Position Summary We are seeking a highly motivated, results-oriented team member for our Accounting Process Optimization group within the Accounting & Tax organization. This role is critical to advancing the transformation of accounting processes through standardization, automation, and data-driven insights, enabling a more efficient, scalable, and controlled operating environment. Aligned with the POET (Process Optimization through the Enablement of Technology) strategy, this individual will partner with Accounting, Tax, Finance, and Technology to identify and prioritize improvement opportunities and deliver innovative solutions that modernize financial operations.

The Lead

Analyst will be responsible for identifying, analyzing, and enabling optimized end-to-end accounting processes—leveraging automation, business process re-engineering, and emerging technologies—to reduce manual effort, enhance accuracy, and strengthen internal controls. This includes driving efficiencies across key areas such as financial close, reconciliations, analytics and reporting while maintaining compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements. This role requires a strong blend of accounting or finance expertise, process improvement capability, and change management.

Success in this position will be defined by the ability to influence in a matrixed environment, deliver measurable efficiency gains, and enable sustainable technology-driven process improvements aligned to Accounting and Tax priorities.

& Responsibilities The Lead Analyst responsibilities include, but are not limited to:



Key Responsibilities Support the prioritization and execution of end-to-end accounting and tax process improvement opportunities, focusing on standardization, simplification, and scalability across the organization

Build strong relationships through effective communication with matrix partners across and beyond Accounting, Tax and Finance

Engage with matrix partners within and outside of the Accounting and Tax organization to leverage process and technology capabilities within the Company

Apply strong Accounting, Finance, and project management knowledge to guide initiatives with strategic insight and operational rigor.

Develop and implement current and future process maps, workflows, and documentation for redesigned processes

Analyze the business processes, data sources and reports to create an inventory of opportunities; execution of the opportunities will be based on value, investment, and ROI

Apply continuous improvement methodologies to drive measurable outcomes

Ensure data accuracy and integrity in data and reporting solutions Competencies / Skills Excellent communication skills, including an ability to clearly articulate project clarity and precision in verbal and written communication

Ability to effectively deal with multiple teams and navigate in a highly matrixed structure





Ability to identify process improvements and implement changes, based on feedback from the business

Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills; ability to tease out and probe into what is not being articulated

Effective under pressure, dealing with ambiguity, strong analytical skills, highly focused, team player, resourceful

Ability to be flexible with job responsibilities and workflow changes Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field

Experience in Healthcare is a plus

Experience within various Finance and Accounting functions (e.g.

Financial

Planning & Analytics, P&L; and/or balance sheet reporting)

Experience using AI reporting and data analysis tools

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Strong project management skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team Experience Requested Qualified candidates will typically have 5-8 years of Accounting/ Finance experience inclusive of a proven track record of effective process optimization leveraging automation/AI along with complex project delivery skills. Candidates must be solid collaborators with excellent problem solving and creative thinking skills.

About Evernorth Health Services Evernorth Health

Services, a division of The Cigna Group, creates pharmacy, care and benefit solutions to improve health and increase vitality. We relentlessly innovate to make the prediction, prevention and treatment of illness and disease more accessible to millions of people. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.

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