Sr. Financial Analyst- Decision Support (FP&A)- Healthcare

Gillette Children's • Saint Paul, MN

57d • Remote

About The Position

Gillette Children’s is hiring a Senior to support financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis across the organization. These roles lead annual and quarterly planning, deliver monthly and ad hoc financial reporting, and develop analytical models that translate complex financial and operational data into actionable insights. The Senior Financial Analysts partner cross-functionally to improve financial processes, ensure data integrity, and support informed decision-making aligned with departmental and organizational goals.

This is a remote opportunity; however, the selected candidate must reside within a two-hour commute to the Twin Cities and have the ability to work onsite in St. Paul, MN as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field OR equivalent experience
• 6 years' experience financials or business operations; 2 years specific to healthcare
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (e.g. Power Query, macros, basic programming, pivot tables, conditional formatting, data tables, lookups, if statements, etc.).
• Human relations skills, and the ability to work with all levels of management, including explaining and obtaining cooperation for implementation of necessary internal controls.
• A willingness to learn new and different subjects, independently initiate, research, analyze, and resolve issues, and creatively problem solve, are key attributes to be successful.
• Must be an organized, detail oriented, self-directed, motivated and collaborative contributor with ability to function autonomously.
• Evolved Emotional Intelligence.
• Ability to function under pressure, conflicting priorities and deadlines.
• Analytical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communications and presentation skills.
• Understanding of healthcare billing, charge development, and reimbursement processes, as well as healthcare financial management and reporting.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting, management, and business principles and practices.
• Demonstrated and proven proficiency in databases and financial software applications.

Nice To Haves

• Masters’ degree or equivalent experience
• CPA/CMA/MBA
• Proficient understanding of healthcare financial analysis
• 2 years experience in healthcare reimbursement
• Experience and knowledge of Infor Financial & Supply Management, Cerner, or other financial software
• Advanced proficiency with Power BI

Responsibilities

• Lead dynamic and annual budgeting processes in collaboration with Finance leadership, ensuring accuracy and alignment with organizational goals.
• Facilitate cross-departmental planning and integrate stakeholder input into comprehensive financial plans.
• Optimize financial planning tools and maintain workflows that support accurate, consistent, and efficient forecasting and reporting.
• Prepare and support Monthly Operating Performance Reviews, providing key insights and recommendations.
• Track and analyze key metrics; develop scorecards and financial models to support decision-making and evaluate business opportunities.
• Conduct complex financial and cost analyses, including ROI modeling and scenario planning, to guide strategic initiatives.
• Provide timely ad-hoc financial analysis to support organizational and departmental needs.
• Partner with departments to align financial strategies, improve processes, and support operational efficiency.
• Educate business partners on financial tools, systems, and interpreting financial reports.
• Support accurate reporting for Medicare cost reports, cost accounting, KPIs, and year-end audits.
• Participate in system testing and implementation of new or updated financial tools and processes.

Benefits

• Gillette supports career progression and offers a competitive benefits package, including a retirement saving match, tuition and certification reimbursement, paid time off, and health and wellness benefits for .5 FTE and above.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees