Manager, Financial Planning/Business Partners

We are recruiting for a motivated Manager, Financial Planning/Business Partners to join our team!

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Department

Financial Analysis Services

Job Summary

The Manager, Financial Planning leads a team of Finance Business Partners and oversees the daily operations of Denver Health's Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) function. This role is responsible for driving standard work practices, optimizing use of financial systems (Kaufman Hall/Axiom, Epic, etc.), and delivering meaningful financial insights to support strategic and operational decision-making.The manager collaborates closely with executive leaders, department directors, and cross-functional finance teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. This position plays a key role in shaping the financial strategy and ensuring high-quality support for operational leaders throughout the organization.

Essential Functions:

• Lead Financial Planning & Reporting Provides support in the development, coordination, and execution of the annual budget, monthly forecasts, and variance analysis. Deliver timely and accurate financial reports and insights to support executive decision-making (20%)
• Manage and Develop Finance Business Partner Team Hire, train, and mentor a team of Finance Business Partners, fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. (20%)
• Supports and provides input for Standardization and Process Improvement Develop and implement standard work processes and reporting templates. Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and automation of financial planning activities. (20%)
• Provides inputs for Financial Systems Utilization Provides input in optimizing the use of key financial systems (e.g., Kaufman Hall Axiom, Epic, Infor/Lawson) to support planning, modeling, reporting, and cost management. (10%)
• Provide Strategic Financial Analysis Conduct complex financial modeling and analysis to evaluate operational performance, new initiatives, cost reduction opportunities, and staffing needs. (10%)
• Partner with Operational Leaders Collaborate with department leaders and senior executives to align financial plans with organizational strategy, deliver performance insights, and support productivity and benchmarking efforts. (10%)
• Ensure Regulatory and Internal Compliance Monitor financial performance, ensure compliance with financial policies and legal requirements. (10%)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field. Required
• Master's Degree Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field. Preferred

Work Experience:

• 4-6 years in financial management or leadership position Required and
• 7-9 years in financial analysis, planning, or business partnership roles Required

Licenses:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in financial systems, particularly Kaufman Hall Axiom, Epic, and ERP systems (e.g., Infor/Lawson)
• Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with general ledger, accounts payable, and productivity benchmarking tools
• Deep expertise in financial planning and performance management in a healthcare setting
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to diverse audiences
• High degree of analytical thinking, problem-solving, and project management capability
• Commitment to collaboration, service excellence, and continuous improvement
• Business acumen necessary to make critical assessments

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$113,200.00 - $181,200.00 / yr

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Tuition reimbursement & assistance

• Education & development opportunities including care