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		<title>Vice President, Business Intelligence- Bond &amp; Financial Products Job (Hartford, CT, US)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Job Title:     Vice President, Business Intelligence- Bond & Financial Products   <br/>      Job ID:     791296   <br/>      Location:    CT-Hartford   <br/><br/>       Available Openings:      1      <br/><br/> Committed.  Competitive.  Constructing our Future.<br/><br/>That's Travelers.  We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States.  Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees.  You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.  <br/><br/> Bond & Financial Products (B & FP) is seeking a senior leader to work directly with the senior management team to build a world-class business intelligence organization.  This individual will drive the strategic vision to leverage data, information, foundational analytics as well as analytic tools/applications for optimal business processing and critical decision making.  Integral to this will be leading the design and development of a next generation business intelligence data warehouse for B&FP.<br/><br/>This role will be accountable for building, leading, managing, mentoring, and developing the teams responsible for creating an information advantage for the B & FP organization with a focus on business strategy and analysis, data and program management and information delivery.  This role will also be the key B&FP point person to coordinate with the Enterprise Business Intelligence and Analytics (EBIA) group.<br/><br/>This individual will develop an annual strategic Management Information plan, including business initiatives, analytic tools, and technical investments.  Working closely with key partners including MI IT, Product, Actuarial and Finance, this person will be accountable not only for thought leadership but also for the delivery of information and analytic tools and applications to B&FP's business customers.  <br/><br/>Additional Key Accountabilities to include: <br/>-Establish and implement a comprehensive integrated Management Information strategy<br/>-Develop and drive a culture by which information is integral to decision making<br/>-Build technical expertise through hiring key resources and developing skills of existing team<br/>-Establish standards for technology and business processes within the MI organization<br/>-Drive development and maintenance of business intelligence best practices<br/>-Oversee data management and data governance within B&FP<br/>-Ensure alignment with enterprise information and analytic application strategy efforts<br/>-Serve as the overall liaison with business sponsors and executives<br/>-Create and maintain a proactive communications culture<br/>-Facilitate the prioritization of projects and requirements among competing business interests<br/>-Identify, communicate and mitigate project risks to stakeholders, and ensure teams have appropriate support to meet goals<br/>-Align data warehousing, database, and other information technology projects with overall business strategies<br/>-Secure and maintain funding for key initiatives and measure return on investment <br/><br/>Experience and Requirements:<br/>-10+ years experience in leading business intelligence and data warehousing efforts<br/>-10+ years of demonstrated leadership in complex/matrix environments<br/>-Deep understanding and appreciation for both business and technology components of information strategy<br/>-Demonstrated success in managing multiple, complex and corporate-wide projects<br/>-Financial services industry experience strongly desired<br/>-Strong overall understanding of the various analytical and reporting processes including operational reporting, predictive modeling, financial analysis, and data mining.<br/>-Demonstrated strong decision making skills - strategic and critical thinking ability<br/>-Concise and persuasive oral and written communication skills<br/>-Solid analytical, problem solving, and strategic thinking skills to understand and anticipate the impact and opportunities across multiple critical projects<br/>-Experience in developing working relationships with top business and technical executives<br/>-Bachelor's degree required and MBA or Master's Degree preferred <br/>-Success in the role will require the development of a vision; a plan for realizing the vision; stakeholder buy-in; and plan execution.  <br/><br/> Travelers is an equal opportunity employer.  We actively promote a drug-free workplace.]]></description>
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		<title>Sr Financial Consultant - - IT Asset Management/Operations and Systems Finance Job (Hartford, CT, US)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Job Title:     Sr Financial Consultant - - IT Asset Management/Operations and Systems Finance   <br/>      Job ID:     791584   <br/>      Location:    CT-Hartford   <br/><br/>       Available Openings:      1      <br/><br/> Committed.  Competitive.  Constructing our Future.<br/><br/>That's Travelers.  We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States.  Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees.  You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.  <br/><br/> Summary  <br/>Responsible for conducting and documenting complex financial analysis projects related to IT Asset management and various IT Operations and Systems support areas. Job may provide functional advice or training to less experienced financial analyst jobs.  Activities impact the most complex expense and/or systems/operational projects dealing with reports and data management to include   <br/><br/>Primary Duties and Responsibilities  <br/>Project management skills - handle large, complex projects and resolves difficult issues. <br/>Provide financial and/or accounting expertise and act as project leader for teams addressing broad financial and/or accounting/expense issues. Application of GAAP as required. <br/>Evaluate, develop and maintain financial/operational/accounting controls and standards around IT Assets and other functions<br/>Produce accurate and timely monthly/weekly &daily financial reports, <br/>variance analyses, ad hoc reports and modeling to meet area  reporting requirements.                           <br/>Analyze and interpret trends and variances in business performance & expenses. <br/>Act as technical resource to less experienced members of unit. <br/>Recommend solutions for process inefficiencies  <br/>Maintains financial and operational integrity of IT Asset management day to day activities<br/><br/>Education / Work Experience  <br/>Bachelor-s degree in finance or accounting or related field. Significant financial analysis/accounting experience. <br/>Ability to develop new and improve existing procedures and controls, policies and ensure compliance with approved standards. <br/>Proven Project Management Skills for multi year projects<br/>Demonstrated expertise in spreadsheet and database software and financial modeling tools. <br/>Understanding of insurance products, GAAP and statutory accounting. In depth knowledge of accounting practices and principles.<br/>Advanced formal financial education preferred.  Effectively articulates financial/accounting/expense reporting issues to team members, customers, management and external parties. Proficient in using company systems/processes.  <br/><br/>Other  <br/>Clearly understands how unit relates to the business supported and aligns work to support business goals. <br/>Maintains a positive, achievement-oriented attitude. <br/>Demonstrates initiative and innovation in achieving results. <br/>Anticipates customer on-going financial needs. <br/>Uses resources effectively.  Is well organized and sets priorities to meet critical business needs. <br/>Highly developed analytical and problem solving skills. <br/>Able to work in a team environment or independently.  <br/><br/> Travelers is an equal opportunity employer.  We actively promote a drug-free workplace.]]></description>
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		<title>Sr. Financial Analyst Job (Hartford, CT, US)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Job Title:     Sr. Financial Analyst   <br/>      Job ID:     791894   <br/>      Location:    CT-Hartford   <br/><br/>       Available Openings:      1      <br/><br/> Committed.  Competitive.  Constructing our Future.<br/><br/>That's Travelers.  We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States.  Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees.  You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.  <br/><br/> Job Title:	Sr. Financial Analyst (FA0302)<br/>Location:	Hartford<br/>Nbr. of People Needed:	1<br/>Reference Number:<br/>Payband: 3 <br/>Group:<br/>Corporate<br/><br/>Divison:<br/>Finance<br/><br/>Job Description:<br/><br/>The Financial and Actuarial Operations area of Corporate Finance is looking for a Statutory Reporting Analyst to join our team.  The analyst will assist in production functions including preparation, analysis and review of primary quarterly and annual Statutory Underwriting Exhibits.  These Exhibits include Schedule P, State Business Pages (Schedule T, Page 14) and statutory line underwriting exhibits.  Assist in the daily and monthly running of the Statutory Reporting system (StatDB).       <br/><br/>Job Requirements:<br/><br/>-	Develop analyses of financial data for review of underwriting results.  <br/>-	Maintain compliance with approved standards. Monitor results and balance/reconcile data.<br/>-	Act as liaison/interface with financial and actuarial business areas to resolve problems.<br/>-	Assess reasonableness of data and identify discrepancies.  Document and report systems discrepancies.  Assist with development of detailed systems requirements for systems changes and provide support for systems testing.<br/>-	Assist with responses to inquiries from a variety of customers, regarding financial data and to correct or modify the data or logic as the situation requires.  Support and assist customers by responding to telephone and written requests regarding financial data including problem research/resolution.<br/>-	Effectively articulates financial, accounting or reporting issues to team members, customers, and management.  <br/>-	Strong analytical/problem solving skills are required.  <br/>-	Strong interpersonal communication skills including the ability to communicate with programmers on a technical level and business contacts on the business level<br/>-	Demonstrates initiative and innovation in achieving results. <br/>-	Strong math, data management skills are a plus.<br/>-	Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.<br/>-	Periodic overtime is required as milestones or deadlines approach.<br/><br/>Technical Skills:<br/><br/>-	Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.  Knowledge of pivot tables, functions, etc. is a plus.<br/>-	Knowledge of Access, Cognos, Impromptu and mainframe applications a plus.  <br/><br/> Travelers is an equal opportunity employer.  We actively promote a drug-free workplace.]]></description>
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		<title>Bond &amp; Financial Products Business Systems Consultant Job (Hartford, CT, US)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Job Title:     Bond & Financial Products Business Systems Consultant   <br/>      Job ID:     791187   <br/>      Location:    CT-Hartford   <br/><br/>       Available Openings:      1      <br/><br/> Committed.  Competitive.  Constructing our Future.<br/><br/>That's Travelers.  We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States.  Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees.  You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.  <br/><br/> Summary <br/>The Bond & Financial Products division is looking for an experienced and self-motivated Business Systems Consultant to work on our Bond & Financial Products Systems.  This position will report up to the manager in charge of our Business Analyst team, and will work closely with our Bond & Financial Products business customers, as well as with the Development, Project Management, and Quality Assurance teams within the IT organization.  The Business Systems Consultant will work in a team environment analyzing business problems, devising solutions, creating supporting documents, and coordinating application development work with the overall goal of ensuring that the Bond & Financial Products systems deliver the functionality that both our internal and external customers need.  This individual will be expected to become an expert on the customers business, products and workflow, and then use that knowledge by teaming up with others in the IT organization to build and maintain systems.  <br/><br/>The major roles and responsibilities of this position will include: <br/>- Research and analyze business problems to determine if systems solutions are advisable and available. <br/>- Analyze business needs, design creative solutions, and construct text, spreadsheets, charts, diagrams, or other documents to describe the need and solution. <br/>- Coordinate the definition, development, and implementation of systems-based solutions. <br/>- Develop detailed functional specifications and other necessary systems documentation for changes, enhancements, and new systems. <br/>- Determine impacts to workflow and assist in the development of new workflows. <br/>- Support both large projects and ongoing system maintenance work simultaneously. <br/>- Coordinate and assist the planning and execution of testing. <br/>- Coordinate and work on the creation and delivery of training. <br/>- Assist in troubleshooting application issues with the development and QA teams. <br/>- Provide Level 3 support for business issues that come through the help desk by analyzing, prioritizing and resolving these problems.  Coordinate resolution with programming staff when needed. <br/>- Build close working relationships with both business and IT partners. <br/><br/>Critical Skills Required: <br/>- BA/BS degree plus 5 or more years experience performing business systems analysis, including enterprise analysis, requirements management planning and monitoring, requirements elicitation, requirements management and communication, requirements analysis, and solution assessment and validation. <br/>- Strong research and analysis skills in the formulation and definition of project scope and objectives. <br/>- Superior presentation, facilitation, negotiation and escalation skills.<br/>- Able to create effective systems documentation including specifications, use cases, system flow diagrams, etc. <br/>- Thorough working knowledge of the various SDLC concepts and ability to apply that knowledge on a daily basis. <br/>- Works effectively with peers and customers across multiple disciplines, locations, and levels. <br/>- Able to manage multiple projects at the same time. <br/>- Effective at managing competing priorities and work independently with minimal oversight. <br/>- Strong analysis and problem solving skills.  Able to develop and implement effective, timely solutions while paying close attention to detail and quality of deliverables. <br/>- Able to coach, mentor and manage more junior employee and consultant resources. <br/>- Must be able to quickly develop an in depth knowledge of the business, workflow, products and systems used within Bond and use that knowledge to add value to the application development process. <br/>- Communicates actively, openly and effectively with a variety of different audiences (business and technical). <br/>- Excellent customer service skills. <br/>- Some project and people management experience is beneficial. <br/><br/>Bond & Financial Products Business Analysts work in a team environment where the Business Analyst and programmers are jointly responsible for the delivery of new functionality.  Business Analysts may work solo with a group of programmers or they may work with other analysts and a project team, depending on the scope and complexity of the project. <br/><br/>We currently have a number of challenging and exciting initiatives planned for the coming year.  If you are a self starter, willing to work hard, learn the business, and have a total commitment to providing the best service and support to your customer, then this is a position for you.  Some of the exciting projects in Bond include Web Portal, Data Warehouse, and e-Commerce initiatives, Application Redesigns, Line of Business Technology Enhancements and System rewrites with the latest .Net technology.  <br/><br/> Travelers is an equal opportunity employer.  We actively promote a drug-free workplace.]]></description>
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		<title>Regional Finance Director - New England Region Job (Hartford, CT, US)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Job Title:     Regional Finance Director - New England Region   <br/>      Job ID:     791838   <br/>      Location:    CT-Hartford   <br/><br/>       Available Openings:      1      <br/><br/> Committed.  Competitive.  Constructing our Future.<br/><br/>That's Travelers.  We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States.  Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees.  You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.  <br/><br/> Summary:<br/><br/>Provide financial and marketing support to assigned PL Field Sales region(s).  Work with RVP's, Channel CFO, and agency managers to help set and achieve targeted PL business results.<br/><br/>Primary Duties & Responsibilities:<br/><br/>Develop overall regional strategic business plan in collaboration with RVP.  Quantify, model, and evaluate strategic direction for the region.  <br/><br/>Focus on sales activity and translate into overall financial impact (with focus on top-line result and direct expense components).<br/><br/>Partner with product to develop overall financial plan for the region.<br/><br/>Development, maintenance and promotion of regional Key Business Metrics <br/><br/>Conduct post audits on regional marketing, underwriting, and pricing programs to determine financial impact on region's business results, and identify opportunities for program improvements. <br/><br/>Interpret and communicate Controllable Income at countrywide, regional and individual sales staff levels.  Monitor to ensure accuracy, assess impact, and identify opportunities for improving business results. <br/><br/>Access other management information from various systems, format and analyze.  <br/><br/>Interpret and present information to necessary parties.  Recommend action steps or strategies. <br/><br/>Assist in developing and monitoring regional budget, including production, expenses and compensation program administration (FBVC, Elite, Base commission exceptions, issue resolution, etc).  Analyze and identify opportunities for improving expenses.  <br/><br/>Analyze financials for business activities (e.g., book/block transfers,) with agencies and other parties.  Make appropriate recommendations and negotiate for such elements of the deal as agency compensation. <br/><br/>Assist Channel CFO in identifying, analyzing, preparing recommendations for, and negotiating regional and national business opportunities (e.g., agency deals, etc.). <br/><br/>Create transparency around performance and ensure behaviors match desired philosophy.  Coach RSD and SE staff around plan gaps through discussion and analytic reviews<br/><br/>Provide meaningful metrics to evaluate distribution system performance for the region.  <br/><br/>Translate those metrics into meaningful conversation and actionable steps<br/><br/>Education/Work Experience<br/><br/>Minimum of 3-5 years Personal Lines business experience.  <br/><br/>Ability to clearly present ideas and concepts (orally and written) to management, regional staff, customers, other stakeholders and influence outcomes.   <br/><br/>Ability to effectively negotiate with business partners while building/maintaining long-term relationships.<br/><br/>Other<br/><br/>Business/Technical Knowledge:   Strong PL product knowledge <br/><br/>Solid understanding of the Property-Casualty business, Personal Lines and the Independent Agency System <br/><br/>Solid understanding of insurance business financials <br/><br/>Ability to quantify financial impact of various activities <br/><br/>Strong PC and spreadsheet skills <br/><br/>Knowledge of PL systems <br/><br/>Familiarity with other distribution systems <br/><br/>Analytic-Problem Solving <br/><br/>Ability to analyze multiple sources of information and develop alternative solutions. <br/><br/>Obtain multiple assessments of a situation, review facts, weigh options and recommend most advantageous course of action to influence business results. <br/><br/>Be systematic in identifying problems, use tools to define problems and evaluate alternative solutions. <br/><br/>Planning/Prioritizing/Project Management: <br/><br/>Ability to plan and manage a project through implementation, involving coordination with various other business units. <br/><br/>Provide regional staff with additional guidance on strategic direction of the region and assist in motivating staff toward desired business results. <br/><br/>Manage multiple projects/tasks a once for a timely and quality end product.  <br/><br/> Travelers is an equal opportunity employer.  We actively promote a drug-free workplace.]]></description>
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		<title>Senior Financial Consultant Job (Hartford, CT, US)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Job Title:     Senior Financial Consultant   <br/>      Job ID:     791434   <br/>      Location:    CT-Hartford   <br/><br/>       Available Openings:      1      <br/><br/> Committed.  Competitive.  Constructing our Future.<br/><br/>That's Travelers.  We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States.  Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees.  You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.  <br/><br/> SUMMARY:<br/>Operations & Systems Finance is looking to fill a senior level position responsible for gathering requirements, designing and building complex financial models leveraging IBM Cognos TM1.  Job may provide functional advice or training to less experienced financial analyst jobs or may supervise day-to-day unit activities for a function supporting the entire organization.  Activities impact the most complex expense and/or systems/operational projects dealing with reports and data management.<br/><br/>PRIMARY DUTIES:<br/>Lead the development of IBM Cognos TM1 financial models for Operations & Systems Finance<br/>Lead the analysis of core financial processes including reporting, budgeting/forecasting, variance analysis and charge back modeling to be used to design, build and deploy technical solutions. <br/>Develop materials and conduct end-user training across the organization.                          <br/>Act as technical resource to less experienced members of the organization.<br/>Recommend and implement solutions for process inefficiencies.<br/><br/>EDUCATION/COURSE OF STUDY:<br/>Typically has a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or management information systems.<br/><br/>WORK EXPERIENCE:<br/>Demonstrated expertise in spreadsheet and financial modeling and reporting tools, specifically IBM Cognos TM1 <br/>Significant financial analysis/accounting experience<br/>Solid understanding of the IT Development life cycle <br/>Advanced formal financial education preferred.<br/><br/>COMMUNICATION SKILLS:<br/>Effectively articulates financial/accounting/expense reporting issues to team members, customers, management and external parties<br/>Has the ability to influence a wide variety of co-workers within and across organizations<br/><br/>COMPUTER SKILLS:<br/>Demonstrated expertise in developing financial models using IBM Cognos TM1 software<br/>Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, Access, etc.)<br/><br/>OTHER:<br/>Clearly understands how unit relates to the business supported and aligns work to support business goals. <br/>Maintains a positive, achievement-oriented attitude. <br/>Demonstrates initiative and innovation in achieving results. <br/>Anticipates customer ongoing financial needs. <br/>Uses resources effectively.  Is well organized and sets priorities to meet critical business needs. <br/>Highly developed analytical and problem solving skills.<br/>Able to work in a team environment or independently.  <br/><br/> Travelers is an equal opportunity employer.  We actively promote a drug-free workplace.]]></description>
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		<title>Financial Management Leadership Development Program Internship Hartford Job (Hartford, CT, US)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Job Title:     Financial Management Leadership Development Program Internship Hartford   <br/>      Job ID:     791083   <br/>      Location:    CT-Hartford   <br/><br/>       Available Openings:      13      <br/><br/> Committed.  Competitive.  Constructing our Future.<br/><br/>That's Travelers.  We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States.  Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees.  You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.  <br/><br/> Our Financial Management Internship Program provides qualified students an excellent opportunity to gain first-hand business experience in the insurance industry through challenging assignments that will utilize and develop their technical skills as well as their overall business knowledge.  Interns are also provided opportunities to attend career development workshops and to interact with all levels of management.  These exciting positions are complemented by business seminars, social functions, a mentor program and a competitive compensation package.<br/><br/>FMLDP Internship responsibilities may include:<br/>   -Creation and analysis of management information <br/>   -Activity-based costing <br/>   -Project management <br/>   -Cost/benefit analysis <br/>   -Product line profitability analysis <br/>   -Modeling/database implementation and analysis <br/>   -Budgeting/Reforecasting <br/>   -Internal audit/Sarbanes-Oxley compliance <br/>   -Financial reporting and analysis (corporate and business units) <br/><br/>Successful performance during the Internship could lead to full time opportunities in our Financial Management Leadership Development Program (FMLDP) which has been in place for over 20 years.  FMLDP graduates currently hold leadership positions in our business segments as well as in our corporate support organizations. Our graduates are financial officers, controllers, business unit heads, and hold a variety of other highly visible positions.<br/><br/>The Internship program is based in Hartford, CT and St. Paul, MN.  Positions are available in our Business Units and Corporate Departments.  Subsidized apartments are available for students who live beyond a commutable distance from Hartford, CT or St. Paul, MN.  Positions are available beginning in May or early June through the end of the summer.<br/><br/>Who are we looking for?<br/>   -Undergraduate students completing their Junior year<br/>   -Preferred 3.2 GPA or greater and successful completion of at least 1 accounting course<br/>   -Demonstrated leadership potential<br/>   -Strong analytical and communication skills<br/>   -Initiative and involvement in activities<br/>   -Motivation to succeed and seeking a long term career opportunity<br/><br/>Majors include:<br/>    -Finance<br/>   -Accounting<br/>   -Management<br/>   -Business Administration<br/>   -Economics<br/>   -Mathematics<br/>   -Risk and Insurance<br/><br/>Must be able to show eligibility to work for Travelers, in the U.S., on a full time basis, within 3 days of employment.  <br/><br/> Travelers is an equal opportunity employer.  We actively promote a drug-free workplace.]]></description>
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		<title>Manager, Finance Job (Hartford, CT, US)</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Job Title:     Manager, Finance   <br/>      Job ID:     790855   <br/>      Location:    CT-Hartford   <br/><br/>       Available Openings:      1      <br/><br/> Committed.  Competitive.  Constructing our Future.<br/><br/>That's Travelers.  We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States.  Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees.  You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.  <br/><br/> SUMMARY:<br/>Enterprise Management Reporting, Planning & Analysis role supporting the Field Management Team, including Field Mgmt Home Office, Regional Presidents, Regional Directors and Marketing Specialists. This role is responsible for the accurate reporting and analysis of Enterprise Management Information results at various levels including Region, Profit Center, Broker, Agency, Business Unit. Serves as team lead for the ERA project.  Manages or participates in the most complex projects.  Provides advice and direction to less experienced staff. Opportunity for staff development.<br/><br/>PRIMARY DUTIES:<br/>Job Components (may include but are not limited to):<br/>Participate in the monthly production cycle and the preparation of required reports and analytics.  <br/>Understand interaction of multiple data sources as reports and data may come from a variety of sources including EMI from CL Portal or Teradata, SCORE Flow, APACT, etc.  <br/>Develop actionable exhibits to facilitate monthly analyses of financial data for the Field Management team (e.g. written and earned premiums, production statistics, controllable income, etc.). <br/>Directs the development of ad hoc financial/expense reports and analyses to meet senior management's  information needs <br/>Direct day to day work of staff <br/>Partner with IT to deliver on report enhancements, new reports, delivery strategy and ERA project<br/>Serve as Field Management lead for ERA project - ensure successful delivery and rollout of the new tool to business users.<br/>Ensure accurate data is presented and financial controls are met.<br/>Recommend improvements to efficiencies and competitiveness. <br/>Participate in data quality initiatives. <br/>Partner with Field Management team to coordinate successful planning process<br/><br/>WORK EXPERIENCE:<br/>Experience in insurance Financial Management or accounting. <br/>Demonstrated expertise in financial analysis, accounting and financial reporting. <br/>Experience with financial modeling and forecasting. <br/>Understanding of GAAP and statutory accounting <br/>Supervisory experience.  <br/><br/>COMMUNICATION SKILLS:<br/>Clear, logical, and effective verbal/written communication skills.<br/><br/>COMPUTER SKILLS:<br/>Strong PC skills, including COGNOS, Access & EXCEL <br/><br/>OTHER:<br/>Relationship Building <br/>Ability to present to Senior Management.<br/>Clearly demonstrated sense of urgency and bias for action <br/>Ability to work well under pressure and independently <br/>Ability to forge strong working relationships at senior levels <br/>Ability to effectively direct the work of others. <br/>Solid analytical/technical skills. <br/>Demonstrated ability to interpret technical material. <br/>Takes ownership of problems and develops sound solutions. <br/>Knowledge of products and distribution channels. <br/>Solid problem solving skills.  <br/><br/> Travelers is an equal opportunity employer.  We actively promote a drug-free workplace.]]></description>
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