Financial Project Manager

Description

About Elica Health Centers:

Elica Health Centers is a mission-driven Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing high-quality, compassionate care to diverse communities throughout the Sacramento area. We offer comprehensive medical, dental, behavioral health, and wellness services—regardless of income, insurance, or immigration status.

Our team is dedicated to removing barriers to care and improving lives through innovation, collaboration, and cultural humility. With clinic sites and mobile services, Elica is a trusted community partner committed to health equity.

Join us and be part of a team that’s making a meaningful impact every day.

Position Overview:

Elica Health Centers is seeking a detail-oriented, mission-driven Financial Project Manager to lead cross-functional financial projects that enhance organizational performance, compliance, and long-term sustainability.
In this highly visible and impactful role, you will collaborate with the COO/CFO, Controller, Finance staff, Business Intelligence team, other project managers, and other stakeholders. The position requires strong project management ability, analytical focus, and the ability to translate financial insights into operational improvements, driving innovation and efficiency acrossfinancial and revenue cycle operations.
You will work in a collaborative, diverse, and multicultural work environment, with daily opportunities to influence strategy, processes, and results.
Candidates with experience in project management and analytical skills are encouraged to apply. Sacramento area applicants only; no remote work available.

Compensation:

 $100,000 to $110,000 annually, depending on experience

Requirements

 Key Responsibilities: Project Management and Data Analysis

•  Manage a portfolio of financial operations projects, ensuring precision and adherence to established timelines, focusing on alignment with organizational strategic priorities.
•  Develop, implement, and monitor financial workflows, with an emphasis on automation and error reduction to enhance project efficiency.
•  Analyze financial data and trends to inform strategic planning, drive financial forecasting, and support critical decision-making processes.
•  Prepare and present executive-level reports on project progress, identified risks, and achieved outcomes to C-Suite and Board stakeholders, ensuring transparent communication.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses for new programs, services, and capital investments
•  Track billing, collections, and payer mix to proactively identify risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement within the revenue cycle project scope.
•  Develop and deploy dashboards, track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Objectives and Key Results (OKRs), and utilize other tools to measure financial and operational project performance.
•  Recommend and implement corrective actions and process enhancements to optimize revenue capture and improve organizational financial performance.
•  Support ongoing continuous improvement initiatives by providing actionable data insights derived from project analysis.
•  Confidently present project findings to senior leadership, effectively addressing inquiries and facilitating informed strategic decision-making.
•  Partner with clinical and administrative teams to ensure financial project goals are seamlessly integrated with broader operational needs.
•  Provide respectful, constructive feedback to leadership and peers when identifying project errors or process gaps, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications:

•  Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
•  5 or more years in healthcare financial analysis, with strong foundations in healthcare accounting, healthcare revenue cycle operations, and healthcare financial project management.
•  5 or more years of experience leading and managing complex projects in a highly collaborative manner, with demonstrated ability to manage end-to-end project execution from initiation to completion.
•  Advanced Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets skills, including pivot tables, dashboards, and complex formulas.
•  Advanced skills with project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Asana).
•  Proficiency with financial systems (e.g., Sage Intacct, QuickBooks, Multiview) and data visualization platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
•  Self-starter with high personal accountability and ability to work independently.
•  Strong emotional intelligence and discretion in handling confidential matters.
•  Adapt