Financial Analyst - System Service Lines

Ochsner Health - New Orleans, LA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - New Orleans, LA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Financial Analyst position at Ochsner Health System involves providing financial analysis and reporting to support the organization's strategic projects and budget processes. Under moderate supervision, the analyst will maintain financial databases, analyze monthly financial statements, and respond to ad hoc reporting requests. This role is crucial for ensuring operational profitability and identifying revenue enhancement opportunities within the healthcare sector.

Responsibilities

• Updates and maintains financial information.
• Provides reporting and analytics to ensure operational profitability.
• Identifies opportunities for revenue enhancement.
• Participates in formation of budget.
• Participates in quality assurance activities.
• Participates in activities for professional development.
• Participates in special projects involving financial analysis.
• Responds to ad hoc reporting requests and answers questions from users of the financial reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Math, Business Administration, or Computer Science or related area.
• Preferred: Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or other advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Preferred: Experience in financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting.
• Preferred: Experience in the healthcare industry.
• Preferred: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or actively testing for certification.
• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and various office software packages.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Good judgment and decision-making skills.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule