Financial Analyst Senior

To learn more about Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield Hiring Policies, please click here. Applicants must be eligible to begin work on the date of hire. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. ARKANSAS BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD will NOT sponsor applicants for work visas in this position. Arkansas Blue Cross is only seeking applicants for remote positions from the following states: Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and Wisconsin. Workforce Scheduling: Remote Job Summary The Financial Analyst conducts quantitative analysis and reporting affecting any financial data within the enterprise. The analyst performs various analyses, including but not limited to cost/benefit analysis, long-term forecasting, cost trending and root cause analysis, variance analysis, human capital analysis, cost reduction, profitability analysis, analysis of financial statements, claims and premium analysis, and other strategic planning initiatives. Requirements EDUCATION Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field. Experience Minimum five (5) years' financial analysis experience OR applicable Masters in related field with minimum three (3) years’ experience. Statistical knowledge. Essential Skills & Abilities High proficiency in Excel. Critical Thinking & Decision Making. Excellent Oral & Written Communication Skills. Detail-Oriented. Proficiency using Microsoft Office suite, such as Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Excellent analytical skills and demonstrate expertise in developing and utilizing detailed financial models including the ability to build detailed models. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. Skills Analytical, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Oral Communications, Written Communication. Responsibilities Assists with financial reporting audits, working with internal audits, Arkansas Insurance Department, independent auditors, and/or Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. Assists with special projects, as requested. Builds and maintains detailed financial prediction models, including long-range forecast models, cash flow models, project finance models, and/or other models as requested. Conducts analysis and interpretation of financial information, utilizing independent judgment and discretion to identify trends, variances, and key issues to make recommendations for action and/or modifications regarding financial procedures, plans, and controls. Interprets, summarizes, and presents financial findings and recommendations; thoroughly communicates with various business partners and leadership. Performs moderate to complex financial analysis projects and/or reporting. Serves as a financial consultant or liaison to management and executive staff to provide analytical support for operations analysis and decision making. Certifications Security Requirements This position is identified as level three (3). This position must ensure the security and confidentiality of records and information to prevent substantial harm, embarrassment, inconvenience, or unfairness to any individual on whom information is maintained. The integrity of information must be maintained as outlined in the company Administrative Manual. Segregation of Duties Segregation of duties will be used to ensure that errors or irregularities are prevented or detected on a timely basis by employees in the normal course of business. This position must adhere to the segregation of duties guidelines in the Administrative Manual. Employment Type Regular ADA Requirements 1.1 General Office Worker, Sedentary, Campus Travel - Someone who normally works in an office setting or remotely and routinely travels for work within walking distance of the location of primary work assignment. #J-18808-Ljbffr