Financial Analyst

Capital Blue Cross

. Perform financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics tracking .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeHarrisburg • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $57,020 - $105,890 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong financial analysis capabilities, including forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling, while effectively utilizing Microsoft Excel and data management tools to drive process improvements and support decision-making.

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Financial ForecastingVariance AnalysisMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyFinancial ModelingData Management Tools

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisForecastingVariance AnalysisFinancial ModelingExcel Formulas and FunctionsData GatheringCost AnalysisReportingProcess ImprovementBusiness Acumen

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsWritten CommunicationOral CommunicationRelationship BuildingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelAccess

Certifications & Qualifications

BA DegreeBS DegreeBCom Degree

Industry Keywords

Financial PerformanceOperational MetricsDecision SupportProductivity ImprovementData Analysis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics tracking
Report on financial performance and prepare for regular leadership reviews
Analyze past results and perform variance analysis
Identify trends and make recommendations for improvements
Work closely with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting and decision support
Evaluate financial performance by comparing actual results with plans and forecasts
Guide the cost analysis process
Recommend actions by analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analyses
Study proposed changes in methods and materials
Identify and drive process improvements
Create standard and ad-hoc reports and tools
Develop automated reporting and forecasting tools to increase productivity

Requirements

What you’ll need

3 years of business finance or other relevant experience
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel required
Familiarity with data query/data management tools, including Access, helpful
Strong financial analysis foundation creating forecasts and models
Strong fluency with Excel formulas and functions
Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Ability to build productive relationships
Ability to streamline functions and willingness to learn and grow
Comfort dealing with ambiguity and ability to work independently
Good analytical and data gathering skills
Good business acumen
Knowledge of financial modeling and techniques
Ability to work over 40 hours per week
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 5 pounds
BA, BS or BCom degree preferred in accounting, finance, or economics
Ability to travel as needed for external training

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Volunteer time off
Incentive Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible environment
Training and continuing education
Professional and personal growth opportunities