Financial Analyst - Budget & Financial Analysis

$75,005 - $111,010/Yr

The University Of Vermont Medical Center - Plattsburgh, NY

Full-time

Plattsburgh, NY

Hospitals

About the position

The Financial Analyst plays a crucial role in the development and management of departmental and organizational budgets within a healthcare setting. Reporting to the Director of Budget and Reimbursement, this position involves financial analysis, preparation of workpapers for cost report submissions, and acting as a liaison between clinical departments and finance. The role supports strategic and operational decision-making and primarily operates remotely with occasional onsite visits.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of departmental and organizational annual budgets.
• Conduct periodic financial management and analysis of assigned clinical business units.
• Prepare workpapers and analysis for annual cost report submissions and reimbursement-related audits.
• Act as a liaison between clinical departments and Finance, interpreting finance support needs.
• Support strategic and operational decision-making for customer groups and leadership team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of budget preparation experience in a healthcare environment.
• Minimum of 2 years of cost report preparation experience.
• Experience in healthcare cost accounting is preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is preferred.
• Knowledge of desktop PC applications and general accounting software.
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• General knowledge of not-for-profit healthcare accounting and healthcare revenue cycle.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to assimilate and retain high levels of detail.
• Ability to deal with an ever-changing environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Self-starter willing to invest time in a career and assume responsibility for personal growth.
• Ability to work well with others in a team setting.
• Ability to keep financial records confidential.

Nice-to-haves

• Training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of patients for which care is being provided.