Financial Analyst
About The Position
Alter Behavioral Health is an adult mental health treatment provider with a network of upscale inpatient residential facilities in Orange County and San Diego. Our mission is to advance the future of mental healthcare through innovative, evidence-based treatments, delivering excellence, fostering human connection with unwavering compassion that empowers every individual to thrive. This role plays a critical part in supporting financial performance, operational decision-making, and organizational growth through meaningful analysis and reporting. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, collaborative, and capable of transforming complex financial data into actionable business insights. This position works closely with Admissions, Business Development, Revenue Cycle Management, and executive leadership to support revenue optimization, forecasting, and strategic planning.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
- At least two (2) years of professional experience in an analyst role.
- Demonstrated expertise in advanced Excel functions and financial statement analysis.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP principles.
- Valid California Driver’s License required.
- CPR & First Aid certification required (or ability to obtain prior to start).
- Must pass Live Scan fingerprint clearance.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- 3+ years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A).
- Experience in the healthcare, mental health, or residential treatment industry.
- Progress toward CPA or CFA certification.
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP) and specialized BI tools.
Responsibilities
- Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, opportunities, risks, and performance drivers.
- Prepare, review, and distribute financial reports and key performance metrics.
- Conduct variance analyses and provide recommendations to improve financial performance.
- Develop dashboards and visual reporting tools using Excel, Power BI, or similar platforms.
- Present findings and recommendations to management in a clear and actionable manner.
- Partner with Admissions, Business Development, and Revenue Cycle Management teams to evaluate revenue streams and identify opportunities for optimization.
- Monitor revenue trends, payer performance, and operational metrics.
- Support strategic initiatives through financial modeling and data-driven recommendations.
- Assist with special projects related to growth, operational efficiency, and profitability.
- Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Analyze actual results against budgets and forecasts.
- Assist department leaders with financial planning and performance monitoring.
- Support the month-end close process through reconciliations and financial analysis.
- Assist in maintaining accurate financial records and reporting.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal financial controls.
- Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and improve reporting efficiency.
- Support implementation of best practices across finance and operational departments.
- Promote data integrity and accuracy across financial systems and reporting platforms.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution
- 401(k) with employer match up to 6%
- PTO & CA Paid Sick Leave
- Gym membership/wellness reimbursement (up to $50/month)
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
