Kara Nilson
About Kara Nilson
Kara Nilson is a Senior Financial Analyst currently working at Carelon in Massachusetts. She has extensive experience in finance and accounting, having held various positions in multiple organizations over the past two decades.
Current Role at Carelon
Kara Nilson serves as a Senior Financial Analyst at Carelon, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for financial analysis and reporting, contributing to the overall financial health of the organization. Her work involves evaluating financial data, preparing reports, and assisting in budget management. Based in Massachusetts, she plays a key role in supporting the financial operations of Carelon.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining Carelon, Kara Nilson accumulated extensive experience in financial roles. She worked at New England Research Institutes, Inc. (NERI) as an Accounts Payable Specialist from 2014 to 2023, where she managed accounts payable processes for nine years. Prior to that, she was an Accounts Payable Contractor at Mobiquity, Inc. from 2013 to 2014, and served as a Staff Accountant at uTest for ten months in 2012. This diverse background in finance has equipped her with a solid understanding of financial operations.
Background in Massage Therapy
Kara Nilson has a background in massage therapy, having worked as a Lead Therapist and Licensed Massage Therapist at Elements Therapeutic Massage from 2011 to 2012. She studied at Bancroft School of Massage Therapy, where she achieved her Licensed Massage Therapist certification from 2009 to 2010. This experience in healthcare and wellness complements her financial expertise.
Early Career in Accounting
Kara Nilson began her career in accounting as an Accounting Clerk at Metavante, where she worked for eight years from 2001 to 2009. This foundational experience in accounting laid the groundwork for her subsequent roles in finance and accounts payable, contributing to her professional development in the field.