Financial Senior Analyst - Revenue Cycle Operations - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Exempt) (Non-Union)

The Senior Financial Analyst assists in all decision support functions as well as the annual operating and capital budget processes utilizing a high level of problem solving skills and customer service responsiveness. Essentials of the role include maintaining and enhancing functionality of budgeting, cost accounting, and decision support systems, reviewing and analyzing financial information for complex management needs, and exercising independence and judgment in managing time and workload. Responsibilities Assists in development of analyses and reports to support hospital and corporate initiatives, including financial evaluation of strategic initiatives. Produces monthly management reports as assigned. Responsible for loading data extracts into cost accounting, decision support and budget software, including reconciliation to source systems, error correction, and general review of data for accuracy. Assists in development of cost accounting standards; responsible for ongoing analysis and maintenance of standards, as well as educating users regarding cost accounting. Collaborates with department managers and administration in the development of the annual operating budget. Works with numerous financial systems, including but not limited to Kaufman Hall, Lawson, Cerner, Showcase, Kronos, and Enterprise reporting. Understands and explains variances and trends in expected net revenues and costs. Assists in the capital budget approval process (RAC). Obtains maximum functionality from existing budget, cost accounting, and decision support systems, including custom report writing. Displays advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and database query engines as needed. Participates on and provides assistance to various committees of the Medical Center and Finance. Maintains security of information such as patient records, salary, staff, and legal information in a confidential nature. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 2–3 years of accounting, financial analysis, and decision support experience in a hospital or similar environment. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, planning, and evaluation skills. Ability to function independently and as a member of a team. Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong organization/time management skills. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree. Advanced proficiency in SQL database software such as Access. Required Licenses / Certifications Fire Life Safety Training (LA City). If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date (required within LA City only). Salary Annual base salary range: $95,680.00 – $158,230.00. Equal Opportunity USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Southern California