Financial Analyst Consultant

Company: Banner Health
Location: Sun City
Posted on: May 6, 2022

Job Description:

Primary City/State:Sun City, ArizonaDepartment Name:Facility Finance-HospWork Shift:DayJob Category:FinanceThe future is full of possibilities. At Banner Health, we're excited about what the future holds for health care. That's why we're changing the industry to make the experience the best it can be. Our team has come together with the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. The future of health care starts here. If you're ready to change lives, we want to hear from you.The Banner Boswell team is hiring a full time Financial Analyst.This department has a strong, supportive team with a variety of backgrounds in healthcare operation. We are a team that enjoy the ability to get involved in work that is at an enterprise level. We work with all departments directors within the facility and Finance teams from across the West Valley . We are self-starters and love owning each piece of our work. This position provides analytical and decision support to the hospital and across the region.This is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door of a growth oriented company! Our ideal candidate will have a Masters of Business Administration; have strong knowledge in debits and credits/Balance Sheet & Income Statements; a proficient understanding of Excel, Power Point, and other data modeling tools; be organized; can work independently; is results oriented and a team player. Healthcare experience a plus!This is a full time exempt position. There is flexibility in the shift times to adjust to business needs but generally our team starts between 7a and 9a and ends between 4p and 6p. This is primarily an in office position.Your pay and benefits (Total Rewards) are important components of your Journey at Banner Health. Banner Health offers a variety of benefit plans to help you and your family. We provide health and financial security options so you can focus on being the best at what you do and enjoying your life.Since 1970, Banner Boswell Medical Center has provided exceptional care to the people in the northwest area of metropolitan Phoenix. Today, our 501-bed acute-care hospital is recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals and offers a full range of acute care services, including cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, neurology, surgery, rehabilitation, emergency, stroke, intensive care, pulmonary, urology, wound management and sleep disorders. We've earned the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission for Primary Stroke Centers. We're also in the nation's top five percent for preventing mortality and complications.POSITION SUMMARY
This position provides analytical support for the financial positioning and future growth of assigned area/region. This position leads in the development, analysis, and preparation of financial plans, reporting and key performance indicators to achieve overall system and entity strategic goals and objectives.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Provides high level of financial expertise through analysis and interpretation of data gathered for decision support. Gather and challenge assumptions from various multi-disciplinary teams, develop financial proformas, and assist in preparation and presentation of business plans.

2. Leads key financial processes within assigned area or region (e.g. operating budgets, forecasting, program reporting and analysis, charge management, cost accounting, decision support, contracting and reimbursement analysis) by coordinating resources and communication and leading process teams.

3. Ensures regulatory compliance within the assigned business unit(s). Provides assistance, coordination and education, as necessary to internal customers for compliance within contractual and regulatory requirements.

4. Initiates and directs the identification and implementation of operating improvements and efficiencies by identifying important trends and variances through the review of management reports and financial analysis.

5. Implements and help guide processes to implement changes based on data. Provides strategic financial guidance based on high level analysis of various data elements.

6. Provides direction to coordinate implementation and support for financial systems based software products to enhance current and future system functionality. Develops and presents ongoing financial indicators and education programs based on the needs of assigned business unit(s).

7. Prepare accurate and timely management and regulatory reports by accessing information from a variety of sources and utilizing consistent reporting formats and assist in the development of meaningful performance measures.

8. Assignments located at various Banner locations will have regional accountability and will provide financial analysis support for multiple facilities within Banner.

9. Works on complex problems in which analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors. Proven advanced analytical and modeling skills are necessary. Must be able to work with minimal supervision and prioritize multiple projects and use of sophisticated software programs. Exercise judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Position interacts with Regulatory Agencies, Information Services Benefits, Finance and Human Resources ensure timely, accurate and efficient reporting of data and processes. Incumbent must be able to read and understand technical pronouncements, identify compliance issues and make independent decisions. Assignments with in the Western Region will have regional scope and accountability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration or equivalent experience.

Requires a proficiency level typically attained with 7+ years of experience in financial management. Must be able to work with minimal supervision and prioritize multiple projects. Requires excellent human relations skills and the ability to effectively interact and communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels staff and outside professionals.

Must be proficient in the use of sophisticated software programs. Proven advanced, analytical, and modeling skills are necessary. Must possess operational skills and knowledge in healthcare, strong leadership, and confidence.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Previous supervisory/team leadership experience preferred. Master of Business Administration (MBA) preferred. Experience in healthcare financial management preferred.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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