Lead Financial Analyst

Highmark Health; United States; Remote; USD 67,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is looking for a financial analyst to conduct financial and business-related research. This role includes preparing forecasts, analyzing financial reports, and maintaining databases. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree and 7-10 years of relevant experience. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are essential for successful collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in Accounting and/or Finance.
• Experience in project leadership.
• Bachelor’s Degree or relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial and business-related analysis.
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets and databases.
• Prepare forecasts and analyze trends.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Client-focused with strong business acumen

Problem-solving capabilities

Strategic thinking and proactive approach

Self-starter able to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

MS Excel

MS Access

Job description

Company : Highmark Inc.

Job Description :

JOB SUMMARY

This job performs financial and business-related research and analysis, such as preparing forecasts and analyzing financial reports, records, and trends. It involves developing and maintaining spreadsheets and databases to facilitate analysis and reporting. The role is responsible for conducting and documenting financial analysis projects.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Display effective communication skills.
• Coordinate with other departments, locations, and divisions.
• Communicate with other departments and outside agencies to resolve problems.
• Communicate with management regarding project status and deadlines.
• Advise management on expected outcomes and recommend improvements.
• Present analysis summaries of financial results and trends to management.
• Perform financial and business-related analysis.
• Analyze, evaluate, and interpret financial and statistical data.
• Develop and document business policies and conduct financial studies.
• Prepare forecasts and analyze trends.
• Analyze financial reports and records.
• Provide explanations for variances and recommend actions regarding reserves, assets, and expenditures.
• Independently solve problems and document recommendations.
• Facilitate analysis and reporting processes.
• Utilize computer systems to input, retrieve, or display financial data.
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets and databases.
• Use PC and mainframe systems to generate reports, graphs, and charts.
• Lead special financial projects within the department.
• Manage project activities, ensuring progress and timely completion, including communication with stakeholders.
• Make recommendations based on analysis findings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

• Bachelor’s Degree or relevant experience as determined by the company.
• 7-10 years of experience in Accounting and/or Finance, including project leadership.
• Experience with MS Excel and MS Access.

Preferred

• None

Skills

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Relationship-building skills.
• Client-focused with strong business acumen.
• Self-starter able to work independently and under pressure.
• Strategic thinking and proactive approach.
• Problem-solving capabilities.

Additional Information

Travel requirement: 0-25%

Position is office-based, may involve teaching or training, occasional travel, and physical work with lifting up to 50 pounds.

Disclaimer: The description covers general duties and responsibilities. It may not include all duties and qualifications.

Compliance: Adheres to ethical, legal, and behavioral standards, including data confidentiality and privacy laws.

Salary Range: $67,500 - $126,000, determined by qualifications and experience.

Highmark is committed to equal opportunity and accessible employment practices.

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