Position Summary

The Senior Business Operations Associate is a key member of the operations team supporting data management, client reporting, trade processes, and problem resolution. This person will work closely with the Business Operations Manager and the operations team to ensure the integrity of the data systems. This position requires strong computer skills, attention to detail, a positive professional attitude, and ability to work in a team environment.

What will your job entail?

Job Responsibilities:
• Identify and drive process improvements, including the creation of standard and ad-hoc reports, tools, and Excel dashboards.
• Increase productivity by developing automated reporting/forecasting tools.
• Perform market research, data mining, business intelligence, and valuation comps.
• Maintain a strong financial analysis foundation creating forecasts and models.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel is mentioned in virtually any financial analyst job description; familiarity with data query/data management tools is extremely helpful (Access, SQL, Business Objects).
• Must possess excellent communication and presentation skills, and be comfortable interacting with executive-level management.
• Strong financial modeling experience.
• Guide cost analysis process by establishing and enforcing policies and procedures; providing trends and forecasts; explaining processes and techniques; recommending actions.
• Improve financial status by analyzing results; monitoring variances; identifying trends; recommending actions to management.


Work Experience and Education:
· Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience.

Licenses & Certifications:
· Certified Management Accountant (CMA) is preferred.

Technical/Functional Skills:
· Knowledge Of Insurance Industry
· Lean Tools and Techniques
· Automation
· Policy Formulation
· Agile Methodology
· Financial Knowledge

Behavioral Skills:
· Effective Communication
· Interpersonal Skills
· Attention to Detail
· Decision Making
· Problem-Solving
· Continuous Learning

Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.

How We Support Our Teammates 

Ryan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them — and their family members — achieve their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals. In addition to paid time off fo