Financial Analyst - Benson

ochsner; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans seeks a Finance Analyst to provide analysis to the assigned area under moderate supervision. You will analyze and report on monthly financial statements, maintain databases, and support strategic projects, including the budget process.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, plus experience with financial modeling in healthcare. You will respond to ad hoc reporting requests, help drive profitability, and participate in professional development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Math, Business Administration, or Computer Science or related area.
• Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) or related field preferred.
• Experience in financial analysis, forecasting and reporting.
• Healthcare contract modeling experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Updates and maintains financial information.
• Provides reporting and analytics to ensure operational profitability.
• Identifies opportunities for revenue enhancement.
• Participates in formation of budget and quality assurance activities.
• Engages in professional development and special projects.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Math/Business Administration/CS

Master's degree in MBA or related field preferred

Tools

FinThrive Contract Manager

FinThrive Modeler

Job description

We’ve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job, under moderate supervision, provides analysis to the particular area of the business they support. Analyzes and reports on monthly financial statements and maintains databases and other sources of information. Supports strategic projects leveraging financial and analytic capabilities. Assists in the budget process. Responds to Ad Hoc Reporting requests and answers questions from users of the financial reports. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Education

• Required - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Math, Business Administration, or Computer Science or related area
• Preferred - Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or other advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Work Experience

• Preferred - Experience in financial analysis, forecasting and reporting
• Experience with FinThrive Contract Manager and FinThrive Modeler preferred
• Experience supporting healthcare contract modeling, rate analysis, or payer reimbursement modeling
• Ability to interpret contract terms and translate them into accurate financial models

Certifications

• Preferred - Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or actively testing for certification

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various office software packages and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Good judgment and decision-making skills

Job Duties

• Updates and maintains financial information.
• Provides reporting and analytics to ensure operational profitability.
• Identifies opportunities for revenue enhancement.
• Participates in formation of budget.
• Participates in quality assurance activities.
• Participates in activities for professional development.
• Participates in special projects involving financial analysis.

Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking