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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas · 1 day ago

Finance Business Partner

Topeka, KS

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$74K/yr - $107K/yr

2+ years exp

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas is looking to add to their Financial Planning & Analysis team with a new opportunity for Finance Business Partners. The Finance Business Partner empowers financially sound planning and decision making throughout the organization by collaborating with various departments and simplifying financial analysis for better decision-making.

Financial ServicesHealth Care

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Perform analysis of financial data and develop comprehensive financial models to support high-level business decisions

Prepare and present detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual divisional reporting deliverables, including in-depth variance analysis and key performance indicators for divisional teams

Work with divisional owners in the development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts, providing strategic guidance and recommendations

Collaborate with management and stakeholders to facilitate understanding of the business unit dynamics and leverage knowledge to provide analyses that inform business decisions

Monitor and track financial performance against established divisional targets and budgets, identifying and addressing any discrepancies. Conduct in-depth analyses of financial data (grow and utilize data science capabilities) to highlight trends, risks, leading indicators, business statistics, and opportunities for improvement

Build and leverage divisional and other internal relationships to optimize financial decision making and profitability

Utilize scalable analytical models that produce fact-based data analysis and insights to support divisional business decisions

Assist in the development of business cases and recommendations on financial strategies focused on business growth/market presence and margin improvement such as product launches, market entry, and process improvement efforts

Support divisional and corporate long-term strategic planning initiatives by providing expert financial insights and recommendations

Collaborate with business unit and cross-functional teams to gather and analyze critical financial information, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives

Support the coordination of functional expenses and other forecasts

Prepare and present financial presentations for senior management and other key stakeholders

Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies, advising on best practices

Conduct ad hoc financial analyses and coordinate special projects as required

Stay current with industry trends, emerging financial practices, and regulatory changes

Qualification

Financial modelingFinancial analysisBudgetingForecastingERP systemsData visualization toolsCommunication skillsAnalytical skillsLeadership capabilitiesEthicsBusiness acumenMicrosoft ExcelProfessional certificationAttention to detailOrganizational skillsIntegrityProblem-solving abilitiesTime management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required

2-5 years of relevant experience in financial analysis or a related field, with a proven track record of success in a financial analyst or business partnership role

Exceptional analytical and strategic problem-solving abilities

Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in financial reporting

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex financial information to senior management and stakeholders

Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to change

Proficient knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations

Proficient understanding of financial modeling and analysis tools, including Microsoft Excel and other financial and business software

Understanding of financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting techniques

Ability to work independently and exhibit leadership capabilities

Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and other financial software

Intermediate knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations

Demonstrate business and financial acumen and understanding of the divisional operations

High level of integrity and ethical behavior