Strategic FP&A Analyst, Mandates & Budget Forecasting

Blue Shield of CA; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Shield of CA is seeking a Financial Analyst, Consultant to partner with the Mandates FP&A team on budget management, forecasting, and spend optimization. You will collaborate across the Mandates portfolio to provide financial insight and strategic recommendations.

The role requires a strong background in financial modeling, Excel, and accruals/reclasses, with experience in project management methodologies and Planview. Office attendance is part of our hybrid work model in LA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong financial modeling skills.
• Strong experience with Excel.
• Knowledge of accruals and reclass adjustments.
• Experience with Project Management methodologies.
• Experience with Planview Project Management Software.
• Experience with state and federal mandates.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Mandates portfolio to manage budgets and forecast expenses.
• Provide strategic recommendations on spend and forecasting future costs.
• Track ongoing costs related to Mandates implementation.

Skills

Financial modeling

Budgeting & forecasting

Cross-functional partnership

Business partnering

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

Planview Project Management Software

Job description

Blue Shield of CA is seeking a Financial Analyst, Consultant to partner with the Mandates FP&A team on budget management, forecasting, and spend optimization. You will collaborate across the Mandates portfolio to provide financial insight and strategic recommendations.

The role requires a strong background in financial modeling, Excel, and accruals/reclasses, with experience in project management methodologies and Planview. Office attendance is part of our hybrid work model in LA.