Full Time Senior Financial Lead Analyst

Riverside Health Care Facilities Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health Care Facilities Inc. is seeking a Senior Financial Lead Analyst to provide senior financial support to the Director, Financial and Statistical Services and the Finance department.

You will assist in budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, and financial reporting across multiple programs and sites. Requirements include a finance credential, at least five years of progressive finance experience, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-year Finance Diploma/Degree from a recognized College/University or CPA program underway.
• Minimum of 5 years related and progressive finance experience in analysis, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, or financial planning.
• Ability to analyze complex financial information and provide recommendations to support decision-making.
• Experience supporting senior leadership with financial analysis, reporting, and planning would be an asset.
• Experience in health care, public sector, or not-for-profit organizations would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial analysis, recommendations, and decision support to the Director, Financial and Statistical Services.
• Develop, coordinate, and monitor operating and capital budgets.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, modelling, and variance analysis.
• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, risks, opportunities, and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Prepare financial reports, summaries, and briefing materials for leadership, Board, committee, Ministry, and funding reporting.
• Collaborate with Finance, Supply Chain, and Operations to improve financial visibility.
• Support continuous improvement of financial processes and controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality & integrity

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

ORMED (financial system)

Education

Finance diploma/degree

CPA program enrollment

Additional accounting certification

Tools

ORMED

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

REPORTS TO (Title)

Senior Director Financial & Statistical Services

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Full Time Senior Financial Lead Analyst

Site La Verendrye General Hospital

Department Finance

Status Full-time

Salary Scale $78,253 to !101,088 annually

POSITION (Title) Full Time Senior Financial Lead Analyst

Department/Service Area Finance

Site Coprorate

REPORTS TO (Title) Senior Director Financial & Statistical Services

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Position Summary

The Senior Financial Lead Analyst provides senior financial support and advice to the Director, Financial and Statistical Services, and the Finance department. The position supports organizational financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial performance analysis, capital planning, and financial reporting activities. The role provides financial insight, identifies emerging risks and opportunities, and supports leadership decision-making through the preparation and interpretation of timely and accurate financial information. Working collaboratively with Finance, Supply Chain, and operational leaders, the Senior Financial Lead Analyst strengthens financial accountability, supports resource planning, and contributes to the ongoing development and improvement of financial processes and practices across Riverside Health Care.

Qualifications Required

• Minimum of 3-year Finance Diploma/Degree from a recognized College/University or currently enrolled in the CPA (CA, CMA, CGA) program at an equivalent level or working toward a certification
• Minimum of 5 years related and progressive finance experience, including experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, or financial planning
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial information, identify trends, and provide recommendations to support decision-making
• Experience supporting senior leadership with financial analysis, reporting, and planning activities would be an asset
• Experience in health care, public sector, or not-for-profit organizations would be an asset

The Senior Financial Lead Analyst Is Required To

• Work independently and demonstrate sound professional judgment
• Be dependable, versatile, highly motivated, competent, and cooperative
• Demonstrate initiative, leadership, and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Possess strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Maintain a high level of organization and attention to detail
• Demonstrate the ability to interpret financial information and communicate findings effectively
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality, integrity, and accountability
• Demonstrate the ability to build effective working relationships across the organization
• Be physically capable of performing the essential duties of the job

Core Responsibilities

• Act as a key financial resource to the Director, Financial and Statistical Services by providing financial analysis, recommendations, and decision support.
• Support the development, coordination, and monitoring of organizational operating and capital budgets.
• Lead financial planning activities including budget preparation, forecasting, financial modelling, and variance analysis.
• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, risks, opportunities, and emerging financial pressures, and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Prepare financial reports, summaries, and briefing materials to support leadership, Board, committee, Ministry, and funding reporting requirements.
• Provide financial insight related to operational priorities, resource allocation, sustainability, and service delivery decisions.
• Support the Director in advancing financial accountability, process improvements, and effective financial management practices.
• Coordinate with Finance team members to support timely completion of financial reporting, planning activities, and organizational priorities.

Specific Duties

Financial Planning, Analysis & Reporting

• Coordinate and support the annual operating budget process, including preparation, analysis, consolidation, and ongoing monitoring.
• Develop and maintain forecasting tools and financial models to support financial planning and decision-making.
• Perform monthly analysis of financial results, including identification of significant variances, trends, and financial pressures.
• Prepare financial commentary and recommendations to support leadership review of financial performance.
• Support preparation of Board reports, leadership reports, Ministry submissions, funding reports, and other financial reporting requirements.
• Assist with year-end financial processes, audit requirements, and preparation of supporting documentation.
• Provide financial analysis related to operational efficiency, effectiveness, and sustainability opportunities.

Capital Planning & Funding Analysis

• Provide financial oversight and monitoring of capital projects including approved budgets, expenditures, commitments, forecasts, and funding requirements.
• Track capital project financial performance and provide reporting on project status, funding utilization, and emerging pressures.
• Monitor alignment of capital expenditures with approved funding sources and organizational priorities.
• Identify potential funding gaps, timing issues, and financial risks related to capital initiatives.
• Prepare financial analysis and information to support leadership decision-making related to capital investments.

Expenditure & Operational Financial Analysis

• Analyze operating expenditure trends, spending patterns, and financial impacts to support effective resource management.
• Provide financial analysis related to procurement activity, operating costs, and budget performance.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and operational leaders to improve financial visibility and accountability.
• Identify opportunities for improved financial stewardship, efficiencies, and cost management.

Finance Process & Organizational Support

• Assist with the review, development, and enhancement of financial processes, controls, policies, and procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within Finance to improve efficiency, accuracy, and accountability.
• Assist with financial system improvements and reporting requirements from a financial perspective.
• Maintain strong working knowledge of financial systems and reporting tools, including ORMED, Microsoft Excel, Word, and other applicable systems.

General Responsibilities

• Carry out all work assignments in accordance with applicable legislation, regulatory requirements, professional standards, funding requirements, and organizational policies, including requirements related to privacy, health care delivery, quality improvement, and financial accountability.
• Maintain awareness of and comply with applicable legislative and regulatory requirements relevant to Riverside Health Care operations, including those governing health care and long-term care services.
• Participate in the Department’s Quality Management Program and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality, accuracy, and integrity of financial information.
• Collaborate effectively across Finance, Supply Chain, and Operations.
• Provide professional and effective service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Complete all employment tasks in a timely, accurate, and professional manner.
• Perform other duties not specifically mentioned in the policies, procedures, or job descriptions or that may, from time to time, be assigned.

Conditions Of Employment

• Human Resource Policies
• Corporate Policies
• Department Policies