Financial Analyst

Job description

The Financial Analyst is responsible for performing financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics tracking. Analyzes financial data and creates financial models for decision support. Reports on financial performance and prepares for regular leadership reviews. Analyzes past results, performs variance analysis, identifies trends, and makes recommendations for improvements. Works closely with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting. Evaluates financial performance by comparing and analyzing actual results with plans and forecasts. Guides the cost analysis process by establishing and enforcing policies and procedures. Provides analysis of trends and forecasts and recommends actions for optimization. Identifies and drives process improvements, including the creation of standard and ad-hoc reports, tools, and Excel dashboards. Increases productivity by developing automated reporting/forecasting tools. Performs market research, data mining, business intelligence, and valuation comps. Maintains a strong financial analysis foundation creating forecasts and models

Requirements

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• familiarity with data query/data management tools
• 3+ years of business finance or other relevant experience
• High proficiency in financial modeling techniques
• Strong fluency with Excel formulas and functions
• Strong analytical and data gathering skills
• Good business acumen
• 5+ years of healthcare business finance or other relevant experience
• MBAs are preferred
• Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Statistics are preferred major fields
• Proven work experience in a healthcare
• FMVA or similar designations preferred
• Strong quantitative and analytical competency
• Advanced knowledge of Excel
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to streamline functions and passion to learn and grow
• Strong interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication skills
• Comfort dealing with ambiguity and the ability to work independently

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