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Matthew Strong

@matthewstrong

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Experienced business leader with a focus on analytics and team development.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning, where I can leverage my analytics expertise to drive strategic initiatives.

I am a well-rounded business professional with over 10 years of experience leading teams in finance, accounting, and data analytics. My career has been dedicated to fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams to achieve strategic and operational goals. I believe in the importance of putting people first and building strong, trusting relationships based on transparency and mutual respect.

In my most recent role as Director of Reporting at Liberty Mutual, I led a team focused on strategic reporting and analytics, specializing in automated reporting solutions using Power BI and SQL. I have successfully managed large-scale initiatives and developed strong partnerships across the organization, emphasizing trust and effective communication. My commitment to employee development has resulted in high engagement and morale within my teams.

Currently, I teach business analytics and leadership courses at Southern New Hampshire University, where I continue to share my passion for data and analytics with the next generation of business leaders. I am dedicated to creating great workplaces and take pride in supporting my colleagues and students in their growth and success.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Business Analytics Adjunct Faculty

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Southern New Hampshire University

Feb 2025 - Present (5 months)

Teaches online undergraduate business analytics and business leadership courses as part of a global program focused on adult education. Evaluates student work, provides feedback and guidance to help students learn concepts and meet class expectations and goals.

Business Analytics Business Leadership Online Teaching Curriculum Development

Director of Reporting, People, Purpose & Brand Analytics

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Mar 2021 - Jun 2025 (4 years 3 months)

Led a strategic reporting team, providing technical consulting, reporting, and data support for strategic talent priorities and global operations. Specialized in building automated, self-service reporting solutions using Power BI, leveraging SQL and Power Query for modeling and advanced DAX functions.

Power BI SQL Power Query DAX Data Modeling Data Analytics Stakeholder Management Team Leadership Report Automation

Principal Financial Analyst, Technology Finance

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Sep 2018 - Feb 2021 (2 years 5 months)

Led Technology Finance consolidated reporting following Apptio implementation and TBM taxonomy adoption, working with Tech leadership to build data and reporting requirements. Created a centralized Tech expense model in Power BI to drive consistency in data and metrics for Tech expense insights.

Financial Analysis Power BI Data Modeling Budgeting Financial Reporting Agile Methodologies Stakeholder Management

Manager, Accounting & Financial Reporting, Technology Finance

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Feb 2016 - Sep 2018 (2 years 7 months)

Managed Technology Finance consolidated reporting and led a team of analysts and accountants responsible for all Tech-related accounting. Curated a future skills training program for Corporate Finance employees focused on project management, data visualization, and storytelling.

Accounting Financial Reporting Team Leadership Project Management Data Visualization Storytelling Financial Analysis Expense Management Internal Controls Training Development

Supervising Financial Analyst, Commercial Insurance

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Nov 2014 - Feb 2016 (1 year 3 months)

Led small teams of financial analysts and accountants supporting the Commercial Insurance organization, providing detailed reporting and analysis for small and mid-size commercial insurance. Supervised monthly financial book close processes for both GAAP and Statutory reporting.

Financial Analysis Commercial Insurance GAAP Team Leadership Financial Reporting Process Improvement Project Management Accounting

Supervising Accountant, Commercial Insurance

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Jun 2013 - Nov 2014 (1 year 5 months)

Supervised monthly financial book close processes for both GAAP and Statutory reporting, coordinating with business systems partners and Finance leadership. Played a lead role in strategy and execution of accounting activity supporting company reorganizations.

Accounting Financial Reporting GAAP Process Improvement Project Management Financial Analysis Team Leadership

Senior Accountant, Commercial Insurance

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Nov 2012 - Jun 2013 (7 months)

Supported the Commercial Insurance organization by providing detailed and actionable reporting and analysis for the small and mid-size commercial insurance book of business. Played a lead role in a project to centralize, streamline, and automate agent profit sharing agreement forecast and expense accrual.

Financial Analysis Commercial Insurance Financial Reporting Process Automation Project Management Accounting Data Analysis Reporting Financial Operations

Accountant

Liberty Mutual Agency Corporation

Jul 2011 - Nov 2012 (1 year 4 months)

Supported financial operations and played a lead role in a project to successfully centralize, streamline, and automate agent profit sharing agreement (PSA) forecast and expense accrual across nine small commercial insurance regions in the U.S. Contributed to financial reporting and analysis.

Accounting Financial Reporting Process Automation Project Management Data Analysis Financial Operations Commercial Insurance Forecasting Reporting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of New Hampshire

Bachelor of Science, Accounting & Finance

Grade: 4.0/4.0

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting & Finance, demonstrating strong foundational knowledge in financial principles and practices. Graduated with a perfect GPA of 4.0/4.0, highlighting academic excellence.

Southern New Hampshire University

Master of Business Administration, Information Systems & Business Analytics

Grade: 3.3/4.0

Completed a Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Information Systems & Business Analytics. Achieved a GPA of 3.3/4.0, focusing on advanced business strategies and data-driven decision-making.