Associate Financial Analyst

Delta Dental Plan of Michigan•Okemos, MI

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana we work to improve oral health through benefit plans, advocacy and community support, and we amplify this mission by investing in initiatives that build healthy, smart, vibrant communities. We are one of the largest dental plan administrators in the country, and are part of the Delta Dental Plans Association, which operates two of the largest dental networks in the nation. At Delta Dental, we celebrate our All In culture. It’s a mindset, feeling and attitude we wrap around all that we do – from taking charge of our careers, to helping colleagues and lending a hand in the community. Position Description: To provide support to the Enterprise in the area of financial reporting and analysis, budgeting and forecasting, cost accounting and all related areas.

Requirements

Position requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field and three years of experience with financial reporting and analysis.
Will accept any suitable combination of education, training, or experience.
Position requires strong analytical skills; experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting; ability to effectively communicate with i nternal and external contacts as well as mid to senior level management; resolve complex problems and use independent judg ment.

Nice To Haves

A certified public accountant (CPA) designation is preferred.

Responsibilities

Creates monthly management reporting package with financial statements and supporting documentation and analysis.
Assists with preparing necessary documents for Board of Director and Finance Committee meetings and reporting to outside partners.
Supports the development of the annual budget and ongoing forecasts for departments and affiliates.
Assists in maintaining financial reporting systems for financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting.
Analyzes, interprets and communicates cost and expense variances to management.
Works with management to contain costs and forecast expenses.
Compiles cost accounting reports and analysis and generates cost projections in support of the Enterprise Portfolio Management Office.
Participates in compiling and preparing information for tax and regulatory reporting filings.
Provides financial expertise to management and affiliates by creating and presenting ad-hoc reports and analyses.
Perform other related assigned duties as necessary to complete the Primary Job Responsibilities as described above.