Financial Analyst Senior

Elevance Health•Richmond, CA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Financial Analyst Senior Location: This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - 2 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office. Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law. The Financial Analyst Senior is responsible for preparing financial and business related analyses and researching in such areas as financial and expense performance, rate of return, variance analysis, depreciation, business improvement, and business investment opportunities. A successful candidate is independent but can also work well on a team and exhibit critical thinking skills. How You Will Make An Impact: Prepares budgets, forecasts, trend analyses and expense accruals. Provides information for various monthly journal entries and partners with Accounting team to ensure accurate booking to the general ledger. Compiles and prepares standard/recurring and ad hoc financial reports. Creates trend reporting related to revenue and various benefit expense items. Traditional solutions should be employed alongside AI/Chat GPT digital solutions. Coordinates and partners with associates across multiple teams including Finance, Accounting, Actuarial, business team for research and solutions Leads meetings with stakeholders, documents solutions / next steps, and presents results.

Requirements

Requires a BA/BS in accounting or finance and a minimum of 1 year of experience in general accounting, financial planning, and management reporting or an approved Finance internship; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.

Nice To Haves

MBA, CPA, or CMA preferred.
Advanced Excel proficiency strongly preferred.
Experience with SQL, Python, AI/ChatGPT (digital capabilities), and Power BI/Tableau a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepares budgets, forecasts, trend analyses and expense accruals.
Provides information for various monthly journal entries and partners with Accounting team to ensure accurate booking to the general ledger.
Compiles and prepares standard/recurring and ad hoc financial reports.
Creates trend reporting related to revenue and various benefit expense items.
Traditional solutions should be employed alongside AI/Chat GPT digital solutions.
Coordinates and partners with associates across multiple teams including Finance, Accounting, Actuarial, business team for research and solutions
Leads meetings with stakeholders, documents solutions / next steps, and presents results.