Financial Specialist

Baycare; Clearwater (FL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

BayCare System Office West seeks a Financial Specialist to lead financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning for large clinical and business service lines. Strong analytical skills and professional judgment are essential.

The role also involves mentoring team members, driving process improvements, and delivering strategic financial insights to leadership while maintaining data integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; required
• MBA or related field preferred
• Experience: 8 years accounting + financial analysis; or CPA + 6 years accounting + financial analysis; or 6 years with related Master's degree and financial analysis

Responsibilities

• Serve as the financial representative for assigned clinical and business service lines.
• Lead and improve financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and accounting processes.
• Support capital planning and capital asset management initiatives.
• Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to leadership.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and financial performance.
• Lead complex projects that support organizational priorities and objectives.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of financial information.
• Mentor colleagues and foster continuous improvement across the team.
• Build effective partnerships with leaders and stakeholders at all levels.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or related field

Job description

Clearwater:BayCare Sys Office West | Business and Administrative | Full Time

Description

Join BayCare and Make an Impact

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network includes 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers, and thousands of physicians. Supported by more than 30,000 team members, we are committed to a forward-thinking philosophy built on trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence.

Position Summary

The Financial Specialist assumes a leadership role within their area of expertise and collaborates with leaders across all levels of the organization. This role serves as the primary financial representative for large, complex clinical and business service lines, providing advanced financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning support.

As a subject matter expert, the Financial Specialist leverages critical thinking, analytical expertise, and professional judgment to enhance financial processes, improve data integrity, and support organizational goals. This position also leads complex projects, delivers exceptional customer service, and serves as a mentor to team members while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the financial representative for assigned clinical and business service lines.
• Lead and improve financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and accounting processes.
• Support capital planning and capital asset management initiatives.
• Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to leadership.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and financial performance.
• Lead complex projects that support organizational priorities and objectives.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of financial information.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and mentor to colleagues across the organization.
• Build effective partnerships with leaders and stakeholders at all levels.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or a related field

Experience

Candidates must meet one of the following combinations:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 8 years of Accounting experience and Financial Analysis experience; or
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA certification , and 6 years of Accounting experience and Financial Analysis experience; or
• Master's degree in a related field and 6 years of Accounting experience and Financial Analysis experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Minimum of 4 years of healthcare finance experience

Location: BayCare System Office West

Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Shift: Days

On Call: No

Why BayCare?

At BayCare, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment dedicated to improving the health of the communities we serve. We offer meaningful work, professional growth opportunities, and a culture focused on excellence, innovation, and teamwork.

BayCare Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.