UnityPoint Health is Hiring a Financial Planning Analysis Analyst Near Des Moines, IA
OverviewFinancial Analyst position assists with financial planning and budgeting processes to create plans and analyzes financial performance against those plans. This includes providing analytical consulting assistance to the administrative and managerial staff of the organization. This position is responsible to help improve financial and operational performance throughout the organization by identifying opportunities for performance improvement based on analysis of financial models. Position provides financial support for management, including but not limited to analysis of departments, financial statements, development of robust and actionable reports, and presentation of information used in decision making. Other duties include ad hoc operational and financial analysis for special projects, preparing financial forecasts and budgets, and researching and explaining financial performance.This individual will preferably reside within the UPH Gegraphical footprint area OR the Greater Des Moines area.Why UnityPoint Health?
Commitment to our Team – We’ve been named a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022 by Becker’s Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
Visit us at UnityPoint.org/careers to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work. https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ ResponsibilitiesFinancial Planning and Analysis
Assists with financial planning and budgeting processes, including partnering with operational leaders to create financial plans within targeted levels
Analyzes financial statements and data and presents financial data using detailed reports and charts
Analyzes operating results and works with leadership to understand key drivers of performance
Researches and prepares variance analysis and explanations
Assembles and summarizes data to build robust financial models and forecasts
Using data as a guide, generates solutions to problems and independently makes decisions
Presents findings to leadership and makes recommendations based on financial and businessresults
Understands key business drivers and metrics and provides financial guidance based on analytical processes performed
Supports the communication of relevant financial and operational information and trends by initiating the development of actionable analysis as a basis in making management decisions
Analyzes differences through benchmarking and process analysis
Utilizes cost accounting to model future projections and identify areas for improvement
Maintains a strong knowledge of financial technology systems and data sources to accurately and efficiently extract, manage, and utilize information in a meaningful manner 90%
Maintains a strong focus on process improvement opportunities to increase the efficiency and/or effectiveness of the process
Performs other duties as requested by Finance leadership, including but not limited to the Director of Financial Planning & Management Reporting
QualificationsEducation:Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field Experience:Minimum two years work experience in financial planning, budgeting, analytics, and accounting related fields Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to understand and communicate concepts and recommendations
Analytical and pragmatic headset
Tenacity to problem solve and think critically, with the ability to look at a problem, provide solutions, and a strong inquisitiveness to always know more
Strong independent decision-making capabilities
Excellent business and financial acumen
Detail oriented and strategically minded
Strong relationship management skills
Self-starter with the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced, ever changing environment
Ability to work on projects with multiple milestones and several customers
Highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel
Other:
Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position