Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst

Allianz plc

We are proud to be one of the most trusted insurance and asset management companies, with a workforce as diverse as the world itself. As the trusted insurance partner to over 700,000 customers across Ireland, we have built a brand based on trust, integrity and outstanding customer service for over 100 years.

We strive to deliver fantastic customer experiences through innovative thinking, state of the art technology, excellent training, outstanding customer service, real dedication and team work. As an employer, we truly care for our employees and their individual needs and aspirations. With this in mind we have tailored our work approach to ensure you the flexibility and support needed to excel in your new role.

While the role is officially based in Elm Park, Dublin 4 the team currently uphold a highly flexible hybrid way of working.

The Opportunity

We are now recruiting for an FP&A Analyst to join our finance team at Allianz Ireland. This position reports to the FP&A Manager and includes responsibilities such as providing market insights, overseeing the planning and forecasting processes, and conducting ad hoc analyses to aid in business decision-making.

We are looking for a highly motivated and detail orientated candidate with 2-3 years of experience in an FP&A team in a business, preferably in the insurance industry.

The successful candidate will work closely with all functions within Allianz Ireland and the wider Group Finance function to ensure accurate and timely financial information and insights. Additionally, the role will support the advancement of the Allianz Ireland data strategy through automation and self-serve analytics

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and analysis to provide insights on market trends, competitor performance, and industry benchmarks. Present findings and recommendations to senior management to support strategic decision-making.
• Manage the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support long-term planning and scenario analysis.
• Collaborate with various business functions to gather input and ensure accurate and realistic forecasts.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to support business initiatives and decision-making.
• Analyze financial performance against budget, forecast, and prior periods to identify trends and variances.
• Liaise with all functions within Allianz Ireland to understand their financial needs and provide support as required.
• Work closely with the wider Group Finance function to ensure consistency and accuracy of financial information across the organization.
• Support the advancement of the Allianz Ireland data strategy through automation and self-serve analytics.
• Promote and facilitate the use of self-serve analytics tools across the organization.

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional financial qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA) is preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience in an FP&A team in a business, preferably in the insurance industry.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Proficiency in financial modelling and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with financial planning software and ERP systems is a plus.
• Experience with Power BI or other data visualization tools is a bonus.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple

61201 | Finance & Accounting | Professional | Non-Executive | Allianz Ireland | Full-Time | Permanent

Allianz Group is one of the most trusted insurance and asset management companies in the world. Caring for our employees, their ambitions, dreams and challenges, is what makes us a unique employer. Together we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the confidence to explore, to grow and to shape a better future for our customers and the world around us. 
We at Allianz believe in a diverse and inclusive workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work, no matter where you are from, what you look like, who you love or what you believe in.
We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, disability or sexual orientation.
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