Job Title: Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis
Location: Kansas City, MO
About Us: One of our leading Health Insurers is seeking a Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis to lead their division. The Vice President, of Financial Planning & Analysis will provide strategic leadership to the Financial Analysis and Planning Division. This role is responsible for managing and setting the strategic direction of the division, contributing to the management and strategic direction of the company, and developing the people and processes needed to meet and exceed the needs of the Financial Planning and Analysis customers.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the Financial Analysis and Planning Division, setting strategic direction.
- Develop people and processes to exceed customer needs.
- Review, communicate, and present strategic plans, operating budgets, and forecasts.
- Provide financial plan for performance variances, operating alternatives, program and investment initiatives.
- Advance excellence in Financial Planning and Analysis through process improvements, standardization, and capability development.
- Develop long and short-range operating and capital budgets/forecasts aligned with business objectives.
- Determine targets and measures ensuring alignment with business unit functions regarding financial matters.
- Recommend budget modifications as required and develop action plans to address negative variances.
- Directly support activities and timely information related to sales and account management to drive profitability.
- Review monthly performance and financial results of all organizational business units and provide recommendations to senior management.
- Build financial, analytical, and project management skills within the team and across the organization.
- Identify risks, opportunities, and recommend actions.
- Hire, develop, and appraise staff effectively.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Experience working at a health Insurance Company
- Minimum 15 years of financial leadership experience.
- Experience using technology to improve processes and produce accurate information.
- Strong communication skills and ability to challenge the status quo.
- Decisive, action-oriented leader with excellent interpersonal skills.
Additional Information:
- Most work is performed in an office setting with occasional travel.
