Budget Analyst - Hybrid
The University of California, San Diego
About this position
Position Description
UC San Diego Health is seeking a detail-oriented Hospital Financial Analyst to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in developing the fiscal year operating budgets and collaborating with department leaders to ensure financial accuracy and accountability. This position requires strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex financial information effectively. Key Responsibilities: Develop and manage the fiscal year operating budgets in collaboration with department leaders. Assist department leaders in understanding and formulating their operating budgets, providing guidance as needed. Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports, ensuring clarity and accuracy, and educate department leaders on key financial metrics. Monitor bi-weekly volume and productivity reports, identifying trends and areas for improvement. Generate ad hoc reports and financial analyses to support decision-making and strategic planning. Assist in explaining budget variances and providing recommendations for corrective actions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize financial performance and resource allocation. Support the finance team with forecasting and financial modeling as required.
Qualifications
Nine (9) years of related experience, education/training, OR an Advanced degree in related area plus five (5) years of related experience/training. Related experience: financial analyst or controller in health care related field; health care insurance, pharmaceutical, health sciences. Experience and advanced knowledge in finance policies, practices, and systems. Ability to identify, collect, and analyze information from multiple sources. Advanced ability to effectively present complex finance related information both verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner. In depth ability to use multiple spreadsheet and database software tools to gather information for specialized, complex financial analysis, fiscal management, and financial reports. Advanced interpersonal skills at all levels within the organization; advanced service orientation and critical thinking skills; and attention to detail. In depth ability to use organizational skills to multi-task in a high volume environment. Ability to adapt to changing priorities. Ability to function as a member of a team. Advanced knowledge and understanding of internal control practices and their impact on protecting University resources. Strong proficiency in Excel and experience with financial reporting, productivity metrics, variance analysis, and data validation.