Financial Analysis Advisor - EVERNORTH

Cigna Healthcare•St. Louis, MO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The primary function of this position is analytical support for Finance Planning team Managers as well as Business Partners within Evernorth. Position will serve as the primary Finance contact for the Product team. Position will report to Senior Manager level and aid in the development and preparation of budgeting/forecasting/reporting/analysis related to volume and gross margin including various revenue and cost components. Position requires strong analytical, quantitative, problem solving, and critical thinking skills. Must have advanced knowledge of Excel and possess the ability to model data, as well as create & modify reports suitable for various audiences. Experience with a multidimensional database like Oracle Essbase is highly preferred. Recognized internally as a subject matter expert.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field required.
3+ years financial planning experience.
Must be highly analytical, have solid database skills, and possess the ability to discern and develop business requirements.
Must have strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to manage collaborative efforts, while frequently interacting with Director-level and above cross-functional partners to aid in decision making.
Advanced knowledge of Excel is required (pivot tables, vlookup, logical formulas).
Requires intense attention to detail.
Ability to manage timelines and meet tight deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Experience with a multidimensional database like Oracle Essbase is highly preferred.
Hyperion Essbase experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Gross Margin Reporting/Forecasting/Analysis for Product Management team.
Month End Close reporting, presentation, and variance explanation analysis.
Work with immediate and extended Finance team on forecasts, budgets and variance analysis to understand drivers of performance.
Annual Budget development assistance, review and presentation of analysis at drug level.
Ad-hoc analysis and project participation as needed by Finance partners and cross-functional partners.