Financial Analyst

Parkview North Hospital - Fort Wayne, IN

Full-time

Fort Wayne, IN

Hospitals

About the position

The Financial Analyst position at Parkview North Hospital is a critical role within the Asset Management team, focusing on the creation, tracking, and reconciliation of assets purchased by the organization. This position is responsible for maintaining and analyzing financial records and accounts, budgeting, and providing audit support for Parkview Health. The analyst will perform functions associated with both internal and external financial reporting, as well as the analysis of routine and complex financial transactions. These transactions may involve the general ledger or underlying operational systems such as Strata, Decision Support, and EPIC. In this role, the individual must possess a strong understanding of the effects of financial activities and be able to report findings to management in a clear financial statement or management reporting format. The position requires significant interaction with databases and large volumes of data, necessitating the ability to interpret, validate, and articulate results effectively. Additionally, the analyst will be tasked with reconciling sub-systems and related balance sheet accounts, resolving variances, and suggesting control and process strengthening initiatives to enhance financial operations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong analytical and accounting skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential, as the role involves working independently while also being open to guidance from others. The ability to manage multiple tasks from various customers simultaneously is crucial, along with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Knowledge of third-party payer reimbursement, coding, and documentation requirements will be beneficial, as will proficiency in software programs including Excel, Word, General Ledger systems, and business intelligence software.

Responsibilities

• Create, track, and reconcile assets purchased by Parkview North Hospital.
• Maintain and analyze financial records and accounts.
• Support budgeting processes and provide audit assistance for Parkview Health.
• Perform internal and external financial reporting functions.
• Analyze routine and complex financial transactions at the general ledger or operational system level.
• Interpret, validate, and articulate results from large volumes of data.
• Reconcile sub-systems and related balance sheet accounts, resolving variances as needed.
• Suggest control and process strengthening initiatives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive financial accounting or analyst experience, or a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or other quantitative field.
• Minimum of three years public accounting audit experience or five years of experience in private accounting, finance, or operations analysis, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Strong analytical and accounting skills with the ability to analyze financial statements and benchmarks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate emerging leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks from multiple customers simultaneously.
• Highly accurate and analytical with strong attention to detail.
• Self-starter and results-oriented with high motivation.
• Proficiency in software programs including Excel, Word, General Ledger systems, and business intelligence software.

Nice-to-haves

• CPA certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of third-party payer reimbursement, coding, and documentation requirements.