Senior Financial Analyst - Health Plan

HealthPartners is expanding our Finance Department and is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support the Health Plan side of our business. The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for a variety of financial functions, projects and processes by developing, performing and managing the analysis of business operations data, performance measures and financial metrics. Previous experience with financial planning, budgeting, financial statement report and trend analysis, and conducting research to develop financial models and prepare projections is desired. They will also provide project management and project teams with financial guidance, identification or workflow efficiencies, assistance with monthly close processes and support in the creation of strategic growth initiatives to improve operational financial performance. Qualifications BA/BS in finance, accounting, or business 5+ years’ experience in finance, accounting, or business Previous healthcare industry experience is preferred Experience with BI tools is preferred Ability to present financial information to a non-financial audience Duties Provides financial analysis, budgeting, financial reporting and project support to operations. Develops financial models and dashboards using benchmarks and productivity measures. Supports the company's financial forecasting, long range planning and budgeting processes. Partners with all levels of management; supports and assists Finance Division leaders and team members by providing financial support to business areas. Analyzes and organizes qualitative and quantitative financial, administrative and/or clinical data from multiple sources and synthesizes results into meaningful reports. Prepares and delivers comprehensive reports, proposals and recommendations to key stakeholders and operational leaders. Conducts thorough research of historical financial data. Develops and supports contract bids and negotiations. Supports the company's financial forecasting, long range planning and budgeting processes. Assists with project management of various financial alignment projects. Performs special projects as required that may include the coordination of a variety of complex and confidential information from planning and design stages through implementation.