Finance Analytics Lead – Forecasting & BI

Highmark Health; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 105,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health seeks a seasoned financial analyst to conduct comprehensive financial and business analyses, forecasts, and trend evaluations. You will develop and maintain databases and reports, lead strategic analyses, and present findings to management for informed decision-making.

The role requires 5–10 years in Accounting/Finance, strong Excel/Power BI skills, and the ability to build trusted relationships across business units.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree.
• 5–10 years of relevant, progressive experience in Accounting/Finance.
• Experience with MS Excel and MS Access.
• Experience with Power BI.
• Strong relationship building skills.
• Ability to think strategically and act proactively to create trust with business units.
• Travel requirement and office-based work arrangements as described in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial and business analyses including forecast preparation and trend analysis.
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets and databases for reporting.
• Lead and document financial analysis projects and prepare ad hoc reports for management.
• Coordinate project status and deadlines with stakeholders to ensure timely completion.
• Present analysis and recommendations to management at multiple levels.

Skills

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Power BI

MS Excel

MS Access

Job description

Highmark Health seeks a seasoned financial analyst to conduct comprehensive financial and business analyses, forecasts, and trend evaluations. You will develop and maintain databases and reports, lead strategic analyses, and present findings to management for informed decision-making.

The role requires 5–10 years in Accounting/Finance, strong Excel/Power BI skills, and the ability to build trusted relationships across business units.