Senior Financial Analyst

Springfield Clinic•Springfield, MO

About The Position

The Senior Financial Analyst supports special financial projects, analyses, and feasibility studies. The role researches and evaluates operational and financial functions across Clinic departments to develop complex business decisions and recommendations for senior management, supporting operational efficiency, accuracy, cost controls, and expanded services. It provides financial reporting and analysis to inform budget and strategic-plan decisions, consults with management on long-term decisions, and conducts projects to improve processes and performance. The position reports to the Financial Planning and Analysis Manager and operates in a professional office environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
Seven to eight years of experience as a Financial Analyst is required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects.
Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from physicians, managers, employees, and business associates.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Access.
Ability to attend in-service classes or workshops relevant to the job.
Confidentiality is required.

Nice To Haves

CPA or advanced degree.
Three to five years of healthcare financial analytical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assemble and summarize data to prepare sophisticated reports on financial status and risks.
Develop financial models and conduct benchmarking and process analysis.
Conduct studies of past, future, and comparative business performance and develop forecast models.
Identify trends, advise the company, and recommend actions to senior management based on analysis.
Consult with management to guide and influence long-term and strategic decision-making.
Compile and analyze financial reports and identify discrepancies requiring senior management attention.
Research and resolve business unit inquiries.
Perform special projects to improve process efficiency and performance, as well as other projects assigned by management.
Provide timely, relevant, and accurate analysis of divisional performance against historical, budgeted, forecasted, and strategic-plan results to facilitate decision-making toward budget and strategic-plan achievement.
Prepare financial reports, charts, tables, and other exhibits as requested.
Comply with Springfield Clinic incident reporting policies and procedures.
Adhere to required OSHA and Springfield Clinic training and accomplishment policies.
Provide excellent customer service and adhere to the SC Way customer service philosophy.
Perform other job duties as assigned.