Associate Business Analyst at Delta Dental of Washington – Spokane, Washington

We are looking for an Associate Business Analyst to support our department with data analysis, reporting, and business operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working with data, and interested in learning about business processes and performance metrics. This role will assist in preparing reports, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs), and supporting budgeting and operational analysis activities.

At Delta Dental of Washington our vision is that all people can enjoy good oral and overall health, with no one left behind. We succeed because of a shared commitment to a set of values that guide everything we do – for our customers, for our communities, and for each other. We are Accountable. We lean in with Courage. We stay Curious. We are Inclusive. We act with Integrity.

We offer a highly competitive medical, dental and vision plans as well offering a generous 401k match and all employees start accruing vacation and sick time from their very first day. We empower employee development through our tuition reimbursement plan, professional development plans, and employee-led communities.

The pay range for this position In Western Washington varies between $51,200 – $76,900, and for Eastern Washington varies between $49,700 - $74,300. Washington Dental Service and its affiliates, including Arcora Foundation, Delta Dental of Washington, and TriForza Corp. intends to offer the selected candidate a base pay within this range, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. Base pay will also be adjusted based on the candidate's geographic location.

Essential Responsibilities include the following: The list of responsibilities listed is not intended to be comprehensive. Washington Dental Service and its affiliates, including Arcora Foundation, Delta Dental of Washington, and TriForza reserve the right to change the responsibilities at any time with or without notice.

Working with the Business

• Assist with data analysis and reporting to support business operations and decision-making
• Prepare and maintain dashboards, reports, and basic business metrics
• Support the identification and tracking of key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Gather and organize data from internal systems for analysis and reporting
• Work with team members to understand reporting needs and help provide accurate data
• Assist in maintaining documentation related to reports, data sources, and business processes
• Support business information systems that provide operational and performance data

Supporting the Budget and Budget Cycle

• Assist with expense tracking and reporting activities
• Help prepare monthly and quarterly reports comparing actual expenses to budget
• Support invoice reconciliation and coding processes
• Assist with tracking monthly expense accruals
• Help prepare data for quarterly budget forecasts and annual budget preparation
• Compile data needed for budget variance explanations
• Work with Finance and other departments to gather information needed for budgeting and reporting

The experience, skills, and education needed to succeed in the position are outlined below. These requirements are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform the essential functions of the role.

• 0–2 years of related experience in business analysis, finance, data analysis, or a similar field
• Basic knowledge of data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, Tableau, or similar reporting tools
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Washington Dental Service and its affiliates, including Arcora Foundation, Delta Dental of Washington, and TriForza are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

We are committed to the highest standards of information security and HIPAA compliance, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and protection of all data. All staff are expected to support this commitment by following relevant policies.

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