Strategic Financial Analyst & Forecasting Lead

Highmark Health Company; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 63,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Inc. is seeking a financial analyst to perform financial and business related research and analysis, including forecast preparation and analysis of trends. You will develop and maintain spreadsheets and databases to support reporting.

The role requires 3–5 years of relevant accounting/finance experience, strong Excel skills (MS Excel/MS Access) and preferably Power BI. You will collaborate across departments and present findings to management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree.
• 3-5 years of relevant, progressive experience in Accounting and/or Finance.
• Experience with MS Excel and/or MS Access; Power BI preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with management and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with other departments, locations, and divisions.
• Analyze financial reports and records to provide insights.
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets and databases for analysis and reporting.
• Lead and document financial analysis projects and ad hoc reports.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship building

Business acumen

Self-starter

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

MS Access

Power BI

Job description

Highmark Inc. is seeking a financial analyst to perform financial and business related research and analysis, including forecast preparation and analysis of trends. You will develop and maintain spreadsheets and databases to support reporting.

The role requires 3–5 years of relevant accounting/finance experience, strong Excel skills (MS Excel/MS Access) and preferably Power BI. You will collaborate across departments and present findings to management.