Associate Business Analyst

BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); Remote; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Inc. seeks an Associate Business Analyst in Operational Oversight – Compliance. You will support reporting, data analysis, process oversight, and Excel-based reporting focused on TennCare ECF CHOICES and LTSS.

This role involves monitoring data for timeliness and compliance, assisting audits, and driving process improvements. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in data analysis, compliance, or audit review, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in data analysis, compliance, or audit review.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• ECF CHOICES/LTSS experience preferred.
• Proficient in Excel basics.
• Professional conduct and auditing credentials are important for this role.

Responsibilities

• Provide recommendations that support the design, development, assessment, and implementation of organizational management projects, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in business process improvement projects for internal groups to improve results.
• Contribute to cost/benefit evaluations on external and internal resources.
• Analyze business requirements and production specifications to improve management operations.

Skills

Data analysis

Compliance

Audit review

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are hiring an Associate Business Analyst in Operational Oversight – Compliance at BCBST!In this role, you will support Operational Oversight and Compliance initiatives through operational reporting, data analysis, process oversight, and Excel-based reporting, with a focus on TennCare Employment and Community First CHOICES (ECF CHOICES) and Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS). As a key member of the Operational Oversight – Compliance team, you will monitor data to meet timeliness and compliance standards, assist with external audits, identify potential issues, and support the development of solutions and process improvements that enhance efficiency and resource utilization.The Associate Business Analyst partners closely with internal teams and stakeholders to support compliance activities, audit reviews, operational reporting, and ongoing process improvement efforts. You will help analyze data, investigate identified issues, recommend process improvements, and support efforts to ensure operational activities align with established contractual and regulatory requirements.To be successful in this role, you'll bring 3+ years of experience in data analysis, compliance, or audit review, along with strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Professional conduct and auditing credentials are also important for this role, and ECF CHOICES/LTSS experience is preferred.We foster a culture where innovation is encouraged. That includes using AI-enabled tools responsibly to support everyday work, guided by proven workflows, templates, and policies. As roles become more advanced, we expect employees to leverage AI more broadly to transform how we work, strengthen compliance efforts, and increase operational efficiency.Note:This is a remote, Monday-Friday position with candidates needing to be able to work either 6:45 AM – 3:15 PM CST or 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM CST.Candidates must reside in the State of Tennessee.The role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently while effectively prioritizing multiple deadlines and supporting data analysis, compliance, audits, operational reporting, and process improvement initiatives.Basic Excel skills are preferred, including conditional formatting, navigating worksheets, understanding rows and columns, using basic formulas, sorting and filtering data, and performing copy-and-paste functions. Advanced Excel expertise is not required, but candidates should have a solid foundational understanding of Excel since all reporting for the role is completed within the application.This is not an advanced data development or business intelligence position. Candidates should be comfortable using Excel for day-to-day operational reporting and analysis.Job ResponsibilitiesProviding recommendations that supports the design, development, assessment, and implementation of organizational management projects, policies, and/or procedures.Participating in business process improvement projects for internal business groups, aiming to improve business results.Contributing to cost/benefit evaluations on various external and internal resources.Participating in analyzing business requirements and production specifications to improve the effectiveness of the organization's management operations.Job QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or equivalentExperienceTwo (2) years of technical or operational experience, or equivalent demonstrated experience through successful completion of the BlueSky program.Skills\\CertificationsAbility to work independently with minimal supervision or function in a team environment sharing responsibility, roles and accountability.Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint)Proficient oral and written communication skillsProficient interpersonal and organizational skillsN/ANumber of Openings Available1Worker Type:EmployeeCompany:VSHP Volunteer State Health Plan, IncApplying for this job indicates your acknowledgement and understanding of the following statements:BCBST will recruit, hire, train and promote individuals in all job classifications without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Further information regarding BCBST's EEO Policies/Notices may be found by reviewing the following page:BCBST's EEO Policies/NoticesBlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee via-email, the Internet or any other method without a valid, written Direct Placement Agreement in place for this position from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee HR/Talent Acquisition will not be considered. No fee will be paid in the event the applicant is hired by BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee as a result of the referral or through other means.