- 8+ years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably within the insurance or financial services industry.
- Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills with a deep understanding of financial modeling and forecasting.
- Proficiency in financial systems (e.g., Hyperion, SAP, Anaplan) and advanced Excel skills.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build partnerships across all organizational levels.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Pay Range:
- $110,700.00 - $173,900.00
Salary is commensurate to experience, location, etc.
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Horace Mann was founded in 1945 by two Springfield, Illinois, teachers who saw a need for quality, affordable auto insurance for teachers. Since then, we’ve broadened our mission to helping all educators protect what they have today and prepare for a successful tomorrow. And with our broadened mission has come corporate growth: We serve more than 4,100 school districts nationwide, we’re publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: HMN) and we have more than $12 billion in assets.
We’re motivated by the fact that educators take care of our children’s future, and we believe they deserve someone to look after theirs. We help educators identify their financial goals and develop plans to achieve them. This includes insurance to protect what they have today and financial products to help them prepare for their future. Our tailored offerings include special rates and benefits for educators.
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