Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst

Delta Dental of California; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 56,900 - 119,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Rich medical & pharmacy benefits

Generous paid time off

Employee discount program

Job summary

Delta Dental of California is seeking a Financial Analyst based in Rancho Cordova, CA. This role involves managing division budgets, conducting financial analysis to inform strategic decisions, and collaborating with different teams for operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and at least two years of experience in financial planning. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for this position. Benefits include competitive pay, 401(k), and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience and a bachelor’s degree.
• Strong organizational/time management skills and multi-tasking abilities.
• Understanding of basic accounting concepts and principles.

Responsibilities

• Drive planning, budgeting, and forecasting process.
• Support monthly financial performance reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for analysis.

Skills

Financial planning & analysis

Analytical skills

MSOffice proficiency

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree

2+ years of related experience

Tools

Oracle/Hyperion

SAP

IBM/Cognos

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Financial Analyst will be responsible for developing and managing division level budgets and forecast. This position will analyze, interpret, and communicate timely and unbiased financial information to management to inform critical business decisions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drives planning, budgeting and forecasting process by partnering with business owners.
• Supports monthly financial performance reporting and communications, including variance analysis, to functional and finance leaders.
• Collaborates with cross‑functional teams to perform sophisticated, high-impact persuasive analysis that drives strategic decision‑making for all areas of the business.
• Supports process improvement efforts to achieve operational efficiency.
• Provides research and analytical support for projects and ad hoc requests.
• Supports development of analysis and models, including key drivers that impact business outcome.
• Interprets financial and other data to deliver insights and support decision making for business partners.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years of experience and a bachelor’s degree.
• A minimum of 2 years progressive experience in financial planning & analysis.
• Strong organizational/time management skills and multi‑tasking abilities.
• Detail oriented with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of ERP and planning applications such as Oracle/Hyperion, SAP, IBM/Cognos required (Oracle/Hyperion preferred).
• Understanding of basic accounting concepts and principles.
• Able to effectively coordinate work and communicate across disparate groups of individuals, functions, and levels in the organization.
• PC literacy required; excellent MSOffice skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
• Knowledge of health insurance industry desirable.

Please Note: This is a hybrid position. During the first three months of employment, team members are expected to work onsite approximately three days per week in either our Oakland, CA or Rancho Cordova, CA office for onboarding and training. After this initial period, the role transitions to approximately one day per week onsite. Candidates should be within a reasonable commuting distance of one of these locations.

BASE PAY INFORMATION

The national base pay range at the end is a good‑faith estimate of what Delta Dental may pay for new hires. Actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental's assessment of the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, certifications and ability to meet required minimum job qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity.
Pay Grade 18. $56,900 - $119,200

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Competitive base and incentive pay
• 401(k) with robust matching and non‑matching contributions
• Rich medical & pharmacy benefits
• 100% employer‑paid dental and vision benefits
• Holistic wellbeing program with deep financial incentives
• Generous paid time off plus 12 paid holidays and your birthday off
• Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
• Family support: adoption assistance, fertility treatment, child, elder & pet care assistance
• Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
• Employee discount program

FEE/LEGAL AND EEO

Fair Chance Ordinances and Criminal Background Considerations. This position requires that the applicant undergo a background check. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state or local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and/or New York Corrections Law Article 23-A.

Important Work Authorization Information. Please note, Delta Dental will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.

Delta Dental is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment. Individuals seeking employment at Delta Dental are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, actual or perceived physical or mental disability, registered domestic partner status, caregiver status, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other legally protected category. Delta Dental is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.

Unfortunately, our Delta Dental Enterprise is unable to hire individuals residing in Alaska, North Dakota, Nebraska, Hawaii, Oklahoma, Vermont, Maine, West Virginia, New Hampshire, Wyoming, Puerto Rico, District of Columbia (Washington D.C.) or other US Territories at this time.