What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Decision Support and Cost Accounting position at Mercy?
Find your calling at Mercy!
The Director - Decision Support leads efforts in identifying, investigating, and recommending margin improvement opportunities. This role involves overseeing the Decision Support team and the Costing team, facilitating significant cross-functional collaboration, and aligning financial strategies with operational goals. This position reports to the Executive Director - Financial Planning and Capital Management, and partners with community CFOs for leading a team that delivers insights, recommendations, and results that drive margin improvement.Position Details:
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in financial analysis, healthcare operations, or coding, with significant experience in a decision support setting.
• Proven leadership experience in managing financial teams and driving financial performance improvements.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across functions and levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis tools.
• Expertise in cost accounting, coding chargemaster, and revenue mapping is preferred.
Competencies
• Strategic Thinking
• Analytical Acumen
• Leadership and Team Development
• Forward-facing communication to interface with all levels
• Collaboration and Influence
• Financial Acumen
• Results-Oriented
Why Mercy?
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.