Sr. Director Finance - Business Operations

Reporting to the Global Finance Leader for Operations and IT, the Senior Director - Operations Finance is a critical leadership position in the Business Operations & IT finance team – and will provide direct financial leadership in managing the reporting, budgeting, and strategic support for AIG’s Business Operations function – directly supporting a team of regional and product-line Chief Operating Officers (COO’s) on their operating priorities. This will include full budget ownership across General Operating expense and strong partnership with AIG’s Corporate FP&A team with particular focus on Planning, Forecasting, Budgeting & Allocations. Within this role you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of functions while partnering with the respective FP&A Business Partners. You will be instrumental in challenging the status quo, leveraging best practices and proactively leading process improvements with a focus and emphasis on transformation. As a Leader, you are respected for your deep technical expertise and/or ability to oversee programs and processes. You balance the needs of multiple stakeholders, making sound decisions using data, analysis, experience, and judgment, along with a risk mindset. Ultimately, you take ownership for key outcomes. About the role We want to hear from you today if you can: Manage the AIG GOE forecasting and budgeting processes for Business Operations COO portfolio. Partner with AIG Business Operations leadership on implementing, tracking and analyzing operating KPIs to execute on the organization’s operating imperatives. Support Business Partners by providing inputs and insights for Executive Leadership reviews Take the lead on respective functional cost center planning and inputs align with company goals Reviews and challenges planning results and outcomes to identify opportunities Coordinate budget and forecast commentary produced by Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting (PBF) team by function is relevant and actionable. Partner with the IT finance team to streamline financial synergies with Business Operations – including building robust allocation, product/service costing and system capabilities. Ensures post-allocated GOE commentary and results are challenged and transparent for end users Ensures headcount and compensation commentary produced by Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting team (PBF) is relevant and reflects the latest org changes Responsible for cost center level data attribution and works closely with Reporting and Fin Ops teams to process changes and communicate impact to the functions/business Provides commentary and analysis to GOE COE Reporting & Analytics team for inclusion in presentations, memos, and report-outs. Partners closely with GOE COE Business Partners to align on planning objectives, results, and narratives Assist FP&A and CFO teams worldwide in linking functional expenses to post-allocated results Lead ad hoc analytical exercises sponsored by CFOs and business leaders as required Work closely with senior finance leaders on budget target models and impacts What we are looking for: Bachelor's degree with a major in a quantitative field (e.g., Finance, Accounting); Degree in accounting or finance field preferred but not required; advanced degree or CPA a plus 10 years of experience in expense management; experience in financial services industry a plus Process focused mindset. Ability to identify optimal process flows and work with onshore/offshore teams to implement. Ability to communicate complex ideas to senior business leaders, and a desire to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment Ability to integrate strategic and operational information into quantitative analysis and succeed with time, resource, and information constraints Experience in managing a global team Strong attention to detail, organization, and analytical skills Highly motivated, self-starter and ability to multi-task Team player with good problem-solving skills who is willing to learn Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) The ideal candidate should be highly motivated and have experience with quantitative and strategic analysis. • For positions based in Jersey City, NJ, the base salary range is $123,000 -$163,000 and the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. In addition, we’re proud to offer a range of competitive benefits, a summary of which can be viewed here: AIG Benefits Overview. #LI-CS1 A look at our Benefits We're proud to offer a range of employee benefits and resources that help you protect what matters most - your health care, savings, financial protection and wellbeing. We provide a variety of leaves for personal, health, family and military needs. For example, our "Giving Back" program allows you to take up to 16 hours a year to volunteer in your community. Our global mental health and wellness days off provide all colleagues with a paid day off to focus on their mental health and wellbeing. We also believe in fostering our colleagues' development and offer a range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills to position themselves for the next steps of their careers. We have a tuition reimbursement program for eligible colleagues to enhance their education, skills, and knowledge in areas that relate to their current position or future positions to which they may transfer or progress. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer American International Group, Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates are committed to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and its policies and procedures reflect this commitment. We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories such as sexual orientation. At AIG, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our future and our mission – creating a foundation for a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a wide variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our people are not only respected as individuals, but also truly valued for their unique perspectives. To learn more please visit: https://www.aig.com/about-us/diversity-equity-and-inclusion AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with physical or mental disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to complete any part of the application or hiring process, please send an email to candidatecare@aig.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Functional Area: FA - Finance Estimated Travel Percentage (%): Relocation Provided: AIG GLOBAL OPERATIONS, INC. American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a leading global insurance organization. AIG member companies provide a wide range of property casualty insurance, life insurance, retirement solutions and other financial services to customers in approximately 70 countries and jurisdictions. These diverse offerings include products and services that help businesses and individuals protect their assets, manage risks and provide for retirement security. What unites us across all of these offerings is our commitment to helping individuals, businesses and communities prepare for and respond to times of uncertainty. Whether serving those facing natural disasters or millions of Americans striving for a financially secure retirement, we have the specialist expertise to help clients better manage risk. We’re also committed to doing the right thing for our people and the communities where we work and live. It’s why we seek to offer what matters to our ever-diversifying team - like flexible and creative work environments, professional growth opportunities and forums to advocate for one another and incite change. We encourage employees to give back to the causes they care most about, supporting these efforts through our Volunteer Time Off and Matching Grants Programs. Join our Talent Network . Additional information about AIG can be found at www.aig.com | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn. These references with additional information about AIG have been provided as a convenience, and the information contained on such websites is not incorporated by reference into this press release.