FBS Finance Director

FBS – Farmer Business Services is part of Farmers Insurance operations with the purpose of building a global approach to identifying, recruiting, hiring, and retaining top talent. By combining international reach with US expertise, we build diverse and high-performing teams that are equipped to thrive in today’s competitive marketplace.

We believe that the foundation of every successful business lies in having the right people with the right skills. That is where we come in - helping Farmers build a winning team that delivers consistent and sustainable results.

Since we don’t have a local legal entity, we’ve partnered with Capgemini, which acts as the Employer of Record. Capgemini is responsible for managing local payroll and benefits.

What to expect on your journey with us:

A solid and innovative company with a strong market presence

A dynamic, diverse, and multicultural work environment

Leaders with deep market knowledge and strategic vision

Continuous learning and development

This leadership role will support the Finance organization by driving financial planning, forecasting, performance management, and strategic decision-making across multiple business units. The position will partner closely with senior business leaders to provide financial insights, improve operational efficiency, and support enterprise growth initiatives.

The role requires a balance of strategic thinking, executive stakeholder management, financial expertise, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in a highly matrixed environment.

Requirements

Ideal Candidate Profile:

10+ years of progressive experience in Finance, FP&A, Corporate Finance, or Strategic Finance.

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.

Prior leadership experience managing finance teams. (Manager, etc)

Expertise in forecasting, financial modeling, portfolio planning, and P&L management.

Proven ability to influence business decisions through data-driven financial insights.

Track record of driving growth, profitability, process optimization, or automation initiatives.

Insurance industry experience preferred; banking or financial services experience also considered.

Fluent English communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

Lead annual operating planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes.

Provide financial insights and recommendations to executive leaders.

Develop financial models to evaluate business performance and strategic initiatives.

Drive monthly and quarterly business reviews.

Identify business risks and opportunities through financial analysis.

Partner with business leaders to improve profitability and operational effectiveness.

Establish KPIs and performance management frameworks.

Present financial results and recommendations to senior leadership.

Lead and develop a team of finance professionals.

Ensure adherence to financial governance and internal controls.

Support strategic projects, investments, and business cases.

Support aggressive growth targets while ensuring forecast accuracy and financial discipline.

Balance enterprise growth expectations against actual market performance and business realities.

Consolidate financial planning across multiple sales channels and product portfolios.

Enable faster and more effective business decisions through financial insights and forecasting models.

Technical & Business Skills

Excel (Advanced Financial Modeling)

Office 360 (PPT, Copilot - big plus)

AI Management

SAP, Oracle and Hyperion nice to have

Power BI nice to have

Working Hours

6am - 3pm PST (Flexibility on the backend)

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package:

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package

Career development and training opportunities

Flexible work arrangements (remote and/or office-based)

Dynamic and inclusive work culture within a globally renowned group

Private Health Insurance

Pension Plan

Paid Time Off

Training & Development

Note: Benefits differ based on employee level.