Financial Analyst- Full Time - Michigan Residents Only

osition:

Financial Analyst Reports To:

Controller Schedule :

Full-time Position Location/Department:

Accounting About Us:

Sheridan Community Hospital is a vital healthcare resource in our rural community, providing compassionate, patient-centered care in a Critical Access Hospital setting. Our dedicated staff take pride in delivering high-quality services with a personal touch, ensuring our patients receive the care they need close to home.

Job Summary:

Financial Analyst will be responsible for analyzing financial data, managing budgets, and forecasting trends, labor productivity to support decision-making, improve the financial performance, efficiency, and strategic financial planning of the SCH Hospital and Clinics.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting and Analysis :

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, variance analyses, and profitability studies.

Budgeting and Forecasting :

Assist in the development of annual operating budgets, departmental forecasts, and long-term financial plans.

Cost Management and Efficiency :

Analyze expenses, identify cost-reduction opportunities, and evaluate the financial impact of operational changes. Hospital Medicare/Medicaid Cost reporting knowledge an added advantage

Strategic Planning and Modeling :

Create financial models for growth initiatives, service line expansions.

Benchmarking and Data Mining :

Utilize tools like SQL, Excel, and BI software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to extract data from financial systems (e.g., EPIC, Lawson) to compare performance against industry standards.

Compliance :

Ensure financial records adhere to regulatory standards and policies, including Medicare/Medicaid requirements. Other duties as assigned

Education, Experience and Other Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor's/Master's degree in finance,

Accounting, or Economics Technical Skills:

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, modeling), SQL for data querying, and experience with BI tools.

Experience:

5 years' progressive experience in healthcare financial Accounting or hospital/Healthcare operations, in a similar role. Extensive Knowledge in Healthcare reimbursement, developing trends and policy changes, preferably in Hospital setting.

Analytical Abilities:

Strong ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and translate financial concepts for non-financial stakeholders. Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Strong analytic skills and detail orientated. The ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Why Join Us Make a meaningful impact in a rural, critical access setting Work closely with dedicated physicians and care teams Full-time position with stability and purpose