Senior Analyst Risk Finance
Tyson Foods
Springdale, AR · Posted October 9, 2026
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Summary
The Senior Financial Analyst – Risk Finance plays a key role in supporting the company’s risk financing strategy through accurate loss reporting, financial controls, and data analytics. This position is responsible for managing Workers’ Compensation and Liability claim payment reporting to the company’s insurance captive, maintaining loss data for actuarial analysis, and ensuring compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) financial control requirements. This role partners closely with claims, actuarial, accounting, and external service providers to ensure data integrity, financial accuracy, and timely reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Loss Reporting & Captive Financial Support
Prepare and submit monthly Workers’ Co mpensation and Liability claim payment reports to the company’s insurance captive
Reconcile and validate claim payment activity across internal systems and third-party administrators
Support captive financial reporting by ensuring completeness and accuracy of loss data
Actuarial Data & Reserve Support
Maintain and update loss data files for quarterly actuarial reserve reviews
Coordinate with actuarial partners to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of data submissions
Assist in analyzing loss trends and claim development to support reserve adequacy and renewal processes
SOX Controls & Financial Compliance
Prepare and execute monthly and quarterly Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) financial controls related to loss reporting and captive accounting
Document and maintain control support in compliance with audit requirements
Partner with internal and external auditors to support testing and review processes
Data Analytics & Process Improvement
Identify discrepancies, trends, and opportunities for improvement in claims and financial reporting data
Enhance reporting processes, controls, and data quality within risk finance systems
Support ad hoc analysis related to insurance programs, loss experience, and risk financing initiatives
Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in business related program or equivalent education and or work experience with an emphasis in math statistics accounting and or finance required.
3+ years of experience in finance, accounting, insurance, or risk management. 2 plus years of analytical experience strongly preferred.
Strong understanding of Workers’ Compensation and Liability claims and loss data preferred
Experience with financial controls, SOX compliance, or audit support preferred
Advanced Excel skills with ability to manage large data sets and perform reconciliations; experience utilizing Copilot and Claude preferred
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Key Success Factors
High attention to detail and data accuracy
Ability to manage recurring monthly/quarterly reporting deadlines
Strong collaboration across finance, claims, and actuarial teams
Continuous improvement mindset toward processes and controls
All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.
Relocation Assistance Eligible: No
Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America)
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