Job Summary
The Financial Analyst is responsible for providing financial analysis, reporting, and decision support to designated department(s). This role involves conducting financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis to support key business decisions. The Financial Analyst collaborates with cross-functional teams to provide insights into financial performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
Essential Functions
- Conducts financial analysis and modeling to support the department, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Prepares and analyzes monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, highlighting key trends and financial performance metrics.
- Collaborates with department leaders to provide financial insights and recommendations to improve operational efficiencies and revenue cycle outcomes.
- Assists in the preparation of budgets and financial plans, ensuring alignment with department goals and organizational objectives.
- Monitors and analyzes key performance indicators (KPIs) to track financial performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Supports the month-end and year-end close processes, preparing journal entries and reconciling accounts as needed.
- Utilizes financial systems and reporting tools to extract and analyze data, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial information.
- Participates in special projects and financial initiatives, providing analytical support and recommendations to senior leadership.
- Provides ad hoc financial reports and analysis to support decision-making processes for the department.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field required
- Master's Degree preferred
- 2-4 years of experience in financial analysis required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting techniques.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
- Experience with financial systems, such as SAP, Oracle, or Hyperion, and advanced Excel skills.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
- Master's Degree
- 2-4 years of experience in financial analysis
- Proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting techniques
- Advanced Excel skills
- Experience with financial systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Hyperion
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
What We Do
Community Health Systems, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading operators of general acute care hospitals. The organization’s affiliates own, operate or lease more than 80 hospitals in 16 states with approximately 15,000 licensed beds. Affiliated hospitals are dedicated to providing quality healthcare for local residents and contribute to the economic development of their communities. Based on the unique needs of each community served, these hospitals offer a wide range of diagnostic, medical and surgical services in inpatient and outpatient settings.







