Financial Analyst - Pricing Transparency

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

Job summary

Ochsner in New Orleans, LA is seeking a Financial Data Analyst to support monthly financial reporting, budgeting, and strategic analytics. You will analyze data, prepare reports, and assist with ad hoc inquiries to help drive profitability.

This role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and collaboration across finance and operations. The position entails working under moderate supervision, leveraging MS Office and database tools to deliver timely insights and ensure compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Math, Business Administration or Computer Science or 10 years of related experience.
• MBA or related advanced degree is preferred for advanced roles.

Responsibilities

• Updates and maintains financial information accurate monthly statements.
• Provides reporting and analytics to ensure operational profitability.
• Identifies opportunities for revenue enhancement.
• Participates in budget formation and related activities.
• Participates in quality assurance activities related to financial processes.
• Engages in professional development and supports special financial analysis projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Time management

Data entry

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Math/Business Administration/Computer Science

MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Exceptional care starts with exceptional people.

For us, this is more than a job- it's a calling. It's waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way.

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 OR 10 years relevant professional experience in lieu of a bachelor's degree
• 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
• Preferred- Experience in the healthcare industry

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 or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pu