Finance Manager
Finance Manager
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Job Description
SUMMARY
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Finance Manager to join our dynamic finance team. This critical role will be instrumental in overseeing key financial operations and providing insightful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of financial management and while previous health insurance experience is a plus we are open to candidates from other industries with strong financial acumen and a willingness to learn.
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (4 days in-office 1 day work-from-home)
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):
Serve as a primary contributor to the annual budgeting and forecasting processes working closely with the Director of Finance to develop comprehensive financial plans with a strong focus on medical expenses and administrative costs.
Contribute significantly to the development and maintenance of robust longer-term (e.g. 5-year) company financial models that support strategic initiatives product development and pricing decisions.
Participate in capital adequacy planning including analysis related to Risk-Based Capital (RBC) and Balance Sheet Adequacy Review (BCAR).
Conduct in-depth financial analysis of claims trends utilization patterns and revenue streams to identify key drivers and opportunities for improvement.
Analyze the financial impact of Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives and other operational programs on overall profitability and Medical Loss Ratio (MLR).
Prepare comprehensive financial reports and presentations for senior management highlighting performance against budget forecasts and strategic goals.
Financial Reporting & Internal Metrics:
Ensure accurate reporting of key financial metrics including premiums claims incurred (including IBNR) and administrative expenses for internal analysis and reporting.
Oversee the internal calculation and analysis of the MLR providing insights into performance against ACA requirements and internal targets.
Support the preparation of data and analyses for regulatory filings as needed.
Assist with financial audits and regulatory reviews providing requested data and explanations.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in statutory accounting principles and healthcare regulations impacting financial reporting and internal metrics.
Team Leadership & Process Improvement:
Supervise and mentor junior finance staff fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency accuracy and timeliness of financial operations and reporting.
Ensure strong internal controls are in place and adhered to for all financial processes.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.
Experience: 5 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting with a proven track record of developing complex financial forecasts and long-term company models.
Technical Skills:
Strong proficiency in US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Expert-level Excel skills for financial modeling and data analysis.
Experience with financial reporting software and ERP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle Workday).
Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau Power BI) is a plus.
Industry Knowledge:
While direct health insurance experience is not required a strong aptitude and willingness to quickly learn the intricacies of health insurance operations including claims processing underwriting product lines Medical Loss Ratio (MLR) calculations and claims reserving concepts (e.g. IBNR) are essential.
Soft Skills:
Excellent analytical problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to present complex financial information clearly and concisely to non-finance stakeholders.
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Preferred Qualifications:
CPA CFA or MBA.
2-3 years specifically within the health insurance industry.
Experience with a publicly traded company.
Big 4 public accounting experience.
Prior experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
Why Join Our Team
As a Finance Manager youll play a pivotal role in shaping the financial health and strategic direction of our company. Youll work alongside a dedicated team of finance professionals tackling complex challenges and contributing directly to our mission of providing quality healthcare coverage. We offer a collaborative work environment opportunities for professional growth and the chance to make a real impact in the evolving healthcare landscape.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
