Unlock Your Career Potential with GEICO
GEICO is on the lookout for a highly experienced Senior FP&A Solution Architect to join our team and drive innovation in finance technology. As a key advisor and partner to our Finance department, you will play a crucial role in redesigning the way we utilize technology to manage our business. If you have a passion for finance systems, a knack for problem-solving, and a talent for collaboration, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.
About GEICO and the Role
GEICO is one of the nation's largest and fastest-growing auto insurers, renowned for its low rates, outstanding service, and clever marketing. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, we offer a financially stable and rewarding workplace with opportunities for training and career advancement. Our company culture values mutual respect, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring a work environment where every associate can thrive.
As a Senior FP&A Solution Architect, you will report to our Senior Director of Finance Technologies and be responsible for providing systems solutions, functional process recommendations, and collaborating with multiple Finance and Technology experts to support our Finance Planning and Management Reporting applications. Your expertise will be instrumental in shaping our technology roadmap and driving business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Leverage your deep functional and technical systems expertise to drive towards the right solution to support the department and GEICO's current and future needs.
- Engage in cross-functional collaboration throughout the entire software lifecycle, leading design sessions with peers to ensure systems are well-designed, efficient, and meet business expectations.
- Collaborate with Finance Leaders to ensure their organizational technology goals are met, particularly in areas such as Management Reporting, Budgeting and Planning, Cost Management, Profitability, and Business Line Management reporting.
- Develop a deep understanding of multi-entity department functions to support the technology roadmap for Management Reporting, Budgeting and Planning, Hierarchy and Financial data governance, Profitability, and Business Line Management.
- Work with Business leaders to support project roadmaps that align with business objectives and are sequenced by priority and resource availability.
- Support and influence customers and stakeholders, managing divergent expectations and ensuring a strong control and governance framework is established and maintained to support SOX and Audit reviews.
- Facilitate Business and Technology discussions at various leadership levels to ensure alignment towards long-term goals of Finance and Technology.
- Analyze and translate business and functional specifications and change requests into technical specifications.
- Consistently share best practices and improve processes within and across teams.
Qualifications and Skills
To succeed in this role, you will need:
- 20+ years of Finance Systems experience with industry-leading ERP solutions (e.g., implementing and supporting PeopleSoft, Oracle EBS, Oracle Cloud, Hyperion, Workday, or SAP).
- 10+ years of lead experience in guiding teams in support of Finance Systems.
- 10+ years supporting some of the following system types: Enterprise Profitability Management, Budgeting & Planning system, an Enterprise Hierarchy Management system, a Unit Cost Management system, or various Analytical Reporting tools.
- 5+ years working with an Enterprise Profitability Management system (e.g., OFSAA, PS EPM, Apptio, etc.).
- Deep Finance domain expertise to work with senior Finance leaders to interpret their process and functional needs into system solutions.
- Strong understanding of Accounting process and Management reporting philosophies to partner with Finance Leaders.
- Ability to communicate and work directly with leaders across Technology and Finance.
- Sound understanding of project management techniques, methodologies, and best practices.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge and experience with the software development life cycle.
- Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented collaborative environment.
Education and Compensation
A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent education or work experience is required. The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00 - $260,000.00, with the final hourly rate/annual salary determined by factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate's work experience, education and training, and market and business considerations.
Benefits and Perks
As a GEICO Associate, you will enjoy our Total Rewards Program, which includes:
- Premier Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with no waiting period.
- Paid Vacation, Sick, and Parental Leave.
- 401(k) Plan.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Paid Training and Licensures.
Our benefits may vary by location, and eligibility requirements may apply.
Career Growth and Development
At GEICO, we are committed to the growth and development of our associates. As a Senior FP&A Solution Architect, you will have opportunities to:
- Develop your technical expertise in finance systems and stay up-to-date with industry trends.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business innovation.
- Lead design sessions and influence technology roadmaps.
- Partner with senior Finance leaders to shape business solutions.
Join Our Team!
This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career with a leading insurance company. If you have the skills and passion we're looking for, please submit your application today. We are an equal employment opportunity employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.
GEICO is committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, where every associate can thrive and contribute to our mission.
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