Strategic Finance Analyst: Insights & Reporting

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is seeking a financial analyst to transform numbers into actionable insights for business decisions in Detroit. You’ll reconcile accounts, prepare reports, and support budgets, audits and regulatory reporting across teams.

The role emphasizes accuracy, communication, and linking data from diverse sources into clear financial narratives. Based in Detroit, you’ll collaborate with stakeholders to deliver meaningful financial stories that inform planning and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field is required.
• 2–4 years of experience in a similar role or related field.
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under general supervision and meet deadlines.
• Proficient with PC applications (Excel, Word) and relevant financial systems (e.g., PeopleSoft).
• Working knowledge of GAAP is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Turn financial data into actionable insights for business decisions.
• Prepare financial information and ensure accuracy of reports.
• Support budgets, audits and regulatory reporting.
• Reconcile accounts and perform detailed analyses as needed.
• Collaborate with multiple departments and respond to ad-hoc requests.
• Assist with drafting policies and maintaining internal controls.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Deadline-driven

Excel proficiency

Word proficiency

PeopleSoft

Mainframe knowledge

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

PeopleSoft

Mainframe systems

Job description

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is seeking a financial analyst to transform numbers into actionable insights for business decisions in Detroit. You’ll reconcile accounts, prepare reports, and support budgets, audits and regulatory reporting across teams.

The role emphasizes accuracy, communication, and linking data from diverse sources into clear financial narratives. Based in Detroit, you’ll collaborate with stakeholders to deliver meaningful financial stories that inform planning and