• Job Description

  Req#: 81009

  Head of Strategic Finance, US

  Aon is seeking a Head of Strategic Finance reporting directly to the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. This is an outstanding opportunity to be the central point for the CFO to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in developing and driving the strategic business agenda for Aon. We are a high performing team that meets in person to build relationships with stakeholders, learn, teach and collaborate. This role is based in New York and given flexibility to work remotely.

  Aon is in the business of better decisions

  At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

  As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

  What the day will look like

  The Head of Strategic Finance will play a pivotal role in Aon’s Finance function, contributing to the overall success and strategic direction of the organization. This role will collaborate closely with various teams across the function and with the business.

  • Lead the firm’s Strategic Plan process and goal setting in coordination with Corporate Planning
  • Structure the Monthly Business Reviews in collaboration with the Regional and Solution Line teams and participate in senior leader meetings
  • Support the preparation and execution of the quarterly earning's call – including scripts and Board materials
  • Analyze market trends and opportunity and inform the executive management team about key competitor performance
  • Oversee and coordinate strategic projects ensuring timely and successful completion, coordinating across the departments
  • Lead the communication between the CFO and other business and functional areas
  • Support the coordination and preparation for all meetings/events chaired and/or attended by the Executive Vice President/ CFO

  How this opportunity is different

  This is highly visible role that will lead and drive key strategic initiatives that will increase organizational capability and efficiency, including change initiatives, employee engagement, communications, project management, new business ventures and operations.

  Skills and experience that will lead to success

  • Proven track record of driving successful strategic initiatives, identifying opportunities and motivating change through creativity, relationship building and focused execution
  • Exceptional strategic thinking and analytical skills
  • Executive presence, communication and influencing skills;
  • Ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships across all levels of the organisation; being able to plan and organize with and through people at all levels of the organization is critical to success
  • A creative and curious problem solver who brings innovative ideas, new perspectives and passion, both conceptual and analytical; strong communications skills
  • Inquisitive on industry trends and standard methodologies
  • Being pro-active, anticipating needs and staying out ahead of them.
  • Ability to formulate clear and concise executive messages to internal and external audiences on sophisticated topics.
  • Must be flexible and have a comfort level with working in an often-ambiguous environment.
  • Passion to challenge the status quo and find new solutions that drive out of the box ideas – appreciate and embraces change.
  • 10+ years proven experience in a financial strategy or related roles
  • Bachelor degree in a relevant field with extensive industry experience, MBA or relevant master’s degree or equivalent years of industry experience

  How we support our colleagues

  In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!

  Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

  Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

  Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.

  We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com

  For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.

  Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

  Pay Transparency Laws:

  The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $250,000 - $370,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location.

  The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of New York. The actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.

  This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon’s annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.

  A summary of all the benefits offered for that position:

  Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance. This role does not accrue vacation. Rather, this role is eligible to take paid time off at the discretion of the employee and management in accordance with Company policy and practices. Various other types of leaves of absence; paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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  Head of Strategic Finance, US

  Aon is seeking a Head of Strategic Finance reporting directly to the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. This is an outstanding opportunity to be the central point for the CFO to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in developing and driving the strategic business agenda for Aon. We are a high performing team that meets in person to build relationships with stakeholders, learn, teach and collaborate. This role is based in New York and given flexibility to work remotely.

  Aon is in the business of better decisions

  At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

  As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

  What the day will look like

  The Head of Strategic Finance will play a pivotal role in Aon’s Finance function, contributing to the overall success and strategic direction of the organization. This role will collaborate closely with various teams across the function and with the business.

  • Lead the firm’s Strategic Plan process and goal setting in coordination with Corporate Planning
  • Structure the Monthly Business Reviews in collaboration with the Regional and Solution Line teams and participate in senior leader meetings
  • Support the preparation and execution of the quarterly earning's call – including scripts and Board materials
  • Analyze market trends and opportunity and inform the executive management team about key competitor performance
  • Oversee and coordinate strategic projects ensuring timely and successful completion, coordinating across the departments
  • Lead the communication between the CFO and other business and functional areas
  • Support the coordination and preparation for all meetings/events chaired and/or attended by the Executive Vice President/ CFO

  How this opportunity is different

  This is highly visible role that will lead and drive key strategic initiatives that will increase organizational capability and efficiency, including change initiatives, employee engagement, communications, project management, new business ventures and operations.

  Skills and experience that will lead to success

  • Proven track record of driving successful strategic initiatives, identifying opportunities and motivating change through creativity, relationship building and focused execution
  • Exceptional strategic thinking and analytical skills
  • Executive presence, communication and influencing skills;
  • Ability to work collaboratively and build strong relationships across all levels of the organisation; being able to plan and organize with and through people at all levels of the organization is critical to success
  • A creative and curious problem solver who brings innovative ideas, new perspectives and passion, both conceptual and analytical; strong communications skills
  • Inquisitive on industry trends and standard methodologies
  • Being pro-active, anticipating needs and staying out ahead of them.
  • Ability to formulate clear and concise executive messages to internal and external audiences on sophisticated topics.
  • Must be flexible and have a comfort level with working in an often-ambiguous environment.
  • Passion to challenge the status quo and find new solutions that drive out of the box ideas – appreciate and embraces change.
  • 10+ years proven experience in a financial strategy or related roles
  • Bachelor degree in a relevant field with extensive industry experience, MBA or relevant master’s degree or equivalent years of industry experience

  How we support our colleagues

  In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working!

  Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

  Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

  Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.

  We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com

  For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.

  Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

  Pay Transparency Laws:

  The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $250,000 - $370,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location.

  The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of New York. The actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.

  This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon’s annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.

  A summary of all the benefits offered for that position:

  Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance. This role does not accrue vacation. Rather, this role is eligible to take paid time off at the discretion of the employee and management in accordance with Company policy and practices. Various other types of leaves of absence; paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

• About the company

  Aon plc is a large British global professional services firm that sells a range of financial risk-mitigation products, including insurance, pension administration, and health-insurance plans.

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