What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Analyst position at Mahaska Health Partnership?
At Mahaska Health, we are seeking a diligent and analytical Financial Analyst to join our team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the financial planning and analysis processes, providing critical insights that drive strategic decision-making within our organization. This position requires a deep understanding of financial principles, a high degree of proficiency in data analysis, and the ability to communicate financial information effectively to various stakeholders. As a Financial Analyst, you will be responsible for preparing detailed financial reports, conducting variance analysis, review financial results and participating in month end and year end close. You will work closely with department directors and executive leadership to develop budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial strategies. If you are passionate about utilizing your financial acumen to support the mission of providing exceptional health care, we encourage you to apply for this vital role in our organization.
Hours: Full-time - Monday - Friday
On Site - Mahaska Health
Essential Job Functions include but are not limited to:
- Participate in the completion of the month end close process.
- Complete assigned journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations and reports as assigned.
- Review financial results to identify variance drivers and trends in results.
- Compile and distribute periodic departmental financial results to directors and executive team.
- Regularly meet with departmental leadership to review financial results and trends.
- Assist in the development of provider and service line P&Ls.
- Identify and develop any reporting and financial matrix that would further assist in the review of financial activity in the hospital.
- Contribute to the completion of yearend financial close and yearend financial audit.
- Maintain customer confidence and protect operations by keeping financial information confidential.
- Display empathy and exemplary customer care skills.
- Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for his/her own practice
- Develop and retain knowledge of departmental and hospital protocol and know how to access resources appropriately.
Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Bachelor’s degree in business or accounting preferred or associate's degree in business or accounting or equivalent applicable experience required.
- One to three years of previous financial analysis experience.
- Experience working with ERP systems.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong organization and attention to detail.
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Must be self-motivated and able to work without supervision.
- Able to multitask efficiently and prioritize effectively.
