Business Analyst II Business Enterprise Programs

Meridian of Illinois; Missouri; Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Centene is seeking a data analyst to perform varied analysis and interpretation to align business needs with objectives across assigned functions. The role emphasizes advanced Excel, dashboards, and reporting automation, with preferred experience in Power BI, Python, or macros.

Collaboration with vendors, internal teams, and state stakeholders to support Illinois BEP requirements is a plus. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and 2–4 years of data analysis experience, with project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience required.
• 2-4 years of business process or data analysis experience, preferably in healthcare.
• Project management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support business initiatives through data analysis, identification of implementation barriers and user acceptance testing of new systems
• Identify and analyze user requirements, procedures, and problems to improve existing processes
• Perform detailed analysis on assigned projects, recommend potential business solutions and assist with implementation
• Identify ways to enhance performance management and operational reports related to new business implementation processes
• Develop and incorporate organizational best practices into business applications
• Lead problem solving and coordination efforts between various business units
• Assist with formulating and updating departmental policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Skills

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Python

Macros

Dashboards

Reporting automation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Position Purpose: Perform various analysis and interpretation to link business needs and objectives for assigned function.

Key Details: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Sponsorship and future sponsorship are not available for this opportunity, including employment-based visa types H-1B, L-1, O-1, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, or CPT.

Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, reporting, data analysis) strongly preferred.

Experience with dashboards, reporting automation, Power BI, Python, or macros is a plus.

Experience with vendors, internal business teams, leadership, and state stakeholders to support Illinois BEP requirements a plus.

• Support business initiatives through data analysis, identification of implementation barriers and user acceptance testing of new systems
• Identify and analyze user requirements, procedures, and problems to improve existing processes
• Perform detailed analysis on assigned projects, recommend potential business solutions and assist with implementation
• Identify ways to enhance performance management and operational reports related to new business implementation processes
• Develop and incorporate organizational best practices into business applications
• Lead problem solving and coordination efforts between various business units
• Assist with formulating and updating departmental policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
  
  

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience. 2-4 years of business process or data analysis experience, preferably in healthcare. Project management experience preferred.

By applying to this requisition, you acknowledge and understand that you may be considered for other job opportunities for which Centene believes you may be qualified.

Pay Range: $56,200.00 - $101,000.00 per year

At Centene, we connect people to the care they need to live healthier lives — and the work you do here makes that impact real every day. You’ll take on meaningful challenges that directly support individuals, families, and communities, building your skills while making healthcare more accessible and effective. It’s work with a purpose you can see, backed by a team committed to improving lives well beyond the workday.

Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.

Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act