Financial Analyst

Springfield Clinic•Springfield, IL

8d•$63,981 - $95,971

About The Position

The Financial Analyst assists with special financial projects, analyses, and feasibility studies. The role involves research, systems overviews, and direct observation of departmental operational or financial functions to support operational efficiency and accuracy. The Financial Analyst provides financial and analytical support for compensation accounting and forecasting, develops and maintains financial models and planning templates, and supplies reporting and analysis to support business decisions. The position reports to the Director of Finance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
Minimum of two years of financial analysis experience.
Minimum of two to four years of accounting or analytical experience.
Maintain confidentiality.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from physicians, managers, employees, business associates, and the general public.
Extremely strong MS Excel skills.
Attend in-service classes or workshops relevant to the job.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree.

Responsibilities

Provide financial and analytical support for compensation accounting and forecasting.
Compile and analyze financial reports, identifying discrepancies requiring senior management attention.
Research and resolve business unit inquiries.
Prepare financial reports, charts, tables, and other exhibits as requested.
Perform special projects to improve process efficiency and performance as assigned by management.
Provide timely, relevant, and accurate analysis of divisional performance against historical, budgeted, forecasted, and strategic planning results to support decision-making and achievement of the budget and strategic plan.
Maintain and develop financial models and standard templates used by Finance during the planning process, ensuring quality, accuracy, and focus on analytical review.
Facilitate integration of business processes, people, and relevant technology to identify, configure, and communicate useful information and support business decision-making.
Follow Accounting department policies and procedures.
Comply with Springfield Clinic incident reporting policies and procedures.
Adhere to required OSHA and Springfield Clinic training and accomplishments under applicable policies.
Provide excellent customer service and adhere to the SC Way customer service philosophy.
Perform other job duties as assigned.