System Business Analyst at Appalachian Regional Healthcare in Lexington, Kentucky, United States

System Business Analyst at Appalachian Regional HealthcareLexington, Kentucky, United States — full-time

Overview

The System Business Analyst supports the Regional Business Directors as the primary finance point of

contact for of an assigned region, associated department(s) and business unit(s), providing direct and

proactive support with budget development, operational performance analyses, strategic financial analyses

and business case/capital proforma development. The System Business Analyst reports to Regional Business

Directors but has accountabilities to the operations leaders within the region and/or assigned entities (inclusive

of, but not limited to regional CMO’s, CEO’s and other operations leadership as well as the ARH executive

team). It is general practice that the System Business Analysts will have assignments that are complex and/or

higher volume, serving regional markets, facilities and departments with finances while being a liaison to other

finance related subject matter experts. The System Business Analyst will support by being consultants,

liaisons and represent finance at meetings or on teams and committees. Individuals in this role must be able to

effectively prioritize and communicate while providing guidance and education to other staff members

regarding complex financial matters.

Position is hybrid.

Ability to conduct and interpret qualitative/quantitative analysis of finance and operational data.

Be able to draw and summarize significant conclusions from the data and provide appropriate level of thoughtful

observation and recommendations via presentation to enterprise leadership

Core understanding of accounting, including the unique accounting practices of health care

Advanced computer skills with strong knowledge of spreadsheet programs; experience with database and

decision support systems is preferred.

Ability to assemble managerial financial reports and proformas from multiple sources consistent with and

reconciled to audited financial statements and officially released documents

Ability to communicate clearly with leadership, internal and external customers to understand incoming requests,

and be able to translate and draw on the appropriate data sources to ultimately provide useful, relevant insights

and conclusions

Basic understanding of patient care operations, including the complexities of various hospital designations,

markets, ambulatory clinics and related entities

Proficiency in analyzing and explaining financial impact, ex