Corporate Finance Associate - Technology FP&A

Overview Corporate Finance Associate – Technology FP&A (Financial Business Advisor) at Nationwide. This role supports expense planning, management, and cost optimization for the Security and Infrastructure organization. Key Responsibilities Lead the annual planning, quarterly forecasts, and monthly outlooks for Security & Infrastructure expense budgets. Develop and maintain detailed driver‑based financial models for operating expenses, including labor, vendor contracts, cloud consumption, and security tools. Provide variance analysis against budget and forecast, identifying key drivers and actionable insights. Track and report on cost trends. Act as a trusted advisor to Finance and Technology leadership. Support decision‑making through scenario analysis and business case development (ROI, cost‑benefit analysis, TCO). Provide financial guidance on technology investments, vendor selection, and cost optimization opportunities. Deliver clear, concise financial reporting decks and dashboards for executive leadership. Translate financial results into compelling narratives tailored to both finance and technical stakeholders. Improve visibility into unit costs, consumption trends, and efficiency metrics. Identify and implement improvements to forecasting accuracy, reporting processes, and financial governance. Help establish and track KPIs for cost efficiency and operational performance. Makes effective decisions in a timely manner, seeks opportunities outside normal boundaries, and understands cross‑functional impacts. Searches for ways to make existing processes more efficient while driving quality outcomes. Communicates a logical view of own work streams effectively, helping others understand the business outcomes. Asks the right questions to gain an understanding of topics, identifies root problems, and evaluates alternatives. Supports changes that move the organization toward new technologies, and encourages team members to accept changes with a positive outlook. Shares knowledge with team members and encourages broader organizational collaboration. Qualifications Strong analytical skills with experience in financial analysis, forecasting, or budget management. Ability to collaborate with business and technology leaders and communicate financial insights clearly. Proficiency with Excel and financial systems; experience with IT financial management or project‑based accounting is a plus. Undergraduate degree in finance, economics, accounting or statistics; an advanced degree is desirable. Experience in financial analysis, planning, forecasting, actuarial or auditing – at least eight years. Project leadership or supervisory experience preferable. Knowledge of GAAP, statutory accounting practices, and financial services business requirements. CPA preferred. Work Location & Conditions Columbus, OH. The associate must reside within 35 miles of One Nationwide Plaza, Columbus OH, 43215. The position is hired on a SuccessFlex basis with required office attendance two days per week according to the department schedule. Salary Range National salary range: $97,000.00 – $180,000.00. Expected starting salary range: $97,000.00 – $145,000.00. Employer Sponsored Work Authorization This role does not qualify for employer sponsored work authorization. Nationwide does not participate in the STEM OPT extension program. Equal Employment Opportunity Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nationwide