Financial Analyst

Ascension Health; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 66,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) employer match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension is hiring for a remote finance role near Austin, TX. The position involves in-depth cost, revenue, and statistical analyses to assess profitability and guide financial decisions within a nonprofit Catholic health system.

The role requires licensure or relevant state certification, 5+ years of financial analyst experience, and a strong grounding in GAAP. You will support budget development, deliver executive reports, and collaborate across departments to optimize costs and forecast

Qualifications

• Licensure / Certification / Registration required or preferred.
• 5+ years of financial analyst experience preferred.
• Experience with GAAP and internal governance standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-depth cost, revenue, and statistical analyses on complex operational data to evaluate profitability.
• Prepare and deliver detailed financial, accounting, and portfolio reports for executive leadership, verifying compliance with GAAP and internal governance standards.
• Support multi-departmental budget development and load final budget spreads into internal systems, and conduct reconciliations to uncover cost-saving opportunities.
• Consult across all levels of management to provide decision support, executing special research projects, scenario modeling, and long-term financial forecasting.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Reporting

Decision support

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Math

High School diploma with experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Remote (must be located near Austin, TX)

Department/Specialty: Finance

Schedule: Full-time | Monday-Friday

Salary Range: $65,712.77 - $91,599.55 per year

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Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Perform in-depth cost, revenue, and statistical analyses on complex operational data to evaluate profitability, track healthcare expenditures, and assess debt capacity.

• Prepare and deliver detailed financial, accounting, and portfolio reports for executive leadership, verifying compliance with GAAP and internal governance standards.

• Support multi-departmental budget development and review, load final budget spreads into internal systems, and conduct reconciliations to uncover cost-saving opportunities.

• Consult across all levels of management to provide decision support, executing special research projects, scenario modeling, and long‑term financial forecasting.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Accountant preferred. Licensure required relevant to state in which work is performed.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

What additional preferences we're seeking

• 5+ years of financial analyst experience preferred

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, or related field preferred

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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