Financial Analyst

WHY CHOOSE TO JOIN US?

WE VALUE OUR TEAM!

When you come to work for Cayuga Medical Associates, you join a growing multispecialty physician group practice based in the heart of the Finger Lakes in upstate New York, with more than 22 specialties located in Tompkins, Cortland, and Schuyler Counties. Partnering with Cayuga Medical Center, we strive to provide the best patient care in our region. Our commitment to service excellence sets us apart. Our Cornerstones: Patient-Centered Excellence, Teamwork, Safety, Respect, and Professionalism, guide us as we provide care for our community.

As a part of those Cornerstones, it's very important to us that we create a work environment where people feel welcomed, comfortable, valued for what they bring to the organization, and recognized for their contributions. It goes beyond salary and benefits. We work hard to develop an environment and culture that attracts top-quality talent. That is what sets Cayuga Medical Associates apart.

• We offer a very competitive compensation and benefits package including sign-on bonuses for eligible positions, as well as liberal paid time-off
• Our full-time and our benefited part-time employees receive the same benefits package (paid time-off benefits are prorated for part-timers)
• Health insurance coverage becomes effective within four weeks of your start date.
• PTO is available to use immediately!
• Tuition reimbursement is available for career-related education.

What's the role?

The Financial Analyst is responsible for analytical requirements, building standardized report bundles, fulfilling ad-hoc reporting requests and ensuring that reports are globally consistent. The Financial Analyst is responsible for producing current, forecasted, and historical financial data for specialties, programs, and service lines (recurring and adhoc). Data is expected to be presented in a clear format and used to effectively communicate operational and financial transactions of the organization. This role will require collaboration with other internal departments and management to support timely decision-making and ongoing analysis of the business. The individual will need to be capable of providing recommendations for building and interpreting reports. Proficiency in Excel is required with preferred experience with Power BI.

What you'll do:

• Recurring reporting including, but not limited to, revenue analysis, labor productivity, profitability reports, and third party surveys.
• Collaborates with operational leadership Information Technology to assess systems utilization and make recommendations for improvement and/or following best practices.
• Non-recurring reporting requiring summarization of data, recommendations, and conclusions.
• Works with team members in the Finance department and leadership to identify new profitable services through feasibility analysis.
• Possess an overall understanding of the business' operational and financial processes and goals.
• Produces pro-formas to guide management in decision-making efforts.
• Participates with consultants on organizational initiatives.
• Presents financial information and/or provides financial support during senior leadership presentations.
• Maintain knowledge of the organization's business intelligence systems and work with vendor support to resolve reporting issues and stay educated with system changes and updates.
• Assists with internal and external benchmarking/benchmark analysis.
• Provide coverage to accounting staff on various duties as needed.
• All other assigned duties

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/business-related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of employment experience in an accounting/business environment, preferably healthcare.
• Strong analytical skills, which include knowledge of statistics with the ability to interpret financial data with respect to the interrelatedness of the statistical data.
• Must possess strong communication and presentation skills.
• Must obtain Lean Six Sigma Green Belt within 1 year of hire
• Specific Skills:
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, analytical, excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

Physical Requirements - 90% sitting 10% standing

*Please note, not all of the listed skills are necessary to be qualified or considered for this role.

What does CMA offer?

CMA offers an agile, inclusive, and supportive culture where every employee is respected. CMA is based in beautiful Ithaca, NY where nature abounds and a strong sense of community thrives. Ithaca is home to two esteemed institutes of higher education, Ithaca College and the world-renowned Cornell University. Ithaca offers four dynamic seasons for outdoor enthusiasts, as well as easy access to urban opportunities within a half-day drive (i.e., Rochester, Buffalo, Syracuse, Albany, New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia).  

• Benefits begin within 1 month of hire
• Generous PTO package available
• Competitive salaries
• Professional development stipends and malpractice insurance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Optional life and disability insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Tuition assistance
• Career advancement opportunities
• Cell phone discount
• Major holidays off

Final pay rates are determined by a number of factors including years of experience, licensure, and certification where applicable.