Senior Financial Planning & Analytics Lead

Highmark Health; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 73,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health is seeking an experienced financial analyst to perform forecasting, trend analysis, and financial reporting. The role involves developing spreadsheets and databases, communicating insights to management, and leading special financial studies.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of accounting/finance experience, strong Excel (and Access) skills, and the ability to work with multiple departments to drive informed decisions. Power BI experience is preferred. Office-based role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree.
• 5-10 years of relevant, progressive experience in Accounting and/or Finance.
• Experience with MS Excel and/or MS Access.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Coordinate with departments, locations, and divisions.
• Conduct financial and business related analyses and research including forecasts and trend analysis.
• Lead and document financial analysis projects and prepare ad hoc reports.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Business acumen

Self-starter

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Excel

MS Access

Power BI

Job description

Highmark Health is seeking an experienced financial analyst to perform forecasting, trend analysis, and financial reporting. The role involves developing spreadsheets and databases, communicating insights to management, and leading special financial studies.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of accounting/finance experience, strong Excel (and Access) skills, and the ability to work with multiple departments to drive informed decisions. Power BI experience is preferred. Office-based role.