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Overview

The Director-Financial Planning and Analysis will be responsible for leading the development and management of the budgeting process, developing accurate financial projections, and creating long-term strategic plans to support the company’s income and growth objectives. Duties shall include conducting financial analysis, modeling, forecasting, and the preparation of monthly management reporting to ensure efficient financial operations. They will provide financial and strategic decision support to senior management analyzing financial data and operational trends to identify opportunities and risks and make recommendations. Additionally, they will identify areas for further research based on analysis of historical data, market trends, leading indicators, and business statistics.

The Director-Financial Planning and Analysis will build collaborative working relationships with business leaders and other partners in support of key priorities and objectives to ensure a thorough and well-informed forecast process. The Director shall demonstrate resourceful and collaborative expertise that results in favorable outcomes and helps to differentiate Independent Health as a leader in providing affordable high-quality health benefit solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or similar discipline required. MBA or CPA preferred. An additional four (4) years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree.

• Eight (8) years of experience in financial analysis and planning, processes management and relevant project leadership required.

• Four (4) years of management experience required.

• Comprehensive knowledge of analysis, forecasting, and KPI reporting.

• Experience in health insurance forecasting and management reporting preferred.

• Knowledge of GAAP accounting.

• Strong analytical skills to prepare and analyze complex financial data.

• Understanding of utilizing financial models and leveraging data from reporting to drive financial results.

• Proficiency in financial software and systems, including ERP, financial modeling, and reporting tools.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of associates across multiple business areas.

• Proven examples of displaying the IH values: Passionate, Caring, Respectful, Trustworthy, Collaborative and Accountable.

Essential Accountabilities

Management/Leadership

• Recruit, develop, and mentor a high-performing FP & A team and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.

• Promote a collaborative working environment, building strong relationships with cross-functional teams and promoting effective communication across the organization.

Strategic Planning and Budgeting

• Drive the annual strategic planning and budgeting process, collaborating with product owners and department heads to align financial objectives with overall corporate goals.

• Work closely with the team of executives, led by the CFO, who are responsible for preparing all budget information for approval by the Board of Directors.

• Align and prioritize the initiatives to the annual operating and strategic plans and perform forecasting to provide visibility into business results to enable business decisions.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to develop and refine strategic initiatives, evaluate business opportunities and investments.

Analysis and Reporting

• Develop and maintain robust financial models to support strategic decision-making, including long-range planning, annual budgeting, and monthly forecasting.

• Analyze financial and operational data to identify variances, trends, opportunities, and risks, providing insights to senior leadership to drive actionable outcomes.

• Lead the preparation of comprehensive management reports and presentations for executive management.

• Prepare monthly executive reports as required, summarizing key points of interest in support of the interim and annual financial statements.

• Conduct scenario analysis and sensitivity testing to assess the potential impact of various strategic decisions on financial performance.

• Work with business to establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to monitor business performance, tracking actual results against budget and forecast.

Immigration or work visa sponsorship will not be provided for this position

Hiring Compensation Range: $150,000 - $180,000 annually + Incentive

Compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to skills, education, location and experience.

In addition to base compensation, associates may be eligible for a scorecard incentive, full range of benefits and generous paid time off. The base salary range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, Independent Health and its affiliates will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship and immigration status, physical and mental disability, criminal record, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status with respect to receiving public assistance, domestic violence victim status, a disabled, special, recently separated, active duty wartime, campaign badge, Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law. Click here (http://www.independenthealth.com/about/careers/additional-eeo-aap-information) for additional EEO/AAP or Reasonable Accommodation information.

Current Associates must apply internally via the Job Hub app.

The Independent Health Family of Companies, headquartered in Buffalo, NY, serves nearly 400,000 members and provides innovative health care products and benefits designed to engage consumers in their health and well-being. Established in 1980, our comprehensive portfolio includes Pharmacy Benefit Dimensions, Reliance Rx, Nova Healthcare Administrators, Care for You and the Independent Health Foundation.

Our culture sets us apart. Our core values drive who we are and the work we do. As a member of our family, you’re part of something special, in your work and in the community.

We understand and appreciate that everyone has unique experiences, perspectives and identities which is why we pledge to create a safe space where all people and ideas are welcomed. We are here to continue learning and to generate important dialog.

We are committed to doing what matters most - reaching out, working together, and caring for our community. A healthy community benefits everyone who lives in it. You too can be part of making difference in the lives of others, together we achieve so much more. Please click here (http://www.independenthealth.com/about/community-report) to view our Community Reports.

Apply today and join us on the journey to a happier, healthier, and more inclusive community.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. We are a drug-free workplace. An applicant for employment in need of an accommodation to participate in the application and recruitment process should contact Human Resources at: accommodations@independenthealth.com or Human Resources, 511 Farber Lakes Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221.

Please note, we do not accept unsolicited resumes. We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.