Senior Financial Analyst – Small Business Finance

The Hartford

Senior Financial Analyst supporting financial reporting, planning, and decision-making for Small Business at The Hartford. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver insights and improve forecasting accuracy.

Posted 4/24/2026full-timeHartford • Connecticut • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $83,200 - $124,800 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Produce accurate and timely reporting packages for Small Business (e.g., monthly business reviews, supporting exhibits, performance dashboards)
Develop clear, thoughtful commentary on results and trends in a way non-finance partners can understand
Help drive improved reporting capabilities, including predictive and prescriptive analytics
Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial cycles including Budget, Outlook, and long-term strategic plan
Develop driver‑based forecasts and proactively identify emerging risks and opportunities
Prepare variance analysis vs. Budget, Outlook, and Prior Year; synthesize insights for Finance and business leadership
Build strong relationships with Small Business partners, (underwriting, product, strategy, actuarial) providing clear financial guidance to influence decision‑making
Deliver analytics and insights on growth, profitability, expenses, and operational performance
Respond to ad‑hoc requests and support strategic initiatives across the segment
Identify opportunities to streamline recurring forecast, reporting, and analytical activities
Help advance automation, including use of TM1, Python, Power BI, and emerging analytics tools, including the use of AI
Contribute to modernization efforts aligned with enterprise data and reporting initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
Demonstrated strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a proven ability to derive insights from complex data
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for financial analysis and reporting
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and influence stakeholders at multiple levels
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
Preferred MBA, CPA or relevant advanced credential
Knowledge of TM1, Python, Power BI, or other enterprise reporting tools
Experience supporting P&C insurance or financial services
Familiarity with automation, data visualization, and emerging technologies

Benefits

Comp & perks

short-term or annual bonuses
long-term incentives
on-the-spot recognition

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial analysisvariance analysispredictive analyticsprescriptive analyticsdriver-based forecastingdata synthesisreporting capabilitiesautomation

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillsinfluencing skillsrelationship buildingprioritizationtime management

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in FinanceBachelor’s degree in AccountingBachelor’s degree in EconomicsMBACPA