Finance Director - Central Operations

Ascension Healthcare; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading non-profit healthcare organization dedicated to transforming healthcare delivery. This role offers the opportunity to lead financial activities, manage budgeting, and provide strategic guidance to enhance financial operations. With a commitment to community impact, you'll work in a collaborative environment that values innovation and continuous improvement. This position is ideal for those passionate about making a difference in healthcare and looking to grow their career in a supportive and mission-driven organization.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Long-term Disability

Employee Assistance Programs

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Community Engagement Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in finance with 2 years in leadership required.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Direct financial activities and provide guidance on budgeting and forecasting.
• Manage reporting and recommend strategies based on financial trends.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

MBA

CPA

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

G Suite

PeopleSoft

SQL

Tableau

Hyperion

Strata

Kaufman Hall Axiom

Job description

**Details**

+ Department: Finance, Texas

+ Schedule: Full Time: Monday-Friday

+ Location: Remote but must reside near Central Texas

**Benefits**

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Various health insurance options & wellness plans
• Retirement benefits including employer match plans
• Long-term & short-term disability
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Parental leave & adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ways to give back to your community

_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, and salary range at the time of the offer._

**Responsibilities**

• Direct ministry financial activities, policies & practices.
• Provide guidance on expense management, productivity, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and capital planning.
• Manage market statistical reporting and budgeting.
• Recommend strategies based upon financial, accounting, and industry trends.
• Plan and coordinate financial resources for departmental services.

**Requirements**

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 5 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required, with 2 of those years in leadership/management OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 3 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required, with 2 of those years in leadership/management.

**Additional Preferences**

• Ability to resolve routine issues exercising judgment to determine appropriate action.
• Review, analyze, and ensure the accuracy of financial and statistical reports for presentation to management.
• Develop ad-hoc financial models as needed to assist leadership with decision making.
• Strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Promote continuous improvement to reduce finance business process cycle times, improve forecast quality, and enhance information for decision-making.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and/or G Suite.
• Experience with PeopleSoft or other large ERP systems.
• Prior forecasting tools experience (Hyperion, Strata, Kaufman Hall Axiom, etc.).
• Experience with SQL or comparable query language.
• Familiarity with Tableau or other BI tools is a plus.
• MBA and/or CPA highly desired.

**Why Join Our Team**

Ascension associates are key to our commitment to transforming healthcare and providing care to all, especially those most in need. Join us to help drive impact through reimagining healthcare delivery and creating innovative solutions. Explore career opportunities across our locations and corporate headquarters.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based health system with over 134,000 associates and 2,600 care sites, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities across 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide all we do. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer, and make a positive community impact. Careers at Ascension are opportunities to enrich your life and those around you.

**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**

Ascension provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, or veteran status, in accordance with applicable laws.

For more information, view the EEO Know Your Rights posters in English and Spanish at the provided links.

As a military-friendly organization, Ascension supports career flexibility and benefits for military families, spouses, veterans, and reservists, encouraging the application of military experience in civilian roles.

Pay Non-Discrimination Notice and E-Verify participation details are also provided via linked documents and statements.