Finance Director - Plan Analysis

Job Description | Beginning of the main content section. Return to the home page Printable Format Job Description - Finance Director - Plan Analysis (261097) Job Description Finance Director - Plan Analysis ( 261097 ) Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County. Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization. JOB DETAILS Department: Finance and Accounting FTE: 1.00 (80 hours per pay period) Workdays: Monday - Friday Shift(s): Days Location: Remote; however, periodic onsite attendance may be required for meetings and/or business needs *Current List of non-MN States where Hennepin Healthcare is an Eligible Employer: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, New Mexico, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Wisconsin. Purpose of this position: The Director of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) serves as a key financial leader and strategic business partner for the organization. This role provides leadership, financial guidance, and decision support to executive leadership, physicians, and operational leaders to ensure responsible stewardship of organizational resources and long-term financial sustainability. Through the effective use of financial and operational data, this role drives insight, accountability, efficiency, and collaboration while supporting the organization's mission and strategic objectives. RESPONSIBILITIES Provide strategic financial leadership and business partnership to executive, physician, and operational leaders by delivering actionable financial insights, performance analysis, and decision support, with a focus on physician, ambulatory and ancillary areas Facilitate financial planning activities for responsible areas including budgets, forecasting, long-range planning, financial modeling, capital planning, and performance management Direct financial and operational analysis by evaluating profitability, productivity, return on investment, growth opportunities, service line performance, and strategic initiatives to support organizational objectives Develop and enhance financial reporting, analytics, and performance measurement tools that improve transparency, decision-making, operational effectiveness, and financial outcomes Identify financial risks, trends, and improvement opportunities and partner with operational leaders to implement strategies that improve financial and operational performance across clinical and support services Lead, develop, and mentor the Financial Planning and Analysis team by fostering accountability, analytical excellence, collaboration, continuous learning, and high performance Ensure effective financial governance, controls, and process improvement through the standardization, automation, and optimization of financial planning, reporting, and decision-support processes QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or business administration Minimum of five (5) years of health care financial experience, including a minimum of three (3) years of leadership experience managing financial analysts, finance professionals, or FP&A teams Demonstrated expertise in healthcare financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and decision support -OR- An approved equivalent combination of education and experience Preferred Qualifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), or similar professional certification. Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Healthcare Administration (MHA), Finance, or related field Three (3) or more years of director-level or equivalent healthcare finance leadership experience Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities: Strong knowledge of healthcare finance, including Physician practice operations, provider compensation models, ambulatory and multi-specialty services, ancillary services, professional and hospital reimbursement, healthcare industry benchmarks and best practices Advanced financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis skills. Strong understanding of profitability analysis, business case development, capital planning, and strategic financial evaluation Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial and operational data and translate findings into actionable recommendations Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills Exceptional leadership and people development skills, with the ability to coach, mentor, and hold team members accountable Proven ability to build collaborative relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and executive communication skills Ability to translate complex financial concepts into concise, meaningful, and actionable messages for diverse audience Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint Experience with ERP, General Ledger, Decision Support, and Business Intelligence systems, healthcare data sources, EMR systems (Epic preferred), Strata jazz, reporting databases, and financial reporting tools Ability to leverage technology and analytics to improve financial processes and organizational performance Strategic thinker with strong business acumen Highly organized, self-directed, and results-oriented Adaptable and resilient in a rapidly changing healthcare environment Strong attention to detail while maintaining a focus on broader organizational objectives You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer. Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements. Total Rewards Package: We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity. We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; and Tuition reimbursement. For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us. Department : Finance and Accounting Primary Location : MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus Standard Hours/FTE Status : FTE = 1.00 (80 hours per pay period) Shift Detail : Day Job Level : Director Employee Status : Regular Eligible for Benefits : Yes Union/Non Union : Non-Union Min : $69.25 Max : $103.88 Job Posting : Jul-17-2026 Search Input search string and hit enter