Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst

Nebraska Medicine; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Clarkson College discount

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst to shape the financial future of healthcare. You will partner with leaders across the organization to improve financial performance, develop plans, build models, and identify opportunities to strengthen our health system.

Responsibilities include leading annual financial planning, performing analyses, and presenting actionable insights. A Bachelor’s in accounting/finance is required; healthcare experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years in operations, financial analysis or accounting.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field is required.
• Strong knowledge of financial management, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow, P&L and budgeting.
• Understanding of health system operations and hospital reimbursement practices.
• Proven financial and analytical skills with cost behavior knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of annual department financial plan and budget.
• Perform business analysis, build financial models and plan scenarios.
• Conduct monthly performance reviews and KPI development.
• Collaborate with operational leaders to improve financial performance.

Skills

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Cost understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business

Master's degree preferred in business/accounting/public health

Tools

Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs)

Tableau

Job description

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst

Help shape the financial future of healthcare. Nebraska Medicine is seeking a strategic finance professional who enjoys turning complex data into meaningful business decisions. In this role, you'll partner with operational leaders across the organization to improve financial performance, develop business plans, build financial models, and identify opportunities that strengthen the health system. If you thrive on solving complex problems, influencing decision-making through data, and helping leaders understand the financial story behind operational performance, this is an opportunity to make a measurable impact on patient care and organizational success.

Details

• Candidate must live in Nebraska or Iowa
• This is a hybrid position
• Preferred consideration will be given to applicants with healthcare experience
• Resume REQUIRED for consideration

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

• Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.
• Leading Health Network Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.
• Dignity and Respect: We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.
• Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting their healthcare careers to those who are years down the path.

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

The Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst will provide consultation related to improving operational and financial performance. Lead development of annual department financial plan, business analysis, business plan development, monthly performance reviews, KPI development and financial modeling.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of three years operations, financial analysis or accounting experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field required.
• Possess a strong knowledge of financial management and accounting theory and practice including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow, profit and loss, and budgeting required.
• Demonstrate an understanding of health system operations.
• Working knowledge of third-party reimbursement practices for hospitals and physicians required
• Proven financial and analytical skills, including knowledge of cost behavior principles required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel (pivot tables, vlookups)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for explaining financial recommendations.
• Highly motivated and independent to take action with minimal direction or supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior relevant work experience in a healthcare setting.
• Experience with Tableau or similar business intelligence and data visualization tools
• Master's degree in business, accounting or public health preferred.

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.