Accounting and Finance - Head of FP&A

At Generali Global Assistance (GGA), every day is an opportunity to help people explore the world with confidence. Whether it’s a backpacker trekking through the Andes, a family cruising the Mediterranean, or a solo traveler chasing the Northern Lights, we’re there to ensure their journey is safe and supported. From assisting with emergency medical claims to guiding customers through trip disruptions or ID theft, your work helps turn travel challenges into stories of resilience.

Our teams value curiosity and collaboration while priding ourselves on fostering a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for our employees. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee
Career pathing and Individual Development Plans
Internal training and intern opportunities
Women in Business Mentorship Program
Education and professional development assistance program

Passport to Perks Includes:
Generous Employer contribution for health, dental, and vision insurance
Scholarship Program for Employee Dependents
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Company paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
Company paid life insurance
Voluntary Legal Benefit
Discounts on travel insurance
Time off policies including vacation days, sick days, personal days, holidays and volunteer days (VTO)

The Director, FP&A will report to and work closely with the EANA Chief Financial Officer (CFO), to run the FP&A department. The role will interface directly with a variety of groups including Accounting, Treasury, Accounts Payable and Actuarial/Underwriting area and the GMMI and IDT FP&A business, plus support EANA CFO in developing partnership with LOBs commercial areas (critical to a good forecast of results).
The Director, FP&A must have strong leadership, management, technology, analytical, strategic planning, and communication skills to be a part of the financial management team.
This includes, but is not limited to, preparation of financial outlooks and forecasts (maintains and reviews budgeting and forecasting models).
Ensure adherence to budgetary reporting requirements by preparing variance analysis of the quarterly forecast and compare actual results vs. Lead and assist in financial analysis, support CFO on special projects such as modeling/KPIs, and evaluation to keep the business on track to meet its financial goals.
Optimize the FP&A function, including the creation of automated and scalable processes, reporting and systems.
Update and maintain standard cost system (GEX Workstream), partnering with Accounts Payable, Procurement etc.
Perform ad hoc projects assigned.

Proven Insurance FP&A experience in Insurance.

• 8+ years of audit/financial reporting experience in the Insurance Industry.
• 5+ years in Finance related field.
• Strong knowledge of cost control, budgeting, accounting, and finance principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Strong skills with Power Point presentation and report creation (from excel cube base) are a must.
• Experience with multiple accounting and financial reporting systems.

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) required.
S. degree in finance/economics/accounting.
An advanced degree, such as a Master of Accounting/MAC, or Business Administration/MBA.

This is a hybrid role based out of our San Diego, CA office. As a hybrid role, you will be working onsite 2-3 days a week and working from home 2-3 days a week.

While there is some flexibility in the hours, this position will be Monday-Friday during regular business hours (approximately 8:00am-5:00pm). Occasional overtime may be required according to business need.

Generali Global Assistance is proudly part of the Europ Assistance Group and our products utilize a number of corporate and product brands. The brands for our North American team include the following:
CSA: US travel insurance brand for retail, tour operator, cruise and lodging partners. Generali Global Assistance (GGA): The primary Corporate brand in the United States for our travel insurance, travel assistance, identity and cyber protection, and beneficiary companion products. GMMI: the industry standard for global medical cost containment and medical risk management solutions. Iris, Powered by Generali: identity and digital protection solution. At Generali Global Assistance, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and enriching workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. California Residents - Privacy Notice for California Residents Seeking Employment with Generali Global Assistance is available here: -notice-for-california-residents-seeking-employment/
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