Financial Analyst

SUMMARY 

The financial analyst is responsible for maintaining financial integrity and accuracy in a changing strategic and financial landscape. The analyst must have a deep understanding of the unique debt and insurance landscape in healthcare in addition to excellent accounting knowledge and financial modeling and analysis skills. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION/COMPETENCIES 

The responsibilities and duties described in this job description are intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties may vary depending on the specific needs of the affiliate or location you are working at and/or state requirements. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Prepares financial reports and statements.
• Analyzes spending.
• Develops strategies to streamline expenditures and improve the company’s bottom line.
• Performs a wide variety of financial reporting, modeling, and related analyses for assigned areas of responsibility.
• Prepares and reviews general ledger information.
• Compiles and prepares financial statements and reports.
• Assists in annual budgetary procedures.
• Performs other position related duties as assigned.
• Employees shall adhere to high standards of ethical conduct and will comply with and assist in complying with all applicable laws and regulations. This will include and not be limited to following the Solaris Health Code of Conduct and all Solaris Health and Affiliated Practice policies and procedures; maintaining the confidentiality of patients' protected health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); immediately reporting any suspected concerns and/or violations to a supervisor and/or the Compliance Department; and the timely completion the Annual Compliance Training.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS

• N/A

KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES

• Critical understanding of the P&L, Balance Sheet, and their impact on cash.
• Cash flow forecasting with complex working capital knowledge.
• Verbal and written communication skills to “translate” financial results to non-finance healthcare professionals.
• Thorough understanding of the ethical and financial obligations of the organization.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong business partnering skills and collaboration across multiple departments.
• Ability to update reports/dashboards and provide analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills and functional knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Advanced financial modeling skills.
• Business Intelligence software (Adaptive, Tableau, etc) (preferred).
• Familiarity with large scale ERP or G/L package, Microsoft Dynamics GP preferred.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance required.
• Master’s in Finance or Business preferred.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• One to three years' of experience in financial analysis preferred.
• Healthcare industry experience preferred.

REQUIRED TRAVEL

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Carrying Weight Frequency

1-25 lbs. Frequent from 34% to 66%

26-50 lbs. Occasionally from 2% to 33%

Pushing/Pulling Frequency

1-25 lbs. Seldom, up to 2%

100 + lbs. Seldom, up to 2%

Lifting - Height, Weight Frequency

Floor to Chest, 1 -25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%

Floor to Chest, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%

Floor to Waist, 1-25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%

Floor to Waist, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%