Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) is more than just an insurance company; we exist to be there for people in the best and hardest moments of their lives.

Our team is the power behind that promise. And, as the industry rapidly evolves and we seek ways to optimize business processes and customer experiences, thereâ??s no greater time for forward-thinking professionals like you to join us in delivering on it!

As a member of Team Blue, youâ??ll find purpose, opportunities and the support you need to build a meaningful career and make a powerful impact in our community.

Candidates applying to this position must reside within the Omaha metro. This position allows remote flexibility but will require the team come to the office 3-4 days per month.
The Senior Financial Planning Analyst is responsible for partnering with management throughout the organization on the overall analysis, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of the Company's strategic and financial objectives. This role is responsible for providing key internal stakeholders with value-added, business performance insights, and financial analysis to assist in their decision-making processes for managing the day-to-day and long-term needs. This position will play a key role in the Companyâ??s annual budget and forecast processes, as well as providing ad-hoc analysis to finance and business leadership. Articulating and effectively communicating business performance insights and impacts to the business in written and presentation format is a critical part of the role.

What you'll do:

Design, prepare and analyze standard, and ad-hoc, financial reports and present recommendations to management related to operational performance, KPIâ??s, and risks and opportunities.
Drive profitable growth by improving visibility, forecasting, consolidation and analysis of results and key metrics, while advising management on insights and recommended actions.
Support the development of robust monthly reporting packages that provide timely and reliable financial information, including analytics that accompany the financial reports.
Analyze monthly/quarterly actuals to plan/forecast/prior year, identifying the key business performance drivers, reasons for any variances and presenting conclusions.
Continuously refine projections and analyze variances for all lines of business.
Provide decision support and analysis.
Prepare succinct and clear presentations that simplify complex topics.
Identify key data sources and utilize data-driven insights about important departmental metrics to improve reporting capabilities to drive business decisions.
Provide support and/or lead ad hoc projects.

To be considered for this position, you must have:

Bachelorâ??s degree in finance, accounting or a related field
A minimum of 4 years of professional experience in financial analysis, budget accounting, or a related position
Exceptional analytical, quantitative, and statistical skills
Proficient knowledge of US GAAP
Strong financial modeling skills, along with understanding of financial reporting and cash flow information
Must be detail-oriented and able to balance multiple responsibilities and tasks, while meeting deadlines
Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft products, specifically Excel and PowerBI
Ability to act and operate independently, with minimal daily direction, to accomplish objectives
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and outside parties
Highly organized with continuous improvement mindset
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for this requirement.

The ability to meet or exceed the attendance and timeliness requirements of their departments.

The ability to work well in a team environment and be capable of building and maintaining positive relationships with other staff, departments, and customers.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.

The strongest candidates for this position will also possess:

Prior experience in a Financial Planning and Analysis function preferred

Learn more about what makes BCBSNE such an exceptional place to work by visiting NebraskaBlue.com/Careers.

We strongly believe that diversity of experience, perspective and background will lead to a better workplace for our employees and a better product for our customers and members.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer - Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

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