Financial Operations Analyst

Job Title: Financial Operations Analyst

Department: CHS Finance

Reports To: Financial Analysis Manager & Financial Controller

Job Summary: In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the financial health of Cayuga Health System. The Financial Operations Analyst will be responsible for analyzing financial data, streamlining processes, and contributing to the overall success of our health system by providing detail-oriented reports and analytics that will drive performance improvements across business units.

Location: Ithaca

Job Responsibilities include:

• Conducting comprehensive financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement and growth.
• Preparing detailed financial reports and presenting findings to key stakeholders.
• Utilizing financial systems to create and maintain accurate records.
• Developing and implementing financial policies and procedures.
• Monitoring budget performance, providing insights into budgetary discrepancies.
• Assists with development and maintenance of the hospital's cost accounting system.
• Participates with consultants on organizational initiatives.
• Collaborating with other departments to ensure the accuracy of financial information.
• Maintaining knowledge of current industry trends and regulations.
• Developing innovative strategies to improve operational efficiency.
• Staying up to date with financial technologies and software.

Qualifications

• You should be a highly organized individual with excellent problem-solving skills and an aptitude for numbers. KPIs, OKRs, NPR, and SQL are acronyms you're familiar with and not phased by.
• You should be adept at using financial systems, have strong attention to detail, and be able to interpret financial data with precision.
• You are a self-starter who can work both independently and collaboratively.
• You are a creative thinker with excellent communication and organizational skills.
• You have the ability to multitask and prioritize work in order to meet internal deadlines.

Bonus Qualifications

• Financial modeling skills: Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyze scenarios and provide insights into the financial impact of various initiatives.
• Advanced Data Analytics: Experience in advanced data analytics tools and techniques.
• Healthcare Knowledge: Familiarity with healthcare systems, processes, and terminology.
• Thrive in a fast-moving department within a larger organization, adapting quickly to changes and challenges.
• Champion creative solutions and welcome out-of-the-box thinking to drive continuous improvement.
• Focus on achieving tangible results on time, even in organizational complexities.
• Drive a results-oriented culture within the department, setting and exceeding ambitious goals.
• Communicate effectively in a manner that transcends organizational silos, ensuring clear and concise messaging.

Requirements:

Education - Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or a related field

Experience - Three years of experience in financial operations, analysis and/or budgeting

Licensure - none required.

Physical Requirements - must remain stationary 50% or more of the time. Must be able to exchange accurate information. May occasionally need to move light objects up to 20 pounds.

About Cayuga Health

Cayuga Health System unites two longstanding, independent hospitals, Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca and Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls. Our two hospitals and multiple ambulatory locations have served our respective communities well for many years. Our nurses and patient services providers are committed to providing exceptional patient care and a meaningful experience to our patients and their families. By joining together in a cohesive healthcare network, we are in a strong position to provide seamless, comprehensive, community-centered care for the many residents we serve across the Finger Lakes and central New York.

Cayuga Health is made up of a diverse interdisciplinary team of individuals, united around the goal of providing patient-centered health care in a healing environment. We believe that a key ingredient in providing the highest quality care for our communities is to create a warm and rewarding environment for our team. Learn about what makes Cayuga Health an unmatched place to work and apply today!

Benefits

• We offer a very competitive compensation and benefits package, including a generous paid time-off package
• Our full-time and our benefited part-time employees receive the same benefits package
• Health insurance coverage becomes the first day of the month following your start date
• Tuition reimbursement is available for career-related education
• We offer two retirement programs - both a Defined benefit and 403b Defined contribution

Cayuga Health System Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Cayuga Health System commits to treat all people with dignity so that everyone who comes to us is safe, cared for, and respected. We will support the growth of our employees and the health of our community by embracing the rich diversity of social and cultural identities, needs, and life circumstances of all people. We strive to recognize and overcome personal biases and systemic policies that marginalize others and contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care, and good health outcomes.