Sr. Financial Analyst (FP&A)- Healthcare

The Senior Financial Analyst supports financial operations processes, including forecasting, planning, and financial/business performance. The position develops the annual and quarterly plan, integrating financial data from various systems, and provides strategic insights through analysis and reporting. The Senior Financial Analyst provides analytical support through monthly reporting, complex financial modeling, and development of ad hoc Operational and Financial reporting ensuring data integrity of financial and detailed charge data. This position assists in identifying and evaluating opportunities to improve department performance, and general support of other internal and external users of financial information. The Senior Financial Analyst fosters collaboration across functions to improve financial processes and align financial strategies with departmental and organizational goals.

This is a remote opportunity; however, the selected candidate must reside in Minnesota or Wisconsin and have the ability to work onsite in St. Paul, MN as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

The annual salary range for this opportunity is $86,257/annually to $129,396/annually, with a median salary of $107,827/annually. Pay is dependent on several factors including relevant work experience and internal equity. Salary is just one component of the compensation package for employees. Gillette supports career progression and offers a competitive benefits package, including a retirement saving match, tuition and certification reimbursement, paid time off, and health and wellness benefits for .5 FTE and above.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Lead dynamic and annual budgeting processes in collaboration with Finance leadership, ensuring accuracy and alignment with organizational goals.

• Facilitate cross-departmental planning and integrate stakeholder input into comprehensive financial plans.

• Optimize financial planning tools and maintain workflows that support accurate, consistent, and efficient forecasting and reporting.

• Prepare and support Monthly Operating Performance Reviews, providing key insights and recommendations.

• Track and analyze key metrics; develop scorecards and financial models to support decision-making and evaluate business opportunities.

• Conduct complex financial and cost analyses, including ROI modeling and scenario planning, to guide strategic initiatives.

• Provide timely ad-hoc financial analysis to support organizational and departmental needs.

• Partner with departments to align financial strategies, improve processes, and support operational efficiency.

• Educate business partners on financial tools, systems, and interpreting financial reports.

• Support accurate reporting for Medicare cost reports, cost accounting, KPIs, and year-end audits.

• Participate in system testing and implementation of new or updated financial tools and processes.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field OR equivalent experience
• 6 years' experience financials or business operations
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (e.g. Power Query, macros, basic programming, pivot tables, conditional formatting, data tables, lookups, if statements, etc.).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Human relations skills, and the ability to work with all levels of management, including explaining and obtaining cooperation for implementation of necessary internal controls.
• A willingness to learn new and different subjects, independently initiate, research, analyze, and resolve issues, and creatively problem solve, are key attributes to be successful.
• Must be an organized, detail oriented, self-directed, motivated and collaborative contributor with ability to function autonomously.
• Evolved Emotional Intelligence.
• Ability to function under pressure, conflicting priorities and deadlines.
• Analytical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communications and presentation skills.
• Understanding of healthcare billing, charge development, and reimbursement processes, as well as healthcare financial management and reporting.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting, management, and business principles and practices.
• Demonstrated and proven proficiency in databases and financial software applications.

Preferred

• Masters’ degree or equivalent experience
• CPA/CMA/MBA
• Proficient understanding of healthcare financial analysis
• 2 years experience in healthcare reimbursement
• Experience and knowledge of Infor Financial & Supply Management, Cerner, or other financial software
• Advanced proficiency with Power BI

At Gillette Children’s, we foster a culture where every team member feels a sense of belonging and purpose. We are dedicated to building an environment where all feel welcomed, respected, and supported. Our values are embedded at the heart of our culture. We act first from love, embrace the bigger picture, and work side-by-side with our patients, families, and colleagues to help every child create their own story. Together, we work to ensure patients of all backgrounds and abilities reach their full potential.

Gillette Children's is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of an individual's race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation or gender identity, military status or any other class protected by federal, state or local laws.

Gillette Children’s is a global beacon of care for patients with brain, bone and movement conditions that start in childhood. Our research, treatment and supportive technologies enable every child to lead a full life defined by their dreams, not their diagnoses.

To learn more about working at Gillette Children's, please visit https://www.gillettechildrens.org/careers.

Gillette Children's participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) E-Verify program which is an internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Gillette will give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS or the Social Security Administration (SSA) to resolve the issue before Gillette takes any further action. Please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/ for further details regarding e-verify.

Salary : $86,257 - $129,396