Financial Analyst

The Financial Analyst is responsible for collecting, analyzing & reporting findings on various financial & operational data. A strong basic understanding of accounting and financial principals is necessary. This position will work closely with the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis on a regular basis in preparing management reports and financial analysis as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Analyst duties

• Gathers, analyzes and prepares financial analysis reports for Reimbursement/Collections and other departments as needed
• Assists the Accounting/Finance Department in creating financial ratio reports
• Assists the VP Controller with cash flow reports and cash projections
• Analysis of collections and payer information for Patient Accounts
• Assists in month end close in the Accounting and Patient Accounts department when necessary
• Performs other duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

A.) Mission Driven

• Results Oriented
• Organizational Commitment
• Team Work
• Communication

B.) Exhibits Professional Conduct

• Flexibility
• High Integrity
• Initiative

C.) Concerned for Safety

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE

Education:

BS degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent financial background and knowledge

Skills:

Knowledge of insurance billing and third party reimbursement and working in a healthcare environment would be preferred.

Experience:

Experience with Access databases & Excel spreadsheets and a working background with financial ratio analysis as well as reading accounting financial statements

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequently required to sit for long periods of time
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Performance duties requires the employee to regularly reach with hands and arms; speak and hear

Lifeguard Ambulance Service is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.