AVP, FPA Expenses
- Company: AmTrust Financial Services
- Location: Jersey City, NJ
- Work mode: On-site
- Job type: Full-Time
- Posted: 2026-09-29
OVERVIEW
Role Summary
We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Manager to support FP&A activities related to expense analysis, planning, and reporting.
This is a high-impact role requiring strong ownership, technical capability, and a hands-on approach to financial analysis. The role will partner closely with business stakeholders and finance teams to support expense management, budgeting, and allocations, while driving process improvements and automation across FP&A.
The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset, with the ability to leverage data, systems, and emerging tools – including AI – to improve efficiency and insight generation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Responsibilities
* Analyze expenses across business units, including variance analysis (actual vs. budget, prior periods, and key drivers)
* Support budgeting and forecasting processes for expenses, including development of allocation methodologies and cost drivers
* Contribute to the design and implementation of expense planning processes within Oracle or similar systems
* Develop, maintain, and enhance datasets, reports, and dashboards using Excel, Power Query, and Power BI
* Work with large, structured datasets, ensuring data accuracy and consistency across reporting and planning outputs
* Identify opportunities to improve expense reporting processes and drive automation of recurring workflows
* Identify and support practical applications of automation and AI to enhance financial analysis, reporting, and efficiency
* Partner with business and functional teams to support understanding of expense drivers and financial results
* Prepare clear, structured analyses and presentations for finance and business stakeholders
* Ensure strong documentation, controls, and reconciliation of expense data and reporting outputs
* Support ad hoc analysis and special projects as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications & Experience
* Solid understanding of financial concepts and expense management as well as strong familiarity with insurance industry concepts
* Experience in FP&A, expense reporting, or financial analysis within a corporate environment
* Strong analytical mindset with exceptional attention to detail
* Advanced Excel skills; proficiency with Power Query and/or Power BI preferred
* Experience working with financial systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Hyperion/FCCS) or similar enterprise tools
* Experience working with large datasets and supporting data-driven reporting processes
* Demonstrated experience improving processes, automating workflows, or enhancing reporting efficiency
* Exposure to data analytics tools or AI-driven solutions in a finance context preferred
* Strong communication skills with ability to effectively partner with non-finance stakeholders
* Experience in expense reporting, cost allocations, or budgeting processes is a strong plus
* Experience in Big 4 or similar environment is a plus
Key Competencies
* Extreme attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
* Ability to operate independently and take full ownership of deliverables
* Ability to “roll up sleeves” and work in the details while maintaining a high-level perspective
* Strong business partnering skills and ability to communicate financial concepts clearly
* Quick learner with strong intellectual curiosity and adaptability
* Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
* Continuous improvement mindset with focus on automation, efficiency, and innovation
* Comfortable working with large datasets and evolving processes