Finance Data Analyst

at  AXIS Insurance

This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry.
At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.
Job Description: Finance Data Analyst
Finance & Accounting Services Team

How does this role contribute to our collective success?

• As a Finance Data Analyst within the Finance & Accounting Services Team, responsibilities will include supporting and maintaining the integrity of finance data systems and reporting frameworks, assuring the integrity and precision of data and optimising existing processes through integration of new AI technologies.
• The role is part of a team critical for ensuring the integrity of data feeds into the finance ledger and reporting processes, offering opportunities to develop experience with multiple systems and to collaborate with both local and global teams.
• The role offers a dynamic and supportive environment where you can grow and develop your skills.

What will you do in this role?

• Data Quality Monitoring: Help monitor and research data quality issues related to Finance data management, and work with stakeholders to resolve these issues.
• Process Optimization: Contribute to optimizing processes, reconciliations, and control frameworks used by the team.
• Data Extraction: Assist in designing and maintaining processes and tools to efficiently extract large volumes of data.
• Requirement and Test Plan Support: Aid in defining finance data requirements and test plans for enhancements and new business initiatives by collaborating with IT, Operations, and other Finance teams.
• Data Control Support: Assist in executing and implementing data control frameworks through data mapping, matching, and handling data imports and exports for analysis and comparison.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Participate in cross-functional processes and special projects to support business initiatives.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Provide walkthroughs and support to stakeholders and project teams as needed, and offer assistance during end-user testing.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/TRAINING & EXPERIENCE:

• Recent graduate with a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, with a keen interest in learning about insurance accounting.
• Familiarity with SOX compliance requirements and a willingness to deepen this knowledge.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Basic knowledge of SQL and an eagerness to develop skills in business intelligence software such as Power BI.

OTHER DESIRED SKILLS & CHARACTERISTICS:

Successful candidates will exhibit and align to AXIS critical skills across the following areas: builds relationships, communicates with impact, develops and grows, makes disciplined decisions and drives results. Key characteristics include.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to positively influence and collaborate with key stakeholders.
• Team player with ability to build strong working relationships, including with remote based teams.
• Detail oriented while maintaining broad business perspectives.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to understand results and their implications on the business.
• Motivated and committed to driving changes and improving/standardizing processes.
• Capable of working under pressure, taking independent decisions and solving problems.
• Positive outlook and flexibility to handle change, including need for exceptional effort as required.

Role Factors:
In this role, you will typically be required to work from the office 3 days per week, travel requirements will be limited.
What we offer:
You will be eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for you and your family, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid annual leave, and much more.

How does this role contribute to our collective success?

• As a Finance Data Analyst within the Finance & Accounting Services Team, responsibilities will include supporting and maintaining the integrity of finance data systems and reporting frameworks, assuring the integrity and precision of data and optimising existing processes through integration of new AI technologies.
• The role is part of a team critical for ensuring the integrity of data feeds into the finance ledger and reporting processes, offering opportunities to develop experience with multiple systems and to collaborate with both local and global teams.
• The role offers a dynamic and supportive environment where you can grow and develop your skills

What will you do in this role?

• Data Quality Monitoring: Help monitor and research data quality issues related to Finance data management, and work with stakeholders to resolve these issues.
• Process Optimization: Contribute to optimizing processes, reconciliations, and control frameworks used by the team.
• Data Extraction: Assist in designing and maintaining processes and tools to efficiently extract large volumes of data.
• Requirement and Test Plan Support: Aid in defining finance data requirements and test plans for enhancements and new business initiatives by collaborating with IT, Operations, and other Finance teams.
• Data Control Support: Assist in executing and implementing data control frameworks through data mapping, matching, and handling data imports and exports for analysis and comparison.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Participate in cross-functional processes and special projects to support business initiatives.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Provide walkthroughs and support to stakeholders and project teams as needed, and offer assistance during end-user testing