Job Title:

Director, Financial Planning and Analysis

Number of Positions:

1

Location:

Detroit, MI

Location Specifics:

Hybrid Position

Job Summary:

At Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana we work to improve oral health through benefit plans, advocacy and community support, and we amplify this mission by investing in initiatives that build healthy, smart, vibrant communities for all. We are one of the largest dental plan administrators in the country, and are part of the Delta Dental Plans Association, which operates two of the largest dental networks in the nation.

At Delta Dental, we celebrate our All In culture. It’s a mindset, feeling and attitude we wrap around all that we do – from taking charge of our careers, to helping colleagues and lending a hand in the community. 

Position Description:

Directs the annual operating and capital budgeting, financial analysis, executive and departmental decision support and financial report development functions within the Government Programs division.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Oversees the development of short-term and long-term strategic financial planning by partnering with leaders to assess overall segment goals.
• Establishes and communicates information about financial targets, identifies and reports risk levels determined for the overall financial plan, and provides actionable insights.
• Leads alignment and consensus regarding financial decisions across markets and segments. Collaborates with leadership to plan and analyze business performance by identifying gaps between business goals and objectives.
• Presents feedback to leadership regarding risks associated with financial projects and providing insight into relevant historical trends and expected future events.
• Provides strategic input for business decisions by overseeing the production of complex financial models that incorporate assumptions, expectations, and known risks.
• Identifies and quantifies opportunities for improvements in financial performance.

Perform other related assigned duties as necessary to complete the Primary Job Responsibilities as described above.
 

Minimum Requirements:

Position requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field with seven years of experience in accounting or finance and two years of leadership experience. Will accept any suitable combination of education, training, or experience.

Position requires knowledge in corporate finance in the areas of budget processes, financial analysis for health care programs and projects, cost accounting principles, managed care pricing, monthly financial reporting, benchmarking and other analytical tools; advanced analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills; strong verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; the ability to lead and motivate others; and the ability to resolve complex problems using independent judgment.

The company will provide equal employment and advancement opportunity within the context of its unique business environment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, familial status, citizenship, genetic information, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, height, weight, military status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law or ordinance.