Financial Analyst II

Compile and analyze data used in budget planning, decision support, productivity, variance analysis, economic justification, and special projects in accordance with established departmental standards, policies and procedures. Provide customer assistance and education in analyzing financial reports and utilizing various financial tools. Perform other related duties as assigned or directed in order to meet the goals and objectives of the department

Essential Job Functions:

• Apply knowledge of financial applications/theories and analytical skills in the preparation of the operating budget, month-end financial review, and forecasting processes.
• Perform in-depth ad hoc financial analysis with recommendation and conclusion.
• Maintain financial application(s) integrity, through daily/monthly/quarterly maintenance and processing of data loads, reconciliations, and structure maintenance.
• Complete reconciliations of data from feeder systems (e.g., General Ledger, Payroll, etc.) to the DSS system, Kaufman Hall, Workforce Analytics and other systems utilized by local finance team(s).
• Develop in-depth knowledge of the statistics utilized in the Decision Support System, General Ledger, Kaufman Hall, Workforce Analytics, etc. Monitor the collection of statistics to ensure receipt in a timely fashion. Update statistics on a monthly/quarterly basis and ensure the accuracy of all statistics through an in-depth review procedure.
• Recommend to management changes to RHM statistical data collection that more closely reflects Trinity standards and results and better source data.
• Independently perform routine financial analysis (e.g. routine pricing studies, Six Sigma financial entitlements, equipment replacement financial studies) with minimal supervision.
• Participate in special projects as instructed by senior personnel and assist in intermediate financial analysis (ex. Service line analysis, develop new department or service economic justifications) with supervision.
• Ability to function independently with minimal oversight and direction. Display high level of accountability and demonstrate mid-level competency of technical and troubleshooting expertise.
• Communicate in written and oral form effectively with internal and external users, including management and administration. Ability and temperament to communicate in a tactful, pleasant and helpful manner the results of complex analyses.
• Ability to make presentations to interdepartmental staff members and other various management levels.
• Ability to organize, plan and carry out functional activities.
• Demonstrate interest and motivation to increase working knowledge of the job, hospital, and industry updates, including rules and regulations as they pertain to the hospital financial area.
• Ability and temperament to adapt to constantly changing conditions and other various job details.
• Ability and temperament to exercise good judgment in work related situations.
• Other responsibilities – as requested.

Education, Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's of Science in business administration, finance/accounting or other healthcare related area or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of one to two years experience in finance and/or accounting analysis required. Three to four years preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of the principles of general accounting and theories of finance is required.
• Previous experience in a hospital environment is desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft application suite, particularly Excel.
• Knowledge of healthcare nomenclature, business processes, and clinical functions. Strong analytical, logical reasoning and problem-solving skills, with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.