Senior Financial Analyst I

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Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

 

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview

The Senior Financial Analyst I is responsible for conducting various routine and ad hoc reporting including historical and projected statistical, financial, labor, productivity, and patient-level financial reports. This individual provides analytical support and education to operational leaders across Children's Mercy to facilitate informed decision making.

 

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

 

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities

Maintains data integrity and privacy:

- Gain a thorough understanding of the flow of data through the FP&A systems including inputs from source systems and outputs

- Gain a thorough understanding of the dimension tables within the FP&A systems

 

Creates regular and ad hoc reports and performs analysis for various levels of leadership throughout the organization:

- Understand financial statements, measures, dashboards, reports, and data

- Assimilate large quantities of data using various reporting systems

- Understand relevant processes, systems, and tools

- Identify opportunities for improvement

- Assist with the tracking of improvement measures

- Assist with the development of financial business plans and track actual performance to plan

 

Serve as a strategic partner with Finance colleagues and leaders throughout the organization by respectfully investigating and answering financial questions:

- Facilitate discussions with peers to resolve questions, issues, and concerns posed by leadership

- Sustain personal and professional curiosity and continuous learning

- Communicate transparently with partners, peers and leadership

- Complete tasks and manage deadlines

Qualifications

This role reuires a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance (preferred) plus 1-2 years' experience.

 

Benefits at Children's Mercy

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Learn more about Children’s Mercy benefits.

Starting Pay

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $29.54/hr, but your salaried offer will be determined based upon your education and experience.

 

 

Remote Work/Work from Home

This is an intermittent remote position, which means that the person hired will work with his or her manager to determine a schedule that includes both at home and on-site hours at a Children’s Mercy location. The incumbent must live in the Kansas City metro area.

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