Market Finance Lead

Humana Inc; Lansing (MI); Remote; USD 104,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Humana Inc. seeks a Market Finance Lead for the Northeast Region to deliver financial analysis, insights, and decision support that improves Medicare Advantage market performance.

This leader partners with Corporate Finance, Provider Engagement, and Market teams to translate data into actionable recommendations and drive regional success. The role blends hands-on analysis with coaching of one direct report, requiring strong communication and collaboration across functions to influence

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years in financial analysis, reporting, or analytics.
• Experience in insurance/Medicare Advantage preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive recurring and ad hoc financial analyses, dashboards and reports to identify risks and opportunities.
• Support regional Medicare Advantage bid strategy and product positioning with cross-functional partners.
• Translate market data and performance drivers into actionable recommendations for regional operations.
• Collaborate with Corporate Finance on capitation accruals, forecasting, and monthly close processes.
• Develop scalable reporting tools and standardize processes for efficiency.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Excel expertise

Data interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SQL

SAS

Snowflake

Hyperion Essbase

Job description

Become a part of our caring community

The Market Finance Lead is a key member of the Northeast Region finance team, collaborating closely with Corporate Finance, Provider Engagement, Provider Contracting, Medicare Risk Adjustment, Clinical, and Market teams. This role is responsible for delivering financial analysis, actionable insights, and operational decision support to improve Medicare Advantage market performance for the region.

This position combines strong financial management, analytical rigor, and business acumen. The Market Finance Lead will support the Regional Vice President of Operations by translating market data, financial trends, and performance drivers into clear recommendations that connect operational execution to financial outcomes.

This role has one direct report and requires a leader who can effectively balance hands-on analysis with coaching, prioritization, and cross-functional influence.

Key Responsibilities

• Leverage data analytics, business insights, cross-functional collaboration, in-depth business knowledge, and strong written and verbal communication skills to drive optimization of Medicare Advantage performance.
• Lead the development of recurring and ad hoc financial analyses, dashboards, and reports that identify risks, opportunities, and performance improvement actions.
• Support regional Medicare Advantage bid strategy, plan design, product positioning, and competitive analysis in partnership with divisional partners, Product, and Actuarial teams.
• Partner with Corporate Finance on monthly capitation accruals, forecasting, variance analysis, and the monthly financial close process.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability through reporting automation, process standardization, and enhanced analytical tools.
• Translate business needs into clear data and reporting requirements, including data definitions, specifications, and analytic models.
• Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships to ensure timely, accurate, and effective execution of recurring deliverables and strategic initiatives.
• Present findings and recommendations clearly to finance and non-finance audiences, tailoring communication to influence action and support decision-making.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, strong controls, customer focus, and operational excellence.

Use your skills to make an impact

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of experience in financial analysis, reporting, business analytics, or related finance roles
• Experience in insurance, managed care, or Medicare Advantage
• Demonstrated strength in trend analysis, forecasting, and performance reporting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to convert complex data into actionable business insights
• Experience using data to drive decisions, improve business performance, and support operational leaders
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, lookups, charts, and complex financial analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in people leadership
• Familiarity with CMS bid mechanics, bid tools, benefit configuration, and product positioning
• Experience with SQL, SAS, Snowflake, or other data/query tools
• Knowledge of Hyperion Essbase or similar financial planning/reporting tools

Additional Information

This role is "remote/work at home" and can be based anywhere in the United States with preference given to candidates that are located in the Eastern Time Zone.

Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.

Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$104,000 - $143,000 per year

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

Application Deadline: 10-29-2026

About us

About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health - delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer atHumana.comand atCenterWell.com.

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