Financial Analyst: Forecasting & Strategic Analytics Lead

Highmark Health Company; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 63,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Inc. seeks a skilled financial analyst to perform forecasting, analysis of financial reports, and development of spreadsheets and databases to support reporting. The role emphasizes rigorous analytical work and data-driven decision making.

The ideal candidate will communicate clearly with management, coordinate with multiple departments, and lead ad hoc financial projects, including presentations on trends and outcomes. Experience with MS Excel and Power BI is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience in finance or accounting
• 3-5 years of accounting/finance experience
• Experience with MS Excel and MS Access
• Power BI experience preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Strong business acumen and problem-solving

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with management and stakeholders
• Coordinate with departments, locations, and divisions
• Conduct financial and business related analyses and forecasting
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets and databases
• Prepare forecasts and analyze financial trends
• Lead ad hoc financial analysis projects
• Provide variance explanations and recommendations
• Present findings to management
• Ensure project deadlines are met

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship building

Client focus

Self-starter

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or relevant experience as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree

Tools

Power BI

MS Excel

MS Access

Job description

Highmark Inc. seeks a skilled financial analyst to perform forecasting, analysis of financial reports, and development of spreadsheets and databases to support reporting. The role emphasizes rigorous analytical work and data-driven decision making.

The ideal candidate will communicate clearly with management, coordinate with multiple departments, and lead ad hoc financial projects, including presentations on trends and outcomes. Experience with MS Excel and Power BI is preferred.