Financial Operations Analyst

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement and growth.
• Preparing detailed financial reports and presenting findings to key stakeholders.
• Utilizing financial systems to create and maintain accurate records.
• Developing and implementing financial policies and procedures.
• Monitoring budget performance, providing insights into budgetary discrepancies.
• Assists with development and maintenance of the hospital's cost accounting system.
• Participates with consultants on organizational initiatives.
• Collaborating with other departments to ensure the accuracy of financial information.
• Maintaining knowledge of current industry trends and regulations.
• Developing innovative strategies to improve operational efficiency.
• Staying up to date with financial technologies and software.

Required Skills and Experience

• Education - Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or a related field
• Experience - Three (3) years of experience in financial operations, analysis and/or budgeting
• Licensure - None required

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Financial modeling skills: Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyzing scenarios and providing insights into the financial impact of various initiatives.
• Advanced Data Analytics: Experience in advanced data analytics tools and techniques.
• Healthcare Knowledge: Familiarity with healthcare systems, processes, and terminology.
• Thriving in a fast-moving department within a larger organization, adapting quickly to changes and challenges.
• Championing creative solutions and welcoming out-of-the-box thinking to drive continuous improvement.
• Focusing on achieving tangible results on time, even in organizational complexities.
• Driving a results-oriented culture within the department, setting and exceeding ambitious goals.
• Communicating effectively in a manner that transcends organizational silos, ensuring clear and concise messaging.
• Highly organized individual with excellent problem-solving skills and an aptitude for numbers.
• KPIs, OKRs, NPR, and SQL are acronyms you're familiar with and not phased by.
• Adept at using financial systems, having strong attention to detail, and being able to interpret financial data with precision.
• Self-starter who can work both independently and collaboratively.
• Creative thinker with excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Able to multitask and prioritize work in order to meet internal deadlines.

Physical Requirements

• Must remain stationary in a seated position 50% or more of the time.
• May occasionally need to move light objects up to 20 pounds.

Location and Travel Requirements

• Location: Cayuga Health System - Montour Falls, NY.
• Hybrid with remote flexibility.
• Preferred driving distance (90 minutes) from Montour Falls, NY or Ithaca, NY to attend onsite meetings as required.
• May consider applicants within NY/NJ/PA/VA/MD or northeast region.
• Shift: Full-Time Days FLEX.
• Anticipated schedule 8:00am to 4:30pm EST Monday through Friday, with ability to flex according to department or operational needs.
• Travel: 0%-15% Local area travel may be required as department needs arise.

Pay Range Disclosure

Standard Rate of $65,000 to $85,000 per year plus benefits

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.