28 Financial Analyst jobs in Baton Rouge

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Department: Finance & Accounting

Reports To: Manager, Commercial Finance

Travel Required: Less than 25%

Why Join Community Coffee?

Community Coffee Company is the #1 family-owned and operated retail coffee brand in America. Rooted in family and tradition, yet always looking to the future, you can expect a fast-paced environment that is both challenging and rewarding. Join us and make your passion your profession!

Position Overview

Coordinates and manages budget and strategic planning processes by working with all levels of management within multiple business units to gather, analyze, and summarize data. Makes recommendations to management regarding cost saving or profit generating opportunities. Serves as a Business Partner to specific Strategic Business Units to provide guidance and ensure initiatives remain within the Financial Strategies of the organization.

Function Related Activities/Key Responsibilities

• Analyzes data to determine present and future performance in relation to internal targets, competitor results and industry trends. Makes recommendations to management regarding cost saving or profit generating opportunities.
• Reviews and provides feedback on recommendations from Financial Analyst I and Financial Analyst II for cost saving or profit generating opportunities.
• Develops, interprets, and implements financial concepts, or techniques for financial planning and control. Proposes accounting adjustments to business unit results as required and as the result of review of financial statements. While this position proposes adjustments, the accounting department reviews, authorizes, and posts entries into the financial system.
• Reviews and provides feedback on proposals from Financial Analyst I and Financial Analyst II of financial concepts or techniques for financial planning and control.
• Facilitates the development and completion of the Five-Year Strategic Plan by collaborating with Senior Management and other Strategic Support representatives including building and reviewing forecast models and assisting with the development of presentations.
• Prepares annual budget by compiling data from various sources throughout the company to be used by management in measuring the success of the company including developing & communicating calendar for the Company and/or Division; providing Senior Management with division business results in comparison to historical trends, current year estimate and strategic growth goals; facilitates the development of presentation for Board of Directors with input from Financial Analyst I and Financial Analyst II; disseminates plan information; providing regular reporting on actual business results versus plan.
• Facilitates preparation of downhill business results projection for the Company and/or multiple divisions. Applies new information gleaned from business review meetings to current trends to target year-end performance for the division. Provides reporting to Senior Management including comparisons to current year plan and historical performance.
• Reviews and provides feedback on downhill business results projection from Financial Analyst I and Financial Analyst II.
• Serves as business partner for multiple divisions management and personnel to identify and document business needs and objectives, current operational procedures, problems, input, and output requirements. Recommends changes to manager as well as leaders of Accounting and Information Services to ensure business needs are met by system applications.
• Evaluates business opportunities and risks inherent in those opportunities including but not limited to acquisitions, new product development, trade and advertising spending, expansion into new markets, supply chain opportunitiesdepending on the need of the business unit.
• Develops and maintains the integrity of total company and/or division management reporting and operations which includes, but is not limited to, comparing performance with budgets, forecasts, and previous year. This includes the timely and accurate regular reporting of management information to senior management and Board of Directors.
• Serves as liaison between supported Business Unit and Finance/Accounting including keeping Accounting updated as to projects, changes that may impact Accounting or financial support of multiple divisions, educating business managers on financials and budgeting and how to consider paybacks on investments (people, resources, advertising and/or assets).
• Acts as a Business Partner with Senior Management to analyze and document business alternatives through sound financial models.
• Mentors Financial Analyst I and Financial Analyst II to foster development of key skillsets and business acumen.
• This position is expected to handle many simultaneous projects.
• May be requested to perform different or additional duties as assigned
  
  

(Note Sr. Financial Analysts are generally responsible for multiple strategic business units which are closely related. The analyst will likely be required to perform tasks associated with the total company. The duties and responsibilities above are general in nature and can typically be applied to each business unit. However, these individuals are also responsible for understanding highly specialized areas of the business such as green coffee manufacturing, trade spending, marketing effectiveness measurements, etc. Those responsibilities are further defined in annual performance goals for the individual.)

Position Requirements

• Bachelors degree from a four-year college or university in Business Administration with concentration in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred

4 years experience in a Strategic analysis role or other relevant experience

• experience with Community Coffee, even if unrelated, may fulfill this requirement at the discretion of the hiring manager with approval from Human Resources.
• Advanced degree may be preferred for certain positions
• Certifications such as CPA or CMA are preferred but may be substituted with experience
• Advanced Excel skills
• Knowledge of SAP a plus
  
  

What Were Looking For

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and recommend solutions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to take initiative
• Adaptability/Flexibility
  
  

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Required

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to do the following:

• Frequently required to sit
• Occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
• Office Environment: Most of the duties of this position will be performed inside an office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet
  
  

Our Values

Champion People Welcome Individuality, Learn Together, Encourage Each Other

Inspire Creativity Dream big, Think Fresh, Make It Happen

Wow Our Customers Serve with Purpose, Exceed Expectations, Do Whats Right

Serve Our Communities Be Genuine, Bring Joy, Make a Difference

Win Together Be Brave, Have Fun, Celebrate

Community Coffee Company offers a competitive salary and benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), short- and long-term disability, paid time off and employee assistance program.

Community Coffee Company and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to an applicants or employees race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender, genetic information, uniformed service, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal or state law. Community Coffee Company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or otherwise reference your race, religion, age, sex, genetic, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by federal or state law. Community Coffee Company will also provide reasonable accommodations to allow an employee to perform the essential functions of a position, as required by applicable law. This application is considered current for sixty (60) days only. At the end of this period, if you are still interested in employment, it will be necessary for you to reapply by completing a new application.
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Overview

Are you looking for a rewarding career? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.

Amedisys is dedicated to helping patients and families navigate the complex healthcare system. With a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care, you would be joining a team of professionals committed to improving the lives of those they serve.

Attractive pay

$50,000 - $0,000.00

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

What's in it for you

• A full benefits package with choice of affordable PPO or HSA medical plans.
• Paid time off.
• Up to 1,000 in free healthcare services paid by Amedisys yearly, when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan.
• Up to 500 in wellness rewards for completing activities during the year. Use these rewards to support your wellbeing with spa services, gym memberships, sports, hobbies, pets and more.*
• Mental health support, including up to five free counseling sessions per year through the Amedisys Employee Assistance program.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave.
• And more.

Please note: Benefit eligibility can vary by position depending on shift status.

*To participate, you must be enrolled in an Amedisys medical plan.

**For full-time caregivers meeting certain requirements.

Why Amedisys

Responsibilities

Responsible for assisting in the preparation of the Company's required external reporting. Activities will also include technical accounting research, monitoring industry disclosures, preparation of internal management reporting and equity compensation accounting.

• Assists in the preparation of Company's current, quarterly and annual SEC filings.
• Assists in required technical accounting research as needed and the drafting of new financial disclosures.
• Monitors and identifies developments in disclosures within the industry.
• Assists in the preparation of internal management reporting.
• Assists in the accounting for all components of the Company's equity compensation plan, including the preparation of the annual Proxy statement.
• Performs ad hoc analysis as needed.
• Complies with policies, procedures and regulatory mandates including but not limited to abiding to the terms of the Amedisys Compliance Program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• One (1+) years' experience in public accounting, industry financial reporting or a combination of both.
• Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting principles and project management skills.
• Team-oriented attitude with the ability to work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.
• Ability to research accounting issues independently and communicate conclusions effectively.
• Ability to apply knowledge and skills to multiple types of transactions.
• Ability to solve complex problems and take a new perspective on existing solutions.

Preferred:

• CPA certification strongly preferred.

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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**Job Description** :
**Summary**
The Financial Analyst will provide financial and analytical support to Senior Financial Management, Group Logistics Managers, and Logistics Managers.
**Essential Functions**
+ Analysis of unbilled items for license and sales tax prepaid items over customer contract amount.
+ Accounts Payable processing for all licensing processing as needed ie, lawyer fees for NYC, broker fees NYC, toll vendor refund processing, .
+ Reconciliation, review and interpret business functions of all licenses prepaid fees including license, title, sales and personal property tax for coverage area completing set up of amortization schedule. Analyze set up of amortization of prepaid fees including license, sales tax and personal property tax to ensure accuracy & liaison with Financial Reporting & HQ Finance.
+ Training: Provide financial training to Business Unit staff, including policies, procedures and financial tools
+ Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance: Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley and accurate projection of financials
+ Corporate: Act as Licensing Team liaison with Ryder's Shared Services Center, Ryder's Corporate Accounting group & Tax Departments
+ Make appropriate Accounting decisions when working on projects & accounting system enhancements, and analytics. Maintains Sarbanes-Oxley controls and assist with quarterly audit for various areas.
+ Assists upper management with special projects and analysis related to the accounting of vehicles, rebates, and their regulatory compliance as needed. Leads process improvement initiatives and develops and recommends solutions to improve efficiency, accuracy, and automation of current procedures and processes.
+ Month-End Closing: To include journal entries as necessary to re-class revenue / expenses; explanations of variances vs. forecast / annual plan; general ledger research to ensure all possible billing opportunities are captured.
+ Operational Initiatives: Work closely with Director of Licensing Compliance, License team members to identify and recommend opportunities for revenue/cost/productivity improvements for CSS & FMS operations for US, Puerto Rico & Canada
+ Financial Analysis & Reporting: To include Region, branch performance analysis trending monitoring & reporting, cost analysis, reporting & analytical information for continuous improvement. Reconciliation of over/under vehicle cap run, sales tax accruals and balance sheet accounts
**Additional Responsibilities**
+ Performs other duties as assigned
+ Follow up with tracking / reporting / further recommendations
**Skills and Abilities**
+ Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management
+ Must be skillful at problem solving, self motivated and able to prioritize work load
+ Ability to think and plan in a proactive and innovative manner Demonstrated problem-solving abilities
+ Motivated self-starter, able to work with minimal guidance when necessary
+ Strong interpersonal skills, particularly the ability to communicate complex financial / operational information to various levels to the organization, from Vice Presidents to shop Service Managers
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree required in business administration, finance, accounting or related field
+ Four (4) years or more in Finance, Accounting or Operations required
**Travel:** 10-20%
**DOT Regulated:** No
**Job Category:** Financial Analysis
**Compensation Information** :
The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:
**Pay Type** :
Salaried
Minimum Pay Range:
$60,000.00
Maximum Pay Range:
$65,000.00
Benefits Information:
**For all Full-time positions only** : Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Security Notice for Applicants:
Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a (@ryder.com) email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through .
Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at or .
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**Company :**
Highmark Inc.
**Job Description :**
**JOB SUMMARY**
This role drives financial insights and supports strategic decision-making within the Health Plan FP&A team. The Lead Financial Analyst will be responsible for complex financial modeling, scenario planning, variance analysis, and standard reporting contributing to the overall financial health and strategic direction of the organization.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Conduct in-depth financial analysis, including trend and variance analysis, to identify opportunities for improvement and inform strategic decision-making and preparation of forecasts.
+ Develop and maintain complex financial models to simulate various business scenarios and assess the financial impact of strategic initiatives.
+ Present financial insights and recommendations to management, influencing key business decisions with actionable insights.
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams, as well as colleagues across different geographic locations, to conduct financial and business related analyses and research
+ Standardize and streamline forecasting, reporting, and analysis processes, identifying automation and system improvement opportunities to increase accuracy and scalability.
+ Lead and document financial analysis projects including the preparation of ad hoc reports; to include but not limited to; gathering of data, analysis, documentation of findings, and calculation of results and generation of reports for distribution.
+ Complete schedules, enterprise reporting, and board materials for affiliates, third parties, and management as required.
**QUALIFICATIONS**
**Minimum**
+ Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree
+ 7-10 years of related progress experience in Accounting and/or Finance including experience in leading projects of varying size and complexity
+ Experience with various computer applications to include MS Excel and/or MS Access
**Preferred**
+ MBA or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or a related field
+ Proficiency with financial planning systems (e.g., Oracle / Hyperion) and advanced Excel skills
+ Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)
+ Healthcare industry experience
**Skills**
+ Strong written and oral communication skills
+ Ability to thrive in a collaborative, cross-functional environment
+ Client focused with strong business acumen
+ Self-starter with the ability to work under pressure independently and as part of a team
+ Brings strong attention to detail and analytical rigor and a demonstrated ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights
**Language (Other than English):**
None
**Travel Requirement:**
0% - 25%
**PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS**
**Position Type**
Office-based
Teaches / trains others regularly
Occasionally
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Rarely
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Rarely
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$67,500.00
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$126,000.00
_Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at
California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice
Req ID: J263925

**Company :**
Highmark Inc.
**Job Description :**
**JOB SUMMARY**
This job performs financial and business related research and analysis such as the preparation of forecasts and/or analysis of financial reports, records and trends; develops and maintains spreadsheets and databases to facilitate analysis and reporting; and is responsible for conducting and documenting financial analysis projects.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Display effective communication skills.
+ Coordinate with other departments, locations, and divisions.
+ Communicate with other departments and/or outside agencies to resolve problems.
+ Communicate with management at the Organization, subsidiaries, affiliates, other third parties, etc. as to project status and completion deadlines.
+ Advise management of expected outcomes, and recommending ways to improve the outcomes.
+ Conduct presentation to all levels of management in order to provide a summary of analysis regarding financial results and trends.
+ Communicate with management as to project status and completion deadlines.
+ Perform financial and business related analysis
+ Analyze, evaluate and interpret appropriate financial and statistical data.
+ Develop and/or document business policies, conduct special financial and business related studies and cooperate with other departments in the preparation of analyses.
+ Conduct financial and business related analyses and research including the preparation of forecasts and/or analysis of trends.
+ Analyze financial reports and records.
+ Provide reasoning for variances and make recommendations relative to the accounting of reserves, assets, and expenditures.
+ Advise management of expected outcomes, and recommend ways to improve the outcomes.
+ Independently pursue fundamental problem solving and documents the recommendations to management.
+ Facilitate analysis and reporting.
+ Utilize computer to input, retrieve or display accounting information.
+ Develop and maintain spreadsheets and databases.
+ Utilize PC and/or mainframe based systems and software, compiles and prepares reports, graphs and charts of data developed.
+ Serve as a project lead for special projects within the department.
+ Lead and document financial analysis projects including the preparation of ad hoc reports; to include but not limited to; gathering of data, analysis, documentation of findings, and calculation of results and generation of reports for distribution.
+ Coordinate activities to ensure the project is advancing properly and to ensure the project is completed within the timeframes established. Included in this process will be communication with Management at the Organization, subsidiaries, affiliates, other third parties, etc. as to project status and completion deadlines.
+ Make recommendations based on findings when necessary.
+ Other duties as assigned or requested.
**QUALIFICATIONS**
**Minimum**
+ Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree
+ 7 - 10 years of related progress experience inAccounting and/or Finance including experience in leading projects of varying size and complexity
+ Experience with various computer applications to include MS Excel and/or MS Access
**Preferred**
+ Prior pharmacy experience with a pharmacy benefit manager (PBM), consultant, pharmacy provider, or another organization specializing in pharmacy
**Skills**
+ Strong written and oral communication skills
+ Strong relationship building skills
+ Client focused with strong business acumen
+ Self-starter with the ability to work under pressure independently and as part of a team
+ Ability to think strategically and act proactively to create strong trust and confidence with business units
+ Strong innovative problem-solving capabilities
**Language (Other than English):**
None
**Travel Requirement:**
0% - 25%
**PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS**
**Position Type**
Office-based
Teaches / trains others regularly
Occasionally
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Rarely
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Rarely
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$67,500.00
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$126,000.00
_Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at
California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice
Req ID: J263942

**Company :**
Highmark Inc.
**Job Description :**
**JOB SUMMARY**
This job performs financial and business related research and analysis such as the preparation of forecasts and/or analysis of financial reports, records and trends; develops and maintains spreadsheets and databases to facilitate analysis and reporting; and is responsible for conducting and documenting financial analysis projects.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Communicate effectively. Display effective communication skills.
+ Coordinate with other departments, locations, and divisions.
+ Communicate with other departments and/or outside agencies to resolve problems.
+ Communicate with Management at Highmark, subsidiaries, affiliates, other third parties, etc. as to project status and completion deadlines.
+ Advise management of expected outcomes, and recommending ways to improve the outcomes.
+ Conduct presentation to all levels of management in order to provide a summary of analysis regarding financial results and trends.
+ Communicate with Management as to project status and completion deadlines.
+ Perform financial and business related analysis.
+ Analyze, evaluate and interpret appropriate financial and statistical data.
+ Develop and/or document business policies, conducts special financial and business related studies and cooperate with other departments in the preparation of analyses.
+ Conduct financial and business related analyses and research including the preparation of forecasts and/or analysis of trends.
+ Analyze financial reports and records.
+ Provide reasoning for variances and make recommendations relative to the accounting of reserves, assets, and expenditures.
+ Advise management of expected outcomes, and recommend ways to improve the outcomes.
+ Independently pursue fundamental problem solving and documents the recommendations to management.
+ Facilitate analysis and reporting
+ Utilize computer to input, retrieve or display accounting information.
+ Develop and maintain spreadsheets and databases.
+ Utilize PC and/or mainframe based systems and software, compile and prepare reports, graphs and charts of data developed.
+ Serve as a project lead for special projects within the department.
+ Lead and document financial analysis projects including the preparation of ad hoc reports; to include but not limited to; gathering of data, analysis, documentation of findings, and calculation of results and generation of reports for distribution.
+ Coordinate activities to ensure the project is advancing properly and to ensure the project is completed within the timeframes established. Included in this process will be communication with Management at Highmark, subsidiaries, affiliates, other third parties, etc. as to project status and completion deadlines.
+ Make recommendations based on findings when necessary.
+ Other duties as assigned or requested.
**QUALIFICATIONS**
**EDUCATION**
**Required**
+ Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree
**Preferred**
+ None
**EXPERIENCE**
**Required**
+ 5 - 10 years of relevant, progressive experience in Accounting and/or Finance
+ Experience with various computer applications to include MS Excel and/or MS Access
**Preferred**
+ Prior pharmacy experience with a pharmacy benefit manager (PBM), consultant, pharmacy provider, or another organization specializing in pharmacy
**LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS**
**Required**
+ None
**Preferred**
+ None
**SKILLS**
+ Strong written and oral communication skills
+ Strong relationship building skills
+ Client focused with strong business acumen
+ Self-starter with the ability to work under pressure independently and as part of a team.
+ Ability to think strategically and act proactively to create strong trust and confidence with business units
+ Strong innovative problem-solving capabilities
**Language (Other than English):**
None
**Travel Requirement:**
0% - 25%
**PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS**
**Position Type**
Office-based
Teaches / trains others regularly
Occasionally
Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Rarely
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
Yes
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Never
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$57,700.00
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$107,800.00
_Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at
California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice
Req ID: J256334

**I. Job Summary**
This role applies advanced principles of finance to analyze financial and non-financial information and support the field finance organization. Partnering with an Area and using their business knowledge, operational experience, and finance acumen, this position will play a strategic role in developing and implementing enterprise-wide continuous improvements, aligning finance with the strategic needs of the business.
**_WM candidates will be able to work at their current WM site or if currently remote, may work at the closest WM location. External candidates must be based in the Houston area and report to the Corporate office._**
**II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities**
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.
+ Participates in continuous improvement initiatives to establish standardized processes and implement best practices across the Areas and connect those practices into the central performance and financial management functions.
+ Prepares, analyzes and interprets complex financial and non-financial information and recommends improvement opportunities to local, middle and senior management.
+ Participates, facilitates and interprets for senior management operating results that include but are not limited to budget goals, cost reduction efforts, corporate initiatives and other identified opportunities for improvement.
+ Contributes significantly to key project development, planning and implementation.
+ Develops, manages and/or participates in action plans to facilitate the implementation and monitoring of operating directives.
+ Directs, manages and conducts special and ad hoc information requests. Reports results of findings to market areas, groups and corporate offices.
+ Facilitates communication and understanding between the field finance and operations functions and corporate finance.
+ As requested, may participate in conducting major bid and project reviews, including directing pro forma preparation and financial sensitivity analysis.
**III. Supervisory Responsibilities**
This job may include mentoring and training responsibilities.
**IV. Qualifications**
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.
A. Education and Experience
+ Education: Bachelor's Degree (accredited) in Accounting, Business Administration or similar area of study, or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four (4) years of relevant experience.
+ Experience: Five (5) years previous experience (in addition to education requirement).
B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements
+ None required.
C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required
+ Strong understanding of the financial reporting cycle, best practices and data flow among financial systems.
+ Strong presentation and communication skills with comfort preparing and presenting information to an executive team and a leadership presence to effectively collaborate across functional teams
+ Insatiably curious and collaborative problem solver with excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills
+ Expertise in business analysis tools including advanced Excel skills, Microsoft Office Suite and planning systems (Hyperion, OneStream)
+ Ability to perform well under pressure and in a high-volume and changing environment.
+ Organizational agility: knows how to get things done through formal channels and informal networks, with entrepreneurial drive and the ability to work in a dynamic environment with minimal hierarchy.
+ Must be authorized to work in the US.
+ External candidates must be located in the Houston area; no relocations for this role.
Additional qualifications:
+ Action oriented and takes ownership of tasks and responsibilities and follows through to successful completion
+ Collaborator with colleagues in-side and out-side of the accounting and finance group
+ Customer focused
+ Balance and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously
+ Flexibility to work overtime, during the week and/ or weekends
+ Sound work ethic
+ Detail-oriented, organized and motivated
**V. Work Environment**
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
+ Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, computers, phones, etc.) most of the workday.
+ Normal setting for this job is: office setting/hybrid.
The expected base pay range for this position across the U.S. is $118,490 to $153,340. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a 25% bonus.
**Benefits**
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click "Apply."
Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

**I. Job Summary**
This role applies advanced principles of finance to analyze financial and non-financial information and support the field finance organization. The analyst will be assigned to support projects and assignments across a variety of finance functions.
**_WM candidates will be able to work at their current WM site or if currently remote, may work at the closest WM location. External candidates must be based in the Houston area and able to work out of the Corporate office._**
**II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities**
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.
+ Monitors highly advanced key financial performance measures.
+ Prepares, analyzes and interprets complex financial and non-financial information and recommends improvement opportunities to management.
+ Participates, facilitates and interprets for management operating results that include but are not limited to budget goals, cost reduction efforts, corporate initiatives and other identified opportunities for improvement.
+ Contributes to key project planning and implementation.
+ Assists and facilitates the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
+ Facilitates communication and understanding between the field finance and operations functions and corporate finance.
+ Performs highly advanced financial projects on an ad hoc basis.
**III. Supervisory Responsibilities**
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
**IV. Qualifications**
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.
A. Education and Experience
+ Education: Bachelor's Degree (accredited) in Accounting, Business Administration or similar area of study, or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four (4) years of relevant experience.
+ Experience: Five (5) years previous experience (in addition to education requirement).
B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements
+ None required.
C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required
+ Must be authorized to work in the US.
+ Must be based in the Houston area: No relocations for this role.
+ Strong understanding of the financial reporting cycle, best practices and data flow among financial systems.
+ Strong presentation and communication skills with comfort preparing and presenting information to an executive team and a leadership presence to effectively collaborate across functional teams
+ Insatiably curious and collaborative problem solver with excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills
+ Expertise in business analysis tools including advanced Excel skills, Microsoft Office Suite and planning systems (Hyperion, OneStream)
+ Ability to perform well under pressure and in a high-volume and changing environment.
+ Organizational agility, knows how to get things done through formal channels and informal networks, with entrepreneurial drive and the ability to work in a dynamic environment with minimal hierarchy.
Additional qualifications:
+ Action oriented and takes ownership of tasks and responsibilities and follows through to successful completion
+ Collaborator with colleagues in-side and out-side of the accounting and finance group
+ Customer focused
+ Balance and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously
+ Flexibility to work overtime, during the week and/ or weekends
+ Sound work ethic
+ Detail-oriented, organized and motivated
**V. Work Environment**
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
+ Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, computer, phone, etc.) most of the workday.
+ Normal setting for this job is: office setting/hybrid.
The expected base pay range for this position across the U.S. is $91,375 to $118,250. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. This role is bonus eligible.
**Benefits**
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click "Apply."
Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Program Financial Analyst II (4430)at SMX(View all jobs) ( States
SMX is seeking a **Financial Analyst** to independently delivers services to clients through the demonstration of deep financial functional knowledge within the context of our organization. They lead and administer the financial management of a TDL(s) under a large contract. They are responsible for all the financial activities in support of that TDL. They are members of the program management team and work with the Sr. Financial Analyst and the Program Manager in meeting the overall contract goals and objectives. They interface with TDL Project Manager, senior technical staff, as well as other functional organizations including Contracts, Subcontracts, Finance, Accounts Receivable, and Procurement. They oversee and direct work assignments of Jr. Financial Analyst who support their TDL but will not serve as a career manager.
**Essential Duties and Responsibilities** **:**
+ Lead the development of the TDL, or small contract, cost, schedule and funding planning, reporting, monitoring, and analysis support to the TDL Project Manager. This includes Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Basis of Estimates (BOEs) and development of time-phased budgets and schedules.
+ Lead TDL Project set up in compliance with contractual terms, conditions and requirements.
+ Lead the development of the TDL, or small contract, cost, schedule and funding planning, reporting, monitoring, and analysis support to the TDL Project Manager. This includes Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Basis of Estimates (BOEs) and development of time-phased budgets and schedules.
+ Lead TDL project set up in compliance with contractual terms, conditions and requirements.
+ Ensure cost reporting documentation is correct by performing TDL analytical review and arithmetic checks.
+ Prepare TDL Project financial Estimates at Complete (EAC) and meet deadlines for submission requirements.
+ Identify TDL Project risks and profit improvement opportunities and provide analytical contribution in working financial resolution with PM, Contracts, Procurement and Finance/Accounting.
+ Monitor TDL and manpower cost on a weekly basis ensuring that actuals are within budget and charged to the correct job number. Process incorrect cost transfers as required.
+ Ensure cost reporting documentation is correct by performing TDL analytical review and arithmetic checks.
+ Prepare accurate and complete TDL variance analysis and reporting.
+ Monitor TDL funding status (to include subcontractor funding status), providing reliable and timely notification of funding status by line-item detail as required.
+ Support accounts receivable as required during the billing processing (i.e. Review TDL edit file and ensure cost that will be billed are accurate and allowable against the TDL).
+ Ability to build relationships across functional teams and internal Business Partners.
+ Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills.
+ Possession of excellent data management, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
+ Possession of excellent organization skills.
**Required Skills:**
+ Clearance Requirement: Must be able to obtain a clearance if a program requires it
+ Knowledge of all contract types (CP, T&M, FFP).
+ 5 years' experience with project cost control, or financial management and contract interpretation, budget development, including financial data, analysis, and reconciliation of estimations verses actuals or 4 years' experience with related degree.
+ Experience and Knowledge with Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) rules and guidelines.
+ Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint
+ Collect and analyze data from multiple sources and identify, research, and solve financial problems and program risks.
+ Manage and direct work assignments of junior staff. Prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment and handle a high volume of work.
+ BA or BS Degree is desired.
**Highly Desirable Skills:**
+ 4-5 years of experience in an office setting
+ BA or BS Degree is desired
**US citizenship required for work under DOD contract**
**Application deadline: July 11, 2025**
#LI-REMOTE
The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
The proposed salary for this position is:
$66,600-$88,800 USD
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what's possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.