Description

Company Description:

**January 2027 Start Date**

Aspida is a tech-driven, nimble insurance carrier. Backed by Ares Management Corporation, a leading global alternative asset manager, we offer simple and secure retirement solutions and annuity products with speed and precision. More than that, we’re in the business of protecting dreams; those of our partners, our producers, and especially our clients. Our suite of products, available through our elegant and intuitive digital platform, focuses on secure, stable retirement solutions with attractive features and downside protection. A subsidiary of Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) acts as the dedicated investment manager, capital solutions and corporate development partner to Aspida.  For more information, please visit www.aspida.com or follow them on LinkedIn. 

Who We Are:

Sometimes, a group of people come together and create something amazing. They don’t let egos get in the way. They don’t settle for the status quo, and they don’t complain when things get tough. Instead, they see a common vision for the future and each person makes an unspoken commitment to building that future together. That’s the culture, the moxie, and the story of Aspida.

Our business focuses on annuities and life insurance. At first, it might not sound flashy, but that’s why we’re doing things differently than everyone else in our industry. We’re dedicated to developing data-driven tech solutions, providing amazing customer experiences, and applying an entrepreneurial spirit to everything we do. Our work ethic is built on three main tenets: Get $#!+ Done, Do It with Moxie, and Have Fun. If this sounds like the place for you, read on, and then apply at aspida.com/careers.

What We Are Looking For:

The Finance Rotational Program is looking to add innovative, ambitious, and dedicated employees to the team! This program will help to expose you to the main financial functions at Aspida and develop a deeper, cross-functional understanding of finance as a whole. During this rotational program, you will rotate 4 times over 2 years, to spend about 6 months in each functional group. You get will experience working in FP&A, Accounting, Strategy, and Treasury with opportunities to grow your experience within Tax, Investment Accounting, and Internal Audit. This role is required to be onsite 3 days a week at our Durham, NC headquarters.

What You Will Learn:

• Ensuring sufficient liquidity for day-to-day operations and maintaining cash flow.
• Presenting key metrics in a clear and concise manner, tailoring to needs of stakeholders.
• Keeping track of industry trends, technological advancements, and regulatory changes that may influence market landscape. 
• Using market insights and business data to project future trends, guide strategic decisions, and align business objectives with market opportunities. 
• Tracking and forecasting cash inflows and outflows to ensure sufficient liquidity
• Ensuring cash records, bank statements, and financial accounts are frequently and accurately reconciled to detect discrepancies and maintain accurate reporting 
• Keeping thorough and standardized format for submitted detailed financial and operational data

What We Provide:

• Salaried, DOE
• Long-Term Incentive Plan
• Full-Time
• Full Benefits Package Available

What We Believe:

At Aspida Financial Services, LLC, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As such, Aspida does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items.

Requirements

What We Require:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administrations, or related fields.  
• Familiarity with of Microsoft Excel, financial modeling, and accounting software
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for presenting financial insights and collaborating with different teams
• Interest in the finance industry and desire to build a diverse set of finance skills