IT Financial Management Intern (US) presso Odyssey Group / Odyssey Reinsurance

Odyssey Reinsurance Company (OdysseyRe) is the global reinsurance arm of Odyssey Group, one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance and specialty insurance. OdysseyRe offers a broad range of property, casualty, and specialty reinsurance products, providing capital and risk management solutions for clients to efficiently manage economic risk through a network of branch and representative offices across North America, Latin America, EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa), AsiaPacific and London.

OdysseyRe is an equal opportunity employer with excellent benefits and a strong commitment to providing training and opportunities for our staff. We provide employees an innovative, enriching environment and take great pride in their career growth.

OdysseyRe is rated A+ (Superior) by AM Best and A+ (Strong) by Standard and Poor’s. Odyssey Group is a subsidiary of Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited, which is traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol FFH.

Job Title: IT Financial Management Intern
Location: Stamford, CT / Hybrid
Department: IT Finance / Corporate Finance
Reports to: IT Financial Management Lead

About Us:

We are a leading global reinsurance and insurance provider, committed to delivering innovative risk solutions and long-term value to clients worldwide. Our dynamic IT Financial Management team plays a key role in aligning technology investments with business goals through financial insight and governance.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented intern to join our IT Financial Management team. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the financial operations of a global insurance enterprise, with a focus on IT financial planning and analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and evaluation of business cases for IT initiatives, including return on investment (ROI), total cost of ownership (TCO), and value realization.
• Support budget development and forecasting processes for global IT spend, including data collection, consolidation, and reconciliation.
• Conduct variance analysis on IT expenses vs. budget/forecast, identifying key drivers and trends.
• Help prepare executive-level presentations that summarize financial results, project performance, and strategic recommendations.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings with Finance, IT, and Project Management teams to gather financial insights and contribute to reporting.
• Collaborate on process improvement initiatives related to IT financial governance and reporting.
• Leverage Excel, PowerPoint, and financial planning tools to deliver accurate and meaningful financial data.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong interest in the intersection of finance, technology, and business strategy.
• Solid analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with financial systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Anaplan) is a plus.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, global environment.
• High level of attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

What You Will Gain:

• Exposure to the financial operations of a global IT organization.
• Real-world experience with financial modeling, analysis, and executive reporting.
• Mentorship from experienced finance professionals in the insurance and technology sectors.
• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects that impact global financial planning and decision-making.

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