Manager - Budget Planning and Execution

CVS Health•Woonsocket, RI

2d•$101,970 - $203,940•Onsite

About The Position

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time. Position Summary The Manager, Budget Management, is responsible for executing and maintaining budgeting processes across the enterprise delivery organization. This role focuses on operational accuracy, process standardization, and cross-functional coordination to ensure portfolios are planned, tracked, and reported effectively. As an individual contributor, this role requires deep hands-on expertise in financial planning, tools development, and data-driven reporting.

Requirements

5–7+ years of progressive experience in budget management, financial planning, analysis, or corporate finance
Strong proficiency in financial modeling, budget development, forecasting, and variance analysis
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and financial management/ERP platforms (e.g., Anaplan, Oracle, SAP, or similar)
Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and regulatory compliance
Strong organizational and analytical skills — ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Excellent communication and presentation skills — ability to explain financial concepts to both financial and non-financial audiences
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (required)

Nice To Haves

AI Literacy (Core Advantage)
Working knowledge of AI-powered financial tools — ability to leverage AI for budget variance detection, automated reporting, and forecasting assistance; familiarity with Copilot or similar AI productivity tools in financial workflows
Data & Analytics Proficiency in Power BI, Tableau, or similar visualization tools
ERP & Planning Platforms Hands-on experience with Anaplan, Oracle Financials, SAP, or Hyperion
Agile / PM Basics Familiarity with Agile delivery frameworks or project management fundamentals (PMP a plus)
Process Improvement Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
Collaboration Tools Microsoft 365 — SharePoint, Teams, Excel automation (Power Query, macros)

Responsibilities

Lead the annual planning process in Anaplan for multiple portfolios, coordinating with delivery and finance teams, collecting inputs, and administering multi-year plans with accuracy and on time.
Monitor financial performance through variance analysis — comparing actuals against budgets, identifying discrepancies and trends, and implementing corrective actions.
Develop and maintain budgeting tools, templates, procedures, and reporting formats to standardize processes and improve organizational efficiency.
Build and maintain systems required for planning and budget tracking in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Create and maintain periodic and ad hoc reports that deliver actionable insights for budget and delivery improvement.
Prepare and present detailed budget reports, financial forecasts, and executive dashboards to senior management and stakeholders, highlighting budget status, financial health, and key performance metrics.
Actively engage in enterprise delivery project financials management by innovating, creating, and maintaining metrics and tracking systems on a continuous basis.
Ensure compliance with financial policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements related to budgetary and financial reporting standards.