Advocate Aurora Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, focusing on clinical innovation and value-based care. They are seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to perform advanced financial analysis and reporting to support strategic decision-making across healthcare, academic, and corporate operations, while collaborating cross-functionally to drive organizational financial strategy and process improvements.
Responsibilities:
- Lead advanced financial analysis and reporting to support strategic initiatives, capital planning, and organizational goals
- Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models for cash forecasting, capital planning, treasury management, and scenario analysis
- Conduct benchmarking, KPI analysis, and variance reporting to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
- Oversee budgeting processes, cost accounting, and productivity standards; provide recommendations for process improvements
- Apply government reimbursement rules (e.g., Medicare/Medicaid) and ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and regulatory requirements
- Lead or coordinate complex financial projects, including business development assessments, program reviews, and reconciliation variances
- Research and document technical accounting issues serve as a resource for interpreting new accounting standards and regulatory changes
- Mentor accounting staff, provide financial systems training, and support professional development within the finance team
- Present complex financial information and recommendations to senior leadership; collaborate cross-functionally with internal departments and external stakeholders
- Drive process improvements and implement best practices in financial analysis, reporting, and systems utilization
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business, or related field
- 5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis or accounting, with demonstrated leadership or project management experience
- Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Strong communication and presentation abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial systems
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Detail-oriented, able to manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
- Ability to handle confidential information and work under pressure
- Master's Degree
- CPA or CMA or CFP
- Experience in healthcare
- Proficiency in Kodiak, Epic, Workday
- Advanced Excel skills