Financial Analyst III

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina•Columbia, SC

14d•Hybrid

About The Position

Provides key financial reports/analysis to support senior management in planning, evaluating financial requirements, and meeting financial objectives. prepares/documents complex financial analysis projects following standard practices and procedures. Participates in studies to improve the operational/financial effectiveness of the organization. Extracts financial data from various accounting and information systems. Performs financial and cost accounting analysis of data. Description Location: This position is full-time (40-hours/week) Monday-Friday in a typical office environment. This role is hybrid at 51 Clemson Rd. Columbia, SC. Position Purpose: The Financial Analyst III provides advanced financial reporting and analysis to support senior management in planning and achieving financial objectives. The role prepares complex analyses, extracts and interprets data from multiple systems, and conducts studies to improve operational and financial effectiveness. It also performs detailed financial and cost‑accounting reviews to identify trends and ensure accuracy.

Requirements

6 years of financial analysis experience. A Master's Degree may count for 4 years of experience.
Bachelor's in a job related field
Strong communication and decision-making skills.
Able to compile complex information, design reports, and analyze data.
Excellent presentation, organization, and research/analysis skills.
Academic and practical knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
Excellent analytical and modeling skills.
Strong understanding of corporate finance concepts-discounted cash flow/valuation methodologies.
Excellent understanding of Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree-in Finance/Financial Management, Finance, Economics, Accounting or other job related field.
Expert level excel

Responsibilities

Corporate Finance & Strategic Projects Reviews and researches strategic corporate finance and insurance‑risk initiatives. Supports projects such as mergers and acquisitions, investment evaluations, and other high‑level assignments from executive leadership. Works with large, complex datasets to support analysis and recommendations.
Advanced Financial & Statistical Analysis Performs complex statistical, cost, and financial analyses to determine the cost of business activities. Interprets financial transactions to inform management decisions, evaluate past performance, and project financial outcomes. Conducts 401(k) and HSA balancing and reconciliation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Financial Statements & Modeling Reviews and prepares financial statements for areas without dedicated accounting staff. Builds and maintains financial models to support forecasting, budgeting, and acquisition reviews. Performs research and analysis on potential acquisitions and financial opportunities.
Special Projects & Operational Support Completes special assignments such as financial statement analysis, audits, vendor analysis, and forecasting. Performs general ledger reconciliations, including complex benefits‑related accounts (e.g., 401(k), HSA). Prepares ad hoc and custom reports for leadership. Coordinates with relocation teams and engages in vendor communication to support financial processes and resolve discrepancies.