Financial Analyst III - Camino Media

Clinica Sierra Vista•Bakersfield, CA

About The Position

The Financial Analyst III is a senior-level analyst who supports the Director of Financial Planning & Analytics in delivering high-quality financial analysis, forecasting, and strategic insights across the organization. This role is responsible for performing complex financial analyses, maintaining financial models, and supporting budgeting and forecasting processes. The Financial Analyst III works closely with operational and clinical leaders to provide data-driven insights while assisting in the development of tools, reports, and processes that enhance organizational financial performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, Economics, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in financial analysis, reporting, or analytics, with at least two (2) years in a healthcare setting.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and BI/reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik).
Strong knowledge of data governance, health care compliance, and regulatory reporting (UDS, HRSA, OMB, etc.).
Experience preparing financial analyses for executive leadership and/or Board-level reporting.
Demonstrated ability to lead projects, mentor junior staff, and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Highly organized with strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Prepare clear and concise financial analyses, summaries, and presentations for review by the Director of FP&A.
Support the development of recommendations by conducting research, modeling, and data analysis.
Serve as a resource on financial, budgeting, and forecasting matters for internal stakeholders.
Participate in cross-functional meetings, committees, and projects as assigned.
Assist in the development and maintenance of financial models, databases, and tracking systems to support organizational reporting and analysis.
Support the annual operating budget process, including data gathering, analysis, and coordination with departments.
Develop and maintain financial models to support multi-year forecasting under the direction of the Director of FP&A.
Assist in preparing rolling forecasts and scenario analyses.
Perform budget vs. actual variance analyses and identify key drivers.
Support evaluation of value-based initiatives and other reimbursement models.
Collaborate with Pharmacy and other departments on revenue trend reporting.
Assist in monitoring provider productivity benchmarks.
Analyze expense trends and support identification of cost containment opportunities.
Prepare financial reports to support operational decision-making.
Support development of pro forma financial models for new sites, programs, and expansions.
Assist with financial components of grant applications, including sustainability analysis.
Support capital budgeting processes, including tracking and reporting on approved projects.
Contribute to the development and standardization of FP&A tools, templates, and processes.
Take direction from the Director of FP&A on priorities, workplans, and deliverables.