Finance Manager

Locations: Kansas City, MO, US | Armonk, NY, US Are you a finance professional who thrives on turning complex data into strategic insight? Do you want to play a meaningful role in shaping the financial performance of one of the world's leading reinsurers? If you're energized by impact, collaboration, and working at the intersection of finance and business strategy — this could be your next move. About the Role This role offers a genuine opportunity to influence Swiss Re's US Property & Casualty business at a senior level. As Finance Manager US Globals, you will serve as a trusted finance partner to US Market Unit leadership — providing the insight, challenge, and strategic guidance that drives both day‑to‑day decisions and longer‑term business objectives. This role offers exceptional exposure to senior market leadership and provides a strong platform for broader Finance and business leadership opportunities across Swiss Re. You will own the planning, projections, financial analysis, and performance measurement for the US P&C portfolio, translating complex financial information into clear, decision‑relevant narratives for senior stakeholders. Beyond the core FP&A remit, you will assess and support large or complex transactions within the US market, contribute to renewal analysis and external financial storytelling, and take an active role in cross‑market and cross‑functional initiatives across the broader P&C Finance team. Key Responsibilities Act as a strategic finance partner to senior US Market Unit executives, delivering insight, constructive challenge, and recommendations that directly support business decisions Track and analyze US renewal performance and key transactions, contributing to both internal and external financial storytelling Lead the development of financial plans, projections, and performance reporting for the US P&C business, ensuring high‑quality outputs and compelling, clear narratives Deliver actionable financial insight that shapes executive decisions across the US P&C portfolio. Lead or contribute to strategic initiatives and ad hoc projects at US Market Unit and P&C segment level, bringing a solutions‑oriented mindset Build trusted partnerships across a global Finance network to deliver consistent insight and influence enterprise outcomes Drive the evolution of Finance by improving how insight, planning, and performance management support business decisions About the Team The FP&A team sits at the heart of Swiss Re's P&C business, playing a pivotal role in driving financial performance and enabling strategic decision‑making at the highest levels of the organization. We partner closely with US Market Unit heads and senior stakeholders, delivering transparency, accountability, and insight across performance, planning, and key business decisions. We are a globally connected team that thrives on collaboration across regions, and we benefit from dedicated analytical support from our Bangalore hub. Our culture is defined by intellectual curiosity, high standards, and a genuine willingness to challenge constructively — because we believe that's how Finance creates real value. We are committed to continuous improvement, both in how we work and in how we support the business. Joining this team means becoming part of a diverse, driven group of professionals who are passionate about delivering impact, growing their expertise, and actively shaping the future of the US P&C business at Swiss Re. About You You are a commercially minded finance professional who combines strong technical capability with the confidence to engage and influence at a senior level. You bring clarity to complexity, hold yourself to high standards, and are motivated by the impact your work has on real business outcomes. You are equally comfortable working independently and collaborating across a global team, and you bring a proactive, improvement‑focused mindset to everything you do. Requirements University degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A): Significant hands‑on experience in FP&A or a closely related finance role, with a strong track record of leading planning cycles, projections, and performance reporting Financial Modelling & Performance Reporting: Demonstrated ability to build, manage, and communicate financial models and reporting frameworks that drive decision‑making at a senior level P&C Reinsurance / Insurance Business Knowledge: A solid understanding of the US Property & Casualty reinsurance or insurance business, including its key performance drivers, metrics, and commercial dynamics Commercial Judgement: Strong analytical capability paired with sound commercial instinct — the ability to move beyond the numbers and connect financial insight to business strategy Communication & Synthesis: Proven ability to distil complex financial information into clear, concise, and compelling narratives tailored to senior stakeholders Prioritization & Delivery: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities and consistently deliver high‑quality outputs in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment Adaptable Collaboration Style: Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively, knowing when to drive forward autonomously and when to bring others along — across functions, geographies, and seniority levels The role will be located in either our Armonk, NY or Kansas City, MO offices. Our company uses a hybrid work model requiring at least three days in the office each week, with the option to work onsite full‑time if preferred. This position is not eligible for full‑time telework. For Armonk, NY, the estimated base salary range for this position is $122,000 to $184,000. For Kansas City, MO, the estimated base salary range for this position is $112,000 to $168,000. The specific salary offered for this, or any given role will take into account a number of factors including but not limited to job location, scope of role, qualifications, complexity/specialization/scarcity of talent, experience, education, and employer budget. At Swiss Re, we take a "total compensation approach" when making compensation decisions. This means that we consider all components of compensation in their totality (such as base pay, short‑and long‑term incentives, and benefits offered), in setting individual compensation. About Swiss Re Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting‑edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 15,000 employees across the world. Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skill set, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability. If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience. Swiss Re is an equal opportunity employer. It is our practice to recruit, hire and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, pregnancy, sexual orientations, marital status, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Decisions on employment are solely based on an individual's qualifications for the position being filled. During the recruitment process, reasonable accommodations for disabilities are available upon request. If contacted for an interview, please inform the Recruiter/HR Professional of the accommodation needed. We may use AI‑powered tools to support the review and evaluation of applications for this position. 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