Financial Analyst I - Lancaster, United States - Antelope Valley Medical Center

Antelope Valley Medical Center
Antelope Valley Medical Center
Verified Company
Lancaster, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Full time
Description

Job Objective:


Under the direction of the Controller and/or designee, this position assists in preparation of the annual budgets; analyzes budget variances in productivity and non-labor expenses; assist with costing data; and assist with determining contractual adjustments.


Duties and Responsibilities:


Budgeting

  • Assists Controller in the preparation of the annual capital and operating budgets
  • Analyzes labor productivity budget variances from actual operating results; and investigates reasons for such variances
  • Procures and maintains statistical data with respect to units of volume (e.g., patient days, patient discharges, ER visits, procedures performed, etc.)
  • Assist with graphical charts displaying statistical and productivity data
  • Analyzes expense budget variances from actual operating results; and investigates reasons for such variances
  • Assist in the preparation of quarterly and annual OSHPD reports.

Costing

  • Provides analytical support for feasibility studies and financial projections
  • Assist with cost profiles for hospital procedures performed and maintained on the hospital chargemaster file
  • Helps to operate and maintain cost accounting system.

Revenue and Reimbursement

  • Assist with determining the amount of contractual adjustments by insurer or payer group on a monthly basis
  • Assist with determining payer collection rates
  • Assists in the maintenance of the hospital chargemaster file
  • Analyzes revenue budget variances from actual operating results; and investigates reasons for such variances
  • Assists consultants in the preparation and filing of the annual cost report and controller's report

Non-Essential Duties:


  • May review Accounts Payable check disbursements for correct vendor information, coding errors, discounts taken and sales tax.
  • Assists Accounting department staff with duties as

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:


Knowledge

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and QuickBooks
  • Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
  • Knowledge in the reconciliation of complex bank accounts and balance sheet accounts

Skills

  • Skillful in time management
  • Good oral and written communication skills

Abilities

  • Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including Computer and multifunction copier/facsimile/scanner
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instruction
  • Ability to process large quantities of documents and to work effectively within deadlines in a fastpaced environment

Education and Experience:


Education

  • Bachelor Degree in Accounting and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

  • Minimum 3 years Accounting and/or Financial Planning & Analysis experience preferred.

Required Licensure and/or Certifications:


  • None

AVMC Values:
All AVMC employees will effectively demonstrate these values:

  • Patients Come First
  • We listen actively and communicate with our patients and families, placing safety as a top priority.


  • Accountability & Ownership

  • We fully complete tasks, are transparent, effectively communicate, and recognize that what we do reflects on us.


  • Teamwork

  • We build trusting relationships, promote a sense of community, and are respectful of everyone. Success is about the whole team.


  • Integrity & Honesty

  • We tell the truth at all times, speak up when something is wrong, and do the right thing when no one is looking.


  • Excellence

  • We take pride in our work, are goaloriented, and on a neverending quest for top tier quality.


  • Initiative & Innovation

  • Our cando attitudes, creativity, and resourcefulness empower us to improve the patient's experience, solve our own problems, make timely decisions, and look for opportunities to add value.


  • Tenderness & Compassion

  • We have genuine empathy, show kindness, and encourage and advocate for each other.

AVMC Conduct/Compliance Expectations:


  • Ability to adhere with AVMC Attendance and Punctuality Policy
  • Ability to adhere with AVMC Leaves of Absence Policy
  • Ability to adhere with AVMC Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy
  • Ability to adhere to the department dress code
  • Ability to organize work and establish priorities
  • Ability to expand on own initiative in performance of duties
  • Skill and ability to follow the telephone etiquette/standards
  • Ability to function effectively under pressure and meet time parameters
  • Ability to communicate effectively while maintaining good working relationships with coworkers, managers and other hospital staff
  • Ability to adhere to the normal standards of courtesy and conduct as defined under the rules of hospitality at AVMC
  • Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patient, hospital and department information
  • Ability to adhere to safety rules and regulations
  • Safely and effectively uses all equipment necessary to carry out duties
  • Ability to interpret and function under hospital and department policies and procedures
  • Conforms with required and app
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