Senior Financial Analyst

Blue Cross NC

. Develop, analyze, and present complex financial forecasts, budgets, plans, and historical performance .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeDurham • North Carolina • United StatesSenior💰 $89,174 - $142,679 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis, with a strong focus on accuracy and detail. Proficient in advanced financial reporting and analysis tools, providing strategic insights to drive business decisions.

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Financial ForecastingBudgeting ActivitiesVariance AnalysisAdvanced Microsoft ExcelFinancial Reporting

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisBudgetingForecastingVariance AnalysisFinancial ReportingData AnalysisRisk IdentificationOpportunity AnalysisProcess ImprovementStrategic Initiatives

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailProblem-SolvingKnowledge Sharing

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelWorkday Financial Management

Industry Keywords

Financial PerformanceProfitabilityRate of ReturnBusiness TrendsFinancial Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, analyze, and present complex financial forecasts, budgets, plans, and historical performance
Analyze financial performance, expenses, profitability, rate of return, and business trends to identify risks and opportunities
Lead budgeting and forecasting activities for assigned business units
Perform complex monthly variance analysis and provide insights and recommendations
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and analyses
Advise business leaders on financial performance, forecasts, policies, and strategic initiatives
Support financial analysis for new products, corporate initiatives, and projects
Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and improve reporting
Provide guidance, problem-solving support, and knowledge sharing to other financial analysts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or advanced degree (where required), or 7+ years of experience in lieu of degree
5+ years of experience in a related field
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and quality in financial analysis and reporting
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, PivotTables, formulas, and financial data analysis
Experience with Workday Financial Management or a similar financial system is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work-life balance, flexibility, and autonomy
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Health and wellness programs
Parental leave
Adoption and surrogacy assistance
Career development programs
Tuition reimbursement for continued education
401(k) match including an annual company contribution
Annual Incentive Bonus
Paid Time Off (PTO)