Pharmacy Finance Analyst - Military Veterans

About the company

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. With a fixation on innovation and building culture, our team is rallying our company around a unique vision: forging a retail winner that is admired for national strength, deep roots in the communities we serve, and a team that has passion for food and delivering great service.

Albertsons is one of the largest retail employers, providing approximately 300,000 jobs across 2,200 stores, 22 distribution centers, 20 food and beverage plants and various support offices. We operate in 34 states and the District of Columbia under the Albertsons banner, as well as Safeway, Tom Thumb, Jewel Osco, Shaw's and many more recognizable names.

What you will be doing

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, or one of our main regional offices (Seattle, WA, Portland, OR, Pleasanton CA, Denver CO, Dallas TX, Chicago, IL, or Fullerton, CA, Phoenix, AZ).

Main responsibilities

• 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, 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

The salary range is $82,900 to $82,900 to $107,680 annually. Starting salary will vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. There may be flexibility for exceptional candidates. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay (accrued based on hours worked), PTO/Vacation Pay (accrued based on hours worked) or Flexible Time Off, paid holidays (9 days annually), bereavement pay, and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401k eligibility).

We believe the successful candidate has these qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field preferred
• Prior experience (minimum 2 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.
• 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

What it is like at Albertsons?

Albertsons Culture Principles

Compassion: We always treat each other with kindness and respect

Team: We always support and recognize each other

Inclusive: We always value everyone's perspective

Learning: We always strive to grow and develop ourselves and others

Competitive: We always act with integrity to win over the customer

Ownership: We always take actions to drive our success

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