Director, Capital Planning – Analysis

Unum UK

Director of Capital Planning & Analysis at Unum providing strategic leadership and financial analyses. Leading projects and teams to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness in a large organization.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeChattanooga • Louisiana, Maine, South Carolina, Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $89,900 - $169,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strategic leadership in financial analysis and decision-making, with a strong focus on compliance, process efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration. Possesses expertise in financial services and the ability to influence business outcomes through effective communication and change management.

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Financial AnalysisChange ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationFinancial ReportingCompliance Management

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisFinancial ReportingFinancial PoliciesProcess EfficiencyForecastingData AnalysisTechnical Solutions ImplementationAccounting PrinciplesFinancial Services KnowledgeBudgeting

Soft Skills

Negotiation SkillsConflict ResolutionCoaching and MentoringInfluencing SkillsAgility and Resilience

Tools & Technologies

Financial Reporting SystemsAnalytical ToolsData Visualization SoftwareCollaboration PlatformsAccounting Software

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACMACFAMaster's Degree

Industry Keywords

Finance DepartmentInsurance Sector AccountingCorporate PoliciesRegulatory ComplianceBusiness Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic leadership to business partners across Unum Group
Direct activities and influence business decisions/outcomes
Lead financial analyses with team members to inform business decisions
Collaborate with subject matter experts and provide quality financial analytics
Develop, implement, and adhere to financial policies and procedures
Improve overall operations, consistency, controls, process efficiency, and effectiveness of the enterprise
Maintain cooperative, productive cross-functional partnerships
Model positive change management and lead teams through new operating models
Build agility and resilience within teams and the Finance organization
Provide coaching and mentoring to individuals for potential achievement
Maintain knowledge of Unum Group’s finance functions, processes, reporting systems, and requirements
Lead a team on accurate completion of reporting, analysis, and day to day activities
Act as an expert consultant on financial support to business areas
Review existing accounting, financial reporting, and administrative processes to streamline activities.
Maintain compliance with corporate policies, procedures and controls and external regulatory requirements
Lead business initiatives and projects
Research, recommend, and implement new technical solutions
Present reporting and analysis to senior management
Proactively identify and research unusual trends and make recommendations
Lead detailed analyses and forecasts of complex financial performance
Monitor industry trends and issues supporting business needs and assessing impacts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree, required
At least seven years relevant work experience in the finance department of large corporation.
Master’s degree, CPA, CMA or CFA certification preferred.
Comprehensive knowledge of finance at practical and policy levels and the technical skills required to support it.
Proficient in technology necessary to carry out responsibilities.
In-depth understanding and application of financial services and/or insurance sector accounting preferred.
Strong negotiation and partnership skills, across all levels of management, with ability to influence and challenge decisions and processes.
Ability to frame up issues, options, and solutions using financial data for business decision-making.
Experience navigating change in a positive manner with both individuals and teams.
Experience working with all corporate levels including senior management and external contacts.
Proven ability to work in fast-paced, detailed, and deadline-oriented environment by balancing multiple priorities and resources simultaneously.
Excellent conflict resolution and facilitation skills.
Operates with strong conceptual thinking rather than strictly in a 'rules' framework.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Vision, Dental, Short & Long-Term Disability
Generous PTO (including paid time to volunteer!)
Up to 9.5% 401(k) employer contribution
Mental health support
Career advancement opportunities
Student loan repayment options
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible work environments