Director, Financial Performance Analytics
WFA Digital Insight
As the demand for data-driven decision-making in healthcare continues to grow, professionals with expertise in financial performance analytics are in high demand. With a 25% increase in remote job postings for analytics roles in the past year, candidates with advanced technical skills and experience in Agile environments are well-positioned for success. Inova Health's commitment to innovation and excellence makes this a compelling opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact. Before applying, candidates should be prepared to showcase their expertise in financial analytics, leadership, and collaboration.
Job Description
About the Role
The Director of Financial Performance Analytics plays a critical role in driving business outcomes at Inova Health. As a key member of the leadership team, this individual will oversee a specialized team of financial analysts and provide strategic guidance on financial performance optimization. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of financial analytics, data modeling, and decision support, as well as experience leading high-performing teams.The Financial Performance Analytics team is responsible for providing actionable insights and recommendations to internal stakeholders and decision-makers. The team's work has a direct impact on the organization's financial performance, and the Director will be expected to drive innovation and excellence in all aspects of the team's work.
Inova Health is a dynamic and innovative organization that values collaboration, creativity, and excellence. The Director of Financial Performance Analytics will be expected to embody these values and foster a culture of continuous improvement and learning within the team.
What You Will Do
- Lead and direct a team of financial analysts, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance management support
- Set clear objectives, prioritize projects, and ensure the team's efforts align with organizational goals
- Establish trusted financial data that is recognized as one source of truth to minimize confusion and allow for more timely information and advanced analytics
- Oversee the development and maintenance of analytical models for various aspects of the health system's operations
- Conduct scenario analysis and sensitivity testing to provide data-driven insights and actionable recommendations
- Analyze large volumes of financial data, costs, revenue trends, and performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement and efficiency
- Develop and manage reporting systems, including interactive dashboards for monitoring key financial metrics
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive data-informed operational and financial outcomes
- Work with the Data Management & Business Intelligence team to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to internal stakeholders and external partners
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies, applying this knowledge to drive innovation and excellence in financial analytics
What We Are Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in a related field (or relevant experience in lieu of degree equivalent to 4 years)
- 8 years of experience in finance, analytics, or operations
- 4 years of management experience overseeing people or projects
- Advanced technical proficiency in financial analytics tools and technologies
- Experience with data modeling, decision support, and financial reporting
- Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a matrixed environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex financial data and insights to non-technical stakeholders
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to drive business outcomes through data-driven decision-making
Nice to Have
- Demonstrated expertise in StrataJazz cost accounting, with direct experience leveraging the platform to support financial performance analysis, reporting, and decision-making
- Prior experience in Financial Analytics within a healthcare setting, including working in an Agile environment and collaborating cross-functionally to drive data-informed operational and financial outcomes
- Advanced technical proficiency in Power BI, Epic, and SQL, with demonstrated experience extracting, transforming, and analyzing large-scale clinical and financial datasets to support enterprise-level financial performance analytics and decision-making
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative organization that values collaboration, creativity, and excellence
- Flexible work arrangement, with the option to work remotely from a variety of locations
- Professional development and growth opportunities, with access to training and education resources
- Recognition and reward for outstanding performance and contributions to the organization
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous paid time off and holiday schedule, with the opportunity to recharge and relax
- Access to cutting-edge technology and tools, with the opportunity to stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies
How to Stand Out
- Develop a strong understanding of financial analytics tools and technologies, including data modeling, decision support, and financial reporting.
- Build a portfolio of examples that demonstrate your expertise in financial analytics, including case studies and project summaries.
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with data-driven decision-making and how you have applied financial analytics to drive business outcomes.
- Research the company and the role, and be prepared to discuss how your skills and experience align with the organization's goals and objectives.
- Practice your communication and presentation skills, and be prepared to present complex financial data and insights to non-technical stakeholders.
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with Agile environments and cross-functional collaboration, and how you have applied these skills to drive data-informed operational and financial outcomes.
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