Financial Analyst

Department

FINANCIAL ANALYTICS - 108213

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Work Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Pay Grade

Job Description

The Sr. Financial Analyst leads the preparation and delivery of financial, clinical and business analysis, project management, and consulting services for the healthcare system and affiliates. This includes the accurate quantification and measurement of clinical outcomes. In addition, other key responsibilities include the oversight and development of operating plans and financial solutions that promote an environment of effective decision-making, revenue enhancement, cost efficiency, and sound business practices. Works closely with other corporate teams (accounting, materials management, decision support, reimbursement/tax, and budgeting) and other hospital teams to develop and package financial and clinical products and services catered to meet the specific needs of network customers. Ensures the effective and timely delivery of quality financial/information products and services to VHS customers, including the development of capital project proforma's and ROI analyses that support and validate capital expenditure decisions.

Supports the Corporate Director of Strategic Finance in the development of the annual operating and capital budgets and assists in the seamless integration of these plans with the operating goals of hospital business units. The financial analyst is a key liaison and "front-line" financial resource between hospital operations and Strategic Finance and serves to create a forward-focused guiding vision and environment of "no surprises" and exceptional customer service.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field

Masters degree, CPA/CMA and background in healthcare consulting or financial analysis is strongly desired

Experience

At least three (3) years professional experience in healthcare

At least five (5) years experience in finance or accounting, or Masters degree in Health Services Administration with extensive work experience as an analyst required

Qualifications

Must be highly analytical and possess a strong grasp of finance concepts such as capital budgeting, discounted cash flow, financial statement analysis and forecasted.

Must be proficient in cost accounting methods and their limits in a healthcare setting. Must possess an in-depth working knowledge of decision support systems, spreadsheet database and other software tools. Must have strong oral and written presentations skills and be able to make effective oral presentations and prepare concise written reports to a variety of audiences, including Boards. Must be able to communicate complex concepts in simple form for non-finance users to understand the appropriate use and limits of the information provided them. Must be capable of independent thinking in terms of considering potential arenas for analysis or performance improvement and initiate projects around those areas without direction.

Must be able to learn unfamiliar concepts quickly. Must have the ability to effectively manage a complex, dynamically changing schedule around the needs of customers and bring a marketing mentality in providing exceptional customer service to network clients. Must work effectively in a team environment and able a supportive contributor or leader in team matters. Must conduct him or herself professionally and be capable of developing and maintaining positive, service oriented relationships with all levels of healthcare professionals, both internal and external to VHS, as well as Board members, administration and others. Must be able to plan, coordinate and prioritize resources.

Benefits

At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program

Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.

To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.