Finance Analyst III - Network Reimbursement

Centene Corporation

1d•Remote

About The Position

You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members. Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time. As a diversified, national organization, you’ll have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility. Applicants for this job have the flexibility to work remote from home anywhere in the Continental United States, with occasional in-person engagement opportunities. Position Purpose: Compile and analyze financial information for Network Reimbursement and Contracting initiatives, playing a key role in achieving year-end cost-savings goal. This role will support the ideation, management, and execution of Quality and Affordability Initiatives (QAI) through financial analysis and cross-functional collaboration. Why This Role Is Appealing: This role offers Finance Analysts a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on healthcare quality and affordability. You’ll be at the forefront of strategic initiatives that drive financial savings and operational efficiency, while gaining exposure across multiple functional areas. The work is dynamic, visible, and meaningful - perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. High visibility: Lead meetings and present impactful reports. Varied work: Balance technical analysis with strategic problem-solving. Collaborative: Partner across teams to overcome initiative barriers. Skill-building: Grow through both independent and team-based projects. Strategic impact: Contribute to achieving annual savings targets.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience.
4+ years of financial or data analysis experience.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.

Nice To Haves

Experience with savings/cost reporting, tracking, projections, and variance analysis
Strong MS Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, queries; macros a plus)
Power BI and Planview experience is a plus
Confident public speaking and presentation skills
Strong written and verbal communication
Ability to multitask, pivot, and prioritize effectively
Contracting and/or operations experience is a plus
Background in healthcare or managed care is highly valued

Responsibilities

Develop financial saving/cost impact analyses, projections, reports, and presentations
Create and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and ensures financial information has been recorded accurately
Perform financial forecasting and reconciliation of initiative status and performance, providing variance explanations against forecast and prior periods
Present and discuss initiative status and performance with key business partners.
Identify and communicate key drivers and trends impacting financial results.
Support Network Leadership preparing materials and insights for monthly reviews and other executive presentations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather relevant data and improve forecasting accuracy.
Maintain financial models and dashboards to support ongoing analysis and reporting needs.
Continuously seek opportunities to streamline processes and enhance reporting efficiency.