Financial Analyst, Pharmacy & Health

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

Main responsibilities:

Responsible for assisting in the preparation of various financial activities including data gathering, trending, modeling, forecasting, planning, and reporting for the pharmacy division.  Collect information from various sources and to assist in the building of models to provide insight to underlying business dynamics. Provide analysis that enables management to make solid business decisions. Contribute to the annual budgeting process, the weekly forecast process, and other initiatives as they arise.  

The position will be based in Boise, Idaho.  

• Prepares accurate and timely Pharmacy financial related analyses, research, and forecasts.  
• Responsible for reporting, analyzing, and explaining estimates, quarter close results, quarterly projection, annual operating plan and other Pharmacy financial performance reports in a timely and accurate manner
• Compiles and prepares graphs and charts of data developed
• Conceptualizes, develops, and presents business cases to department finance and business leadership 
• Participates in special financial and business-related studies as needed to support project objectives
• Develops, interprets, analyzes, and assists in developing complex business strategies
• Provide financial perspective on changed or alternative strategies under consideration by senior management; assist in tracking financial results compared with annual operating plan
• Partners with other functional departments in the preparation of analyses and to identify improvement opportunities that can provide positive results to the bottom line
• Develops and maintains special analytical tools and recommendations for actions to improve profitability and operational efficiencies
• Interacts on a regular basis with Division leadership to prepare report, investigate variances and respond to inquiries
• Contributes to critical Planning and Analysis processes
• Contributes to the financial analysis of alternatives, recommendations, and research from multiple sources
• Applies moderate to significant level of financial and/or accounting subject matter knowledge to solve a variety of business issues
• Acts as an informed finance team member to management to provide analysis of information, insights into the performance of the business and project direction input  
• Exercises independent judgment within defined practices and procedures to determine appropriate action
• Use a variety of tools (SQL, Power BI, Access, Excel, Lawson, Oracle, QMF, OTBI, etc.) to mine data and bring rigorous analytical techniques to bear on complex retail business problems.
• Owns and/or plays leadership role in crucial planning and analysis processes

We are looking for candidates who possess the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field preferred
• Prior experience (minimum 5 years) in financial analysis and pharmacy or medical experience preferred.
• Ability to be a team member and demonstrate skills to contribute to team dynamics
• Possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others within a complex, fast paced organization required 
• Capability to work independently when needed
• Ability to manage confidential and proprietary information
• Statistical modeling skills a plus
• Knowledge and experience with Lawson and Oracle financial systems.
• Knowledge and experience with Essbase and Smartview.
• Knowledge and experience with Power BI and SQL.
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office including Access, Excel, and Outlook.

Physical Environment

• Minimal travel may be required
• Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment
• Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at desk or computer terminal
• Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone, and other office equipment during the normal workday
• Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of job duties 

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay).  For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

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