Troy Helmle
About Troy Helmle
Troy Helmle serves as the Director of Finance and Actuarial Technology Modernization at Transamerica, a position he has held since 2020. With over a decade of experience at Transamerica and a strong background in technology and finance, he has successfully led significant projects, including the implementation of Workday across multiple countries.
Current Role at Transamerica
Troy Helmle serves as the Director of Finance and Actuarial Technology Modernization at Transamerica. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the modernization of financial and actuarial technology within the organization. His role is based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where he focuses on enhancing technological capabilities to support financial operations.
Previous Experience at Transamerica
Troy Helmle has a significant history with Transamerica, having worked in various roles since 2009. He began as an Assistant Manager in Corporate Accounting, where he worked for six years until 2015. Following this, he took on the role of Human Resources Technology Manager for 11 months, before becoming the Human Resources Technology Director from 2016 to 2020. His extensive experience at Transamerica has provided him with a deep understanding of the company's operations.
Education and Qualifications
Troy Helmle has a solid educational background in finance and business. He studied at Kirkwood Community College, earning an Associate of Arts degree in Accounting and Banking and Finance between 1991 and 1994. He later attended Mount Mercy University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Business from 2001 to 2003. His education has equipped him with the foundational knowledge necessary for his roles in finance and technology.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Troy Helmle possesses a diverse skill set in both technical and leadership areas. He has a working knowledge of various software applications and programming languages, including Access, PeopleSoft, JAVA, and XML. His experience includes leading the implementation of Workday across multiple countries and supporting day-to-day business processes related to Workday at Aegon and Transamerica. Additionally, he has extensive experience in Business Continuity Planning and Disaster Recovery.
Career Background
Before joining Transamerica, Troy Helmle worked at DST Health Solutions as a Principal Applications Analyst from 2007 to 2009. He also spent 11 years at AEGON USA - Transamerica Life and Annuity as an Assistant Manager from 1996 to 2007. This varied career path has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of both the financial and technological aspects of the industry.