Finance Data Analyst
Farmers Mutual of Nebraska
Accounting & Finance, IT, Data Science
Lincoln, NE, USA
FMNE Insurance is seeking a Finance Data Analyst to join our Financial Reporting team at our Lincoln District Office. We are looking for a collaborative, curious, and detail-oriented professional who enjoys working across teams and translating complex financial needs into clear, practical reporting solutions. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who builds trusted relationships, asks thoughtful questions, and brings a problem-solving mindset to improving how financial data is used and understood.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Please supply a cover letter and resume. Applications with cover letters will be given preferential review.
Join a stable, values-driven company with deep Midwest roots. If our core values resonate with you, we encourage you to apply today.
Core values include: Integrity - Service - Excellence - Stability - Strength - Respect - Teamwork
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, a generous 401(k), pension plan, wellness programs, and a hybrid work model for eligible employees.
Role Overview
The Finance Data Analyst is responsible for delivering accurate, timely, and insightful financial and operational reporting to support FMNE’s accounting, finance, and compliance needs. This role partners closely with Financial Reporting, Accounting, Actuarial, and IT teams to design, build, and maintain Workday financial reports and dashboards, ensuring data integrity and alignment with insurance regulatory and business requirements.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates the Company’s mission, while successfully performing its core values related to integrity, service, excellence, stability, strength, respect, and teamwork.
- Design, develop and maintain Workday financial management reports and dashboards including:
- Standard, matrix, composite, and advanced reports.
- Calculated fields and condition rules.
- Support reporting across key insurance finance areas including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Management, Billing, and Revenue.
- Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and governance across Workday financials.
- Partner with Accounting and Financial Reporting to resolve data discrepancies and improve data quality.
- Support data validation during month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles.
- Develop reporting solutions for management to support insurance-specific requirements including:
- Statutory reporting.
- Regulatory audits and examinations.
- MAR and internal control reporting.
- Document report logic, data sources, and business definitions to support audit and compliance reviews.
- Partner with Financial Reporting, Accounting, Executive, and FP&A teams to understand reporting needs and translate them into Workday solutions.
- Provide end-user support and training for Workday financial reports.
- Serve as a subject-matter expert for Workday financial reporting capabilities.
- Identify opportunities to automate recurring reports and improve reporting efficiency.
- Stay current on Workday releases and new reporting features.
- Support Workday financial enhancements, testing cycles, and system upgrades.
- Lead various reporting projects, as directed by management.
- Regular and prompt attendance in the office is an essential function of the position.
In addition to the duties and responsibilities set forth above, the employee occasionally may be asked to assist in other duties throughout the company on an as-needed basis. At no time will any employee be required to perform any duties, which they are not mentally or physically capable of performing.
Skills and Qualifications
- Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or related field.
- 3–7+ years of experience in financial reporting, data analytics, or financial systems.
- Hands-on experience with Workday Financial Management reporting.
- Strong understanding of financial accounting concepts and reporting processes.
- Experience working in or supporting an insurance or financial services organization.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Preferred:
- Experience with insurance statutory reporting or regulatory environments.
- Workday Financials certification(s) or implementation experience.
- Experience with data visualization or BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
- Knowledge of MAR controls and audit support.
- Advanced Excel skills.
FMNE Insurance Company recognizes that an individual with a disability may require accommodation to enable them to successfully perform a job function. Should you require such accommodation, please indicate the job function and suggested accommodation during the interview process. FMNE will attempt to make reasonable accommodation.