Financial Analyst Service Lines Sr.

The Financial Analyst Service Lines Sr. at Northside Hospital Inc. is responsible for moderate to complex financial analysis, modeling, and reporting for designated service lines. The role serves as a subject matter expert and primary financial point of contact for operational leadership, leveraging SQL and advanced analytics tools to support executive decision-making and strategic initiatives.

Location and Schedule

• Location: Atlanta, GA (onsite)
• Work hours: 8am-5pm

Core Responsibilities

• Perform moderate to complex financial analysis and modeling projects using various financial systems.
• Extract, manipulate, and analyze data from financial tools to complete ad hoc requests and develop recurring financial reports for executive leadership.
• Serve as subject matter expert for designated service line(s) and as the primary financial point of contact for operational leaders within those service lines.
• Lead and plan moderate to complex financial analysis projects with a high degree of autonomy.
• Delegate tasks to Associate Financial Analysts, as appropriate, and coordinate related project work.
• Act as the primary point of contact for tier II or tier III service line operational leadership.
• Participate as a key member of a cross-functional team that acts as a liaison between Corporate financial departments and healthcare operational leadership to develop and implement financial strategies.
• Utilize SQL and other methods to extract and abstract data from financial systems, including data warehouses and Axiom, and maintain comprehensive knowledge of those resources.
• Conduct complex data analyses to identify financial trends and patterns using financial software, Excel, and visualization tools such as Power BI and Spotfire.
• Convert analytical findings into concise conclusions that inform business decisions for key stakeholders.
• Create and present financial models, reports, and insights to executive leadership with professional and concise communication.
• Continually evaluate and implement improved modeling and reporting methods.
• Mentor and review the work of Associate Analysts by providing guidance, training, and development.
• Develop strategic financial projections and identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue growth for assigned service line(s).
• Complete complex ad hoc projects that impact operational and financial decisions at the request of team leadership with minimal supervision, as needed.
• Support cross-functional initiatives aimed at streamlining financial reporting and processes.
• Track local and regional market trends, competitor awareness, and service line-specific developments.
• Maintain relationships required to support cross-departmental collaboration and serve cross-departmental needs.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of healthcare finance topics, including hospital reimbursement, cost accounting, capital and operating budgets, capital investment analysis, profitability statements, accounting principles, and revenue cycle management and performance development; understand how healthcare finance process changes affect other functions.
• Anticipate information needs for service line operational leadership and system financial leadership, and communicate required data in multiple formats, including verbal, written reports, and PowerPoint presentations.
• Provide actionable conclusions and recommendations based on provided data.
• Follow proper safety techniques per hospital and department policies and procedures, including immediately reporting mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or employee/patient/visitor injury-accident to the Manager.

Technology and Tools

• SQL
• Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Power BI
• Spotfire
• PowerPoint

Required Qualifications

• Education: B.S. degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field
• Experience: Five (5) + years of financial analysis experience, preferably with a focus on healthcare
• Advanced proficiency in financial software, Excel, Microsoft Office, and data visualization tools
• In-depth knowledge of financial statements and key drivers
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to support decision-making
• Advanced skills in collecting, organizing, and analyzing large amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely
• Expertise in financial modeling, data analysis, and presentation tools
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills
• Ability and willingness to provide mentorship to Associate Financial Analysts

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or other intensive financial credential
• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or Health Administration
• Experience in a senior audit, financial consulting, or related role with a financial services firm
• Exposure to healthcare finance or operations
• Experience with databases using SQL or other advanced system languages, including creating and managing complex queries
• Prior experience utilizing decision support applications

On-Call Requirements

• No on-call requirements