System Business Analyst Job at Appalachian Regional Healthcare in Lexington

Overview:

The System Business Analyst supports the Regional Business Directors as the primary finance point of

contact for of an assigned region, associated department(s) and business unit(s), providing direct and

proactive support with budget development, operational performance analyses, strategic financial analyses

and business case/capital proforma development. The System Business Analyst reports to Regional Business

Directors but has accountabilities to the operations leaders within the region and/or assigned entities (inclusive

of, but not limited to regional CMOs, CEOs and other operations leadership as well as the ARH executive

team). It is general practice that the System Business Analysts will have assignments that are complex and/or

higher volume, serving regional markets, facilities and departments with finances while being a liaison to other

finance related subject matter experts. The System Business Analyst will support by being consultants,

liaisons and represent finance at meetings or on teams and committees. Individuals in this role must be able to

effectively prioritize and communicate while providing guidance and education to other staff members

regarding complex financial matters.

Responsibilities:

Ability to conduct and interpret qualitative/quantitative analysis of finance and operational data.

Be able to draw and summarize significant conclusions from the data and provide appropriate level of thoughtful

observation and recommendations via presentation to enterprise leadership

Core understanding of accounting, including the unique accounting practices of health care

Advanced computer skills with strong knowledge of spreadsheet programs; experience with database and

decision support systems is preferred.

Ability to assemble managerial financial reports and proformas from multiple sources consistent with and

reconciled to audited financial statements and officially released documents

Ability to communicate clearly with leadership, internal and external customers to understand incoming requests,

and be able to translate and draw on the appropriate data sources to ultimately provide useful, relevant insights

and conclusions

Basic understanding of patient care operations, including the complexities of various hospital designations,

markets, ambulatory clinics and related entities

Proficiency in analyzing and explaining financial impact, explaining the operational rate and volume drivers of

results and outcomes

Ability to form constructive working relationships with various stakeholders, customers, colleagues, and

supervisors

Ability to simultaneously manage multiple and competing requests and projects concurrently while adhering to

deadlines. Ability to perform under changing circumstances and deadlines.

Creativity to address unprecedented circumstances, access multiple data sources, and discover ways to improve

existing processes and data sources. Ability to engineer new or alter current processes.

Demonstrate continued willingness to learn, while developing business acumen to achieve ongoing growth within the position and within the organization

Strong attention to detail with the ability to learn quickly. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent customer service. Ability to gain respect and confidence with professional peers.

Qualifications:

Education

Bachelors Degree in finance, accounting, or related field from an accredited college or university is required; MHA, MBA or equivalent experience preferred

Minimum Work Experience

1 year functional experience providing financial analysis of health care operations required

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Strong data analytics, interpersonal communication, collaboration, problem solving, organizational, presentation, training, excellent follow through and prioritization skills. Advanced knowledge of common analytical tools such as Excel, Tableau; experience with Axiom Decision Support Suite desirable; project management experience preferred