Partner with PM&A to translate annuity results, forecasts, and key drivers into clear insights for leadership
Support development of annuity sales forecasts in collaboration with Business Development, Sales Distribution, and PM&A
Create executive‑ready materials and messaging for senior leadership discussions and forums
Conduct proactive business analysis to address open‑ended questions on emerging trends and developments impacting the annuity business
Shape how key metrics and KPIs are analyzed and communicated, including dashboards and visualizations relied upon by leadership
Become the go-to resource on key performance drivers, serving as a data expert supporting business cases, projects, pricing needs, and strategic studies.
Ideal Qualifications
A self-motivated, highly detail-oriented problem solver who takes ownership, follows through, and can independently drive work to completion.
Experience in financial reporting, forecasting, or analysis.
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
Ability to translate data into clear business insights for non‑technical audiences
Comfortable working cross‑functionally in a fast‑paced environment.
Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, including comfort with large data sets, complex formulas, data visualization, and executive-ready presentations.
This role does not qualify for employer sponsored work authorization. Nationwide does not participate in the STEM OPT extension program.
Internal Compensation Grade: G3
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Job Description Summary
Job Description
Makes effective decisions in a timely manner within the context of own objectives with a view to seeking opportunities outside normal objective boundaries; seeks to understand how decisions can have an effect on other areas.
Searches for ways to make existing processes more efficient while driving quality outcomes
Communicates a logical view of own work streams effectively, in a way that helps others understand and feel how business outcomes will be different as a result of the project/decision; seeks to develop business options into recommendations
Helps others to think about their work from a different angle; brings insights to team members based on expertise in areas they support.
Asks the right questions to gain an understanding of the topic and attempts to get at root problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; shows ability to generate and evaluate alternatives
Supports changes being employed to move organization toward the use of new technologies or into new endeavors; seeks to influence team members to understand and accept changes; offers to be part of the new changes within the organization.
Keeps informed of new methods and technologies that will affect and improve own work and the work of team members; advocates for these new ideas that will move the team forward.
Able to recogniz
Benefits
Remote work options
Additional Information
As a team member in Finance at Nationwide, a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales, the opportunities are endless! Let Nationwide help create your career journey! At Nationwide®, "on your side" goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we're looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.
This role on the Annuity Financial Reporting team supports financial reporting, forecasting, and strategic analysis for Nationwide's annuity business. The Advisor will work at the intersection of Annuities and Finance, partnering closely with PM&A and business teams to turn results and forecasts into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership.
As part of a lean, high‑impact Finance team, you will play a key role in shaping how annuity performance, forecasts, and business drivers are communicated and understood across the organization. This position offers direct exposure to senior leadership and opportunities to contribute to strategic decision‑making.
Work Location / Hybrid
It is our intention to fill this role in Columbus, OH working at least 2 days in the downtown office to align with broader Finance expectations. However, applications from candidates working remotely who bring critical industry skills and relevant experience may be considered.
Nationwide · Ohio - Columbus, One Nationwide Plaza