Manager of Financial Planning and Analysis (Full Time, Towson)

General Summary:

• Under the direction of the Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, is responsible for managing the annual budget preparation of the Health System and its affiliates.
• Manages the ongoing financial analysis of the organization. 
• Supports the Executive Team, Service Group Leadership Teams, both Clinical and Administrative.
• Through delegation or personal effort, provides general and Financial Planning & Analysis support to the operating divisions as required.  
• Manages a staff of one professional. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Work requires a professional level of knowledge of general and cost accounting and financial analysis – acquired through a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. 
  • Possession of CPA is strongly preferred.
• Work requires 7 to 9 years of accounting experience including budget planning and analysis; substantial knowledge of financial methodologies used in FP&A, and has operational skills with Excel spreadsheets, macros and pivot tables; leadership skills, and general knowledge of financial accounting, budgeting, patient accounting, and financial reporting software. 
  • At least 2 years experience must be in health care; specifically in Maryland with an understanding of the Health Services Cost Review Commission (HSCRC) and state regulatory requirements, with at least 3 years of management level experience.
• Work requires a high level of analytical and problem solving skills with an ability to perceive the larger picture and highlight significant issues. 
• Work requires substantial interpersonal skills in order to communicate effectively with all levels of management, both inside and outside the Finance Division, direct professional staff, work with external consultants and advisors, and lead or participate on project task forces. 
• Work requires preparation of financial feasibility studies, financial data for new programs, reviewing completed projects and key reports, HSCRC adjustments and Medicare allowances and the like.

Benefits:

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous mileage reimbursement program

Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.