Senior Financial Analytics & Forecasting Specialist

Highmark Health; South Dakota Park (SD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health is seeking a seasoned financial analyst to perform in-depth research and forecasting, analyze reports and trends, and document financial projects. You will lead analytical efforts, develop spreadsheets and databases, and present findings to management across levels.

The role requires 5–10 years of accounting/finance experience, strong Excel/Access skills, and Power BI expertise, with travel to various sites as needed. Office-based position in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience accepted.
• 5–10 years of progressive accounting/finance experience.
• Proficiency with MS Excel and MS Access; experience with Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial analysis projects and prepare ad hoc reports for management.
• Develop forecasts and analyze financial trends and variances.
• Prepare and maintain spreadsheets and databases to support reporting.
• Communicate project status and deadlines to management and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with departments to support financial analyses and policy development.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Problem solving

Ad hoc analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or relevant experience

Tools

MS Excel

MS Access

Power BI

Job description

Highmark Health is seeking a seasoned financial analyst to perform in-depth research and forecasting, analyze reports and trends, and document financial projects. You will lead analytical efforts, develop spreadsheets and databases, and present findings to management across levels.

The role requires 5–10 years of accounting/finance experience, strong Excel/Access skills, and Power BI expertise, with travel to various sites as needed. Office-based position in a healthcare setting.