Senior Financial Analyst

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Senior Financial Analyst to join our Financial Planning & Analysis Expense Team. This role will primarily focus on the Information Technology department expenses and serve as a critical business partner to IT leadership. They will drive the annual budget process, identify operational efficiencies, and performance analysis to enable data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate has experience with accounting and financial planning functions utilizing Oracle and Excel.

They will use their analytical and communication skills to drive continuous improvement within the IT cost structures.

This is a hybrid role working partially in-office (Lincoln, NE) and partially from home.

What you do:

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):

• Perform monthly variance analysis of actuals vs. budget/forecast; identify drivers and recommend corrective actions.
• Partner with IT leadership to develop annual budgets, forecasts, and multi-year financial plans aligned with strategic objectives.
• Monitor and track IT spend, including capital expenditures (Cap Ex), operational expenditures (OpEx), and project-related costs.
• Analyze financial impact of IT initiatives and system implementations with a heavy emphasis on software expenditures.

Operational Finance & Support:

• Support IT leadership and managers including purchase order tracking, invoice validation/coding, accruals, and spend analysis.
• Coordinate with procurement and accounts payable teams to ensure timely processing and reconciliation of expenses.
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation in accordance with internal controls and audit requirements.

Reporting & Insights:

• Prepare and deliver regular financial reports and dashboards for IT and Finance leadership.
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to improve IT cost efficiency and optimize resource allocation.
• Support financial models to related to strategic initiatives, cost modeling and outsourcing scenarios.
• Provide ad hoc reporting and information to leadership as requested.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or related field required.
• 1–3 years of experience in FP&A, financial operations, or business finance required.
• Strong Excel, financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills required.
• Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills required.
• High attention to detail with strong problem‑solving and continuous improvement mindset required.
• Experience supporting IT or technology functions preferred.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle Financials (Hyperion Smart View), Oracle ERP/EPB, or similar systems preferred.
• Proficiency in Power BI, including data modeling, dashboards, and report automation preferred.

What we offer:

A meaningful mission. Great benefits. A vibrant culture
Ameritas is an insurance, financial services and employee benefits provider Our purpose is fulfilling life. It means helping all kinds of people, at every age and stage, get more out of life.
At Ameritas, you’ll find energizing work challenges. Flexible hybrid work options. Time for family and community. But dig deeper. Benefits at Ameritas cover things you expect -- and things you don’t:

Ameritas Benefits
For your money:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and quarterly contribution.

• Tuition Reimbursement and Assistance.

• Incentive Program Bonuses.

• Competitive Pay.

For your time:

• Flexible Hybrid work.

• Thrive Days - Personal time off.

• Paid time off (PTO).

For your health and well-being:

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Health Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision.

• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution.

• Well-being programs with financial rewards.

• Employee assistance program (EAP).

For your professional growth:

• Professional development programs.

• Leadership development programs.

• Employee resource groups.

• Strengths Finder Program.

For your community:

• Matching donations program.

• Paid volunteer time– 8 hours per month.

For your family:

• Generous paid maternity leave and paternity leave.

• Fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance.

• Backup child, elder and pet care support.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Ameritas has a reputation as a company that cares, and because everyone should feel safe bringing their authentic, whole self to work, we’re committed to an inclusive culture and diverse workplace, enriched by our individual differences. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that hires based on qualifications, positive attitude, and exemplary work ethic, regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Final date to receive applications
This position will be open for a minimum of 3 business days or until filled.

This position is not open to individuals who are temporarily authorized to work in the U.S.

Pay:

$59,222.00

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$94,756.00