FINANCIAL ANALYST - HYBRID

COOPER PEDIATRICS; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper University Health Care in New Jersey is seeking a Budget Analyst to support the Budget Manager in preparing annual budgets, analyzing variances, and developing productivity standards. The role includes forecasting, benchmarking, and reporting key indicators to drive financial performance.

The ideal candidate has healthcare budgeting experience, strong data analysis skills, and proficiency with Access/SQL and spreadsheets, with the ability to work independently and within a team.

Qualifications

• Experience in budgeting and accounting preferably in a healthcare environment.
• Working knowledge of budgetary and financial accounting principles and practices including the ability to prepare, interpret and analyze financial statements.
• Data analysis or data modeling to analyze data creatively and present results clearly.
• Knowledge of database management software (Access, SQL).
• Strong computer skills; proficient with spreadsheets and databases.
• Software implementation and project management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and writing skills.
• Deadline oriented; able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple complex and concurrent projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist Budget Manager with preparation of annual budgets.
• Analyze budget variances and develop productivity standards.
• Produce productivity reporting and benchmarking analyses.
• Develop monthly, quarterly and annual financial forecasts.
• Report key performance indicators to leadership.

Skills

Budgeting

Accounting

Data analysis

SQL

Access

Excel

Project management

Education

BS/BA required

Tools

Access

SQL

Job description

About us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

Responsible for assisting the Budget Manager with the preparation of annual budgets, analysis of budget variances, development of productivity standards and productivity reporting, operational benchmarking analysis, development of monthly, quarterly and annual financial forecasts and reporting of key performance indicators.

Experience Required

Experience in budgeting and accounting preferably in a healthcare environment. Working knowledge of budgetary and financial accounting principles and practices including the ability to prepare, interpret and analyze financial statements OR Experience in data analysis/data modeling the ability to analyze data in creative ways and display results in a compelling manner; Knowledge of database management software (Access, SQL); Strong computer skills; proficiency with spreadsheets and databases. Software implementation and project management skills. Excellent interpersonal skills as well as superior writing skills. Deadline oriented; ability to work independently and in a team environment. Ability to manage multiple complex and concurrent projects.

Education Requirements

BS/BA required.