Strategic Expense Management Analyst - Operations

The Opportunity As a Strategic Expense Management Analyst - Operationsyou will work in a fast-paced, analytical and highly collaborative environment assisting with the management of complex budgets and forecasts as part of the Strategic Expense Management organization. This includes developing strong partnerships with teammates across Finance, Operations business partners, Procurement, etc., and supporting strategic thought leadership for the businesses you will assist in supporting. Key responsibilities include supporting analytics that drive and understanding of results and key drivers, assisting in the creation of presentations and other visuals, contributing to forecasting and budget efforts across Operations, accruing for third‑party spend, etc. A critical element of this role is using data, analytics and visualization, to contribute to the distillation and communication of financial results, findings, opportunities and risks, in a manner that is clear, succinct and easy to understand. This role includes supporting individuals of diverse levels and backgrounds. In this role, you will demonstrate agility, business acumen, discretion with sensitive information and critical thinking. The Team This role works closely with three other Consultants (your teammates) that are dedicated to supporting specific Strategic Business Units across Operations, as well as business partners across Finance and the Enterprise (e.g., Procurement). A critical element of these roles is building trust with the businesses you support; in addition to working with direct teammates, this role will partner closely with business leaders in order to support their strategies and convey strategic direction as part of the Financial story for Operations. Operations is in the middle of a fundamental transformation, and in this role as part of our team, you will help support the key initiatives that will make that transformation possible. The Impact In this role you will gain an understanding our business partners’ strategies, organizations, initiatives, KPIs, etc., and help to convey their results and outlooks in easy‑to‑understand ways. You will help ensure forecasts and targets make sense and are aligned with the business and our strategies. As part of the position, you will get to participate in candid discussions about results and forecasts and contribute to providing consultative thought partnership with the business. This role will regularly assist in the completion of ad hoc financial analytics, pro‑forma analyses, cost benefit analyses, unit cost modeling, benchmarking studies, etc., all of which help guide key business decisions. You will help deliver timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual deliverables in partnership with your teammates, Finance, etc. The Minimum Qualifications (Required) Bachelor’s degree 3+ years of work experience, including budgeting and forecasting, financial analytics, actuals reporting and analysis, and hands‑on experience with financial tools and software 3+ years of experience working with Microsoft Suite, with special emphasis on Excel and PowerPoint The Ideal Qualifications (Preferred) 5+ years of work experience specific to budgeting, forecasting and other financial tasks (e.g., accruals, CBAs, financial modeling). 3+ years of work experience in the financial services or insurance industry Financial acumen Strong business and technical acumen Ability to collaborate across organizations and to work with key partners Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly and appropriately handle sensitive information. The professional in this role must be organized with exceptional attention to detail What You Can Expect at MassMutual Clear areas of ownership and accountability, with work that connects directly to company and customer outcomes A collaborative environment where perspectives are welcomed Access to learning, development, and internal networks that support continuous growth and skill‑building over time Employee‑led communities and forums that foster connection, learning, and inclusion across the organization A culture grounded in integrity, responsibility, and stewardship—supported by a company with a strong legacy and a future‑focused mindset MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need. California residents: For detailed information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please visit California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosures page. #J-18808-Ljbffr MassMutual