Financial Analysis Consultant

Banner Health•Chandler, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides analytical support for the financial positioning and future growth of an assigned area or region. It leads the development, analysis, and preparation of financial plans, reporting, and key performance indicators to support system and entity strategic goals. The role is based onsite primarily at Banner Ocotillo Medical Center, with additional support at Banner Desert Medical Center, and works with the Finance Director, facility leaders, and the AZ Community Analytics team. The position leads financial processes such as month-end close, variance analysis, proformas, budgeting, forecasting, program reporting, charge management, cost accounting, decision support, and contracting and reimbursement analysis. It develops financial guidance from complex data, supports compliant and timely reporting, identifies operational improvements, and helps implement data-driven changes. This is a part-time role working 28 hours per week: Mondays at Banner Desert Medical Center and the other days at Banner Ocotillo Medical Center.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, or equivalent experience.
At least 7 years of experience in financial management.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and prioritize multiple projects.
Excellent human relations skills and ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with staff at all levels and outside professionals.
Proficiency in sophisticated software programs.
Advanced analytical and modeling skills.
Operational skills and knowledge in healthcare, strong leadership, and confidence.
Ability to read and understand technical pronouncements, identify compliance issues, and make independent decisions.

Nice To Haves

Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Experience in healthcare financial management.
Additional related education and/or experience.

Responsibilities

Analyze and interpret financial data to support decision-making; gather and challenge assumptions, develop financial proformas, and assist with preparing and presenting business plans.
Lead financial processes for the assigned area or region, including operating budgets, forecasting, program reporting and analysis, charge management, cost accounting, decision support, and contracting and reimbursement analysis.
Coordinate resources and communications and lead process teams for financial work.
Support regulatory compliance by assisting, coordinating, and educating internal customers regarding contractual and regulatory requirements.
Identify trends and variances in management reports and financial analyses, and direct the identification and implementation of operating improvements and efficiencies.
Provide strategic financial guidance based on analysis of multiple data elements and help guide implementation of data-based changes.
Coordinate implementation and support for financial systems software to enhance current and future functionality.
Develop and present financial indicators and education programs for assigned business units.
Prepare accurate and timely management and regulatory reports from varied information sources using consistent formats, and assist in developing meaningful performance measures.
Provide regional financial analysis support for multiple facilities when assigned to various Banner locations.
Work on complex analytical problems, prioritize multiple projects, use sophisticated software, and make independent decisions within established practices and policies.
Interact with regulatory agencies and Information Services, Benefits, Finance, and Human Resources to support timely, accurate, and efficient reporting and processes.