US-CT Enfield, FINANCE ANALYST, MassMutual Financial Group 0927
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Position: Finance Analyst
Date: July 2, 2008
JOB #0927
Location: Enfield, CT
Status: Full-time

DESCRIPTION: FINANCE ANALYST 

BACKGROUND:

Founded in 1851, MassMutual Financial Group is a diversified financial services organization.  More than 27,000 employees and representatives serve nearly 13 million clients with a broad portfolio of products and services including life insurance, mutual funds, money management, trust services, retirement planning products, annuities, disability insurance and long-term care insurance. The company’s key subsidiaries include OppenheimerFunds, a leading mutual fund family; Babson Capital Management, a provider of investor services; and Cornerstone Real Estate, which offers real estate equities.  MassMutual’s products are distributed through 1,500 U.S. offices and through affiliated financial institutions, brokerages, and accountants around the world.  

As a global diversified financial services organization, MassMutual Financial Group balances its U.S.-based operations with a growing presence overseas. These global businesses provide excellent opportunities to complement MassMutual's long-established operations in the United States.  MassMutual International leads our sales activities worldwide - including the regions of Asia, Europe and Latin America.   

The MassMutual Financial Group companies have the experience and disciplined financial expertise required by today’s sophisticated individual, corporate and institutional investors.  From $456 billion in assets in 2006 to $505 billion in assets under management at year end 2007. Premium and other deposits totaled $29,438 billion in 2007.  

The company is organized as a mutual company.  It recently ranked number 90 in the Fortune 500 and was also named one of Fortune’s “Most Admired” companies.  MassMutual’s headquarters is in Springfield, Massachusetts.  

POSITION SUMMARY

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) is responsible for USIG’s overall business and financial planning, forecasting and analysis efforts.  FP&A conducts analysis of business and financial results, including profitability dynamics, scenario analysis, financial/business projections, financial ratios/trends, etc.  FP&A also serves a key role in driving the integration of USIG’s strategic and financial planning efforts.  In addition, FP&A analyzes USIG conditions in relation to external competitor and industry benchmarks, leads the development of rating agency and board materials, and drives the development of metrics and scorecards to assess USIG performance. 

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY:

The Finance Analyst position is responsible for conducting analysis and developing conclusions that support the following FP&A Strategic Planning & Industry Analysis team objectives:

• Conduct competitor and industry financial analysis (including review of company results in relation to external benchmarks, applicable trends and inter-relationships).
• Develop and maintain performance scorecards and metrics (in relation to the business/strategic objectives and internal benchmarks).
• Oversee the integration of USIG’s strategic and financial planning efforts.
• Conduct investment related analysis (e.g., results, conditions, forecasts, etc.).
• Participate in rating agency and board matters – analysis and reporting (as well as ad hoc and executive management reporting).
• Conduct in CBA support and monitoring for projects, programs and initiatives.
• Function as the liaison with Corporate FP&A and USIG functional areas on plans, forecasts and analysis.
• Function as the liaison with Corporate Controllers on investment information and forecasts.
• Efficiently and effectively manage assigned funds within the Company.
• Conduct research projects and economic studies. 
• Create financial models and conduct forecasting. 
• Present findings and make recommendations to management that result in significant business impact. 
• May develop and implement reporting methods.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS:

This individual in the Finance Analyst position should possess knowledge/skills in relation to financial and analytic activities within the financial services industry.  Some specific attributes include:

• The ability to initiate positive business action based on actionable financial analysis.

• Understanding of financial statements and accounting standards.
• Knowledge of financial dynamics and profitability drivers.
• Experience with financial models and/or analytic tools.
• Analytic and problem solving capabilities.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Self starter with strong motivation.
• Experience in the insurance industry (minimum 2-5 years).
• College degree in accounting, finance or a related field (e.g., mathematics, economics, etc.).
• MBA, CPA or similar designation is a plus.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS: 

• Focus on the Customer: Know your customer well; add value with a level of urgency.
• Act with Integrity. Adhere to a strict code of ethics and MassMutual values; be trustworthy.   
• Value People. Lead people to success; appreciate diverse ideas and experiences
• Work Collaboratively.  Partner with others to achieve results that leverage the right resources
• Achieve Results. Focus on winning; consistently exceed expectations

COMPENSATION:

We pay competitive base salaries and we reward performance. Our salary structure is commensurate with experience. In addition, you will be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits program including medical insurance and 401(K). 

COMPANY CONTACT INFORMATION: 

Michele Equale
Director Executive Recruiting
MassMutual
mequale@massmutual.com
413 744-7678

In addition, if you would like to learn more about MassMutual, please visit www.massmutual.com. 

MassMutual is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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