Finance Senior Specialist/UKHC

U K Healthcare Ltd; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 81,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

UK Healthcare is seeking a Financial Senior Specialist to partner with Finance leadership to advance enterprise financial strategy and deliver clear insights for executive decision-making. The role requires translating complex data into actionable recommendations and aligning priorities with organizational goals.

The candidate should bring strong analytical skills and a forward-looking approach to planning, with experience in financial analytics and organizational budgeting.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate the ability to conduct and interpret qualitative/quantitative analysis of finances and operative data.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage financial planning tools, calendars, and systems
• Optimize financial processes and procedures for efficiency and accuracy
• Assess economic, social, clinical, and regulatory factors affecting financial performance
• Build and apply predictive models to support strategic decisions
• Perform activity-based financial analyses to inform operations and performance
• Translate complex clinical and financial data into clear insights
• Prepare concise, executive-level presentations and analyses
• Partner with leadership to deliver actionable, data-driven recommendations

Skills

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/economics

MBA preferred

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title Finance Senior Specialist/UKHC

Requisition Number RE55943

Working Title Finance Senior Specialist/UKHC

Department Name H3998:EVPHA Finance

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 14

Salary Range $81,328-156,062/year

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education BA

Required Related Experience 5 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification None

Physical Requirements This position requires standing, walking, and sitting for long periods of time. Must be able to push, pull, and lift objects up to 50 lbs. Occasional (<20% of the time) job-related travel.

Shift Monday – Friday; 8am – 5pm.

Job Summary

UK Healthcare is seeking a Financial Senior Specialist to partner with Finance leadership in advancing enterprise financial strategy. This role supports executive decision-making by delivering clear financial insights, aligning strategic priorities, and driving data-informed outcomes. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, a forward-looking approach to planning, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities include

• Coordinate and manage financial planning tools, calendars, and systems
• Optimize financial processes and procedures for efficiency and accuracy
• Assess economic, social, clinical, and regulatory factors affecting financial performance
• Build and apply predictive models to support strategic decisions
• Perform activity-based financial analyses to inform operations and performance
• Translate complex clinical and financial data into clear insights
• Prepare concise, executive-level presentations and analyses
• Partner with leadership to deliver actionable, data-driven recommendations

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Must demonstrate the ability to conduct and interpret qualitative/quantitative analysis of finances and operative data.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

BS in accounting, finance, economics, or other business-related degree required. MBA in Accounting, Finance, or Economics preferred.

Deadline to Apply 10/11/2026

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