Senior Financial Analyst

Bring your accounting expertise to a role where financial insight, operational partnership, and process improvement directly support the mission of UVA Health. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced financial professional who enjoys investigating complex transactions, strengthening financial processes, and helping leaders make informed decisions. The Senior Financial Analyst provides financial reporting and operational support within the Controller’s Office. Y ou will apply your accounting knowledge, analytical judgment, and systems expertise to resolve financial questions, support accurate reporting, and respond effectively as organizational priorities evolve. The Role As a Senior Financial Analyst, you will serve as a versatile financial resource across accounts payable, fixed assets, and operational activities . You will receive broad project direction, determine the appropriate path forward, investigate inconsistencies, and connect transaction-level details to the larger financial picture. This is a dynamic role within a growing team that supports both essential financial operations and opportunities for meaningful process improvement. Your work will include: Supporting month-end close activities and helping ensure timely , accurate financial reporting. Preparing accounts payable and other balance sheet reconciliations. Preparing and monitoring accounts payable aging schedules. Researching invoices, transactions, fixed assets, and departmental inquiries using PeopleSoft and other financial systems. Identifying discrepancies, determining root causes, and developing practical solutions to complex accounting questions. Partnering with colleagues across the Controller’s Office, Procurement, Budget, and Health System departments. Managing projects or financial processes with a high degree of independence and professional judgment . Contributing ideas that improve reporting, strengthen controls, and enhance existing workflows. Adapting to changing responsibilities as the team responds to evolving operational and organizational needs. An average day may involve completing a reconciliation , researching transactions, preparing journal entries, and supporting close activities . Success requires someone who is comfortable moving between detailed accounting work, systems research, and broader financial analysis. The strongest candidates will bring substantial accounting, finance, or audit experience , including exposure to accounts payable and financial reconciliations. Advanced Excel skills, strong pattern recognition, sound research and problem-solving capabilities, attention to detail , and the ability to work productively from broad direction will be essential. Experience in healthcare or higher education, along with familiarity with PeopleSoft can provide additional value. This position is designed to support a remote work arrangement, with the potential for occasional on-site attendance in Charlottesville based on operational needs. Work arrangements are subject to UVA policies and may evolve over time. Why UVA Health At UVA Health, financial professionals help sustain the infrastructure behind patient care, education, research, and the continued advancement of an academic health system. In this position, your work will help departments understand their financial activity, reinforce the integrity of financial reporting, and ensure resources are managed responsibly. You will join a collaborative Controller’s Office environment where accounting expertise is valued as both an operational necessity and a driver of improvement . The team’s broad scope provides exposure to interconnected areas of healthcare finance and creates opportunities to contribute beyond a narrowly defined process. UVA Health offers: The opportunity to support the financial operations of a leading academic health system. Broad, meaningful work spanning accounting, financial reporting, and process improvement. A growing team environment where experienced professionals can contribute ideas and influence how work is perform ed . Collaboration with financial, operational, procurement, and departmental partners. The ability to connect detailed financial analysis with decisions that support the broader UVA Health mission. A remote-oriented structure that supports flexibility while maintaining strong team and stakeholder connections. Why People Love Living in Charlottesville Charlottesville combines the energy and resources of a university community with convenient access to Virginia’s mountains, trails, parks, vineyards, arts, music, and highly regarded food scene. The region offers a welcoming balance of professional opportunities and everyday livability, with outdoor recreation, cultural experiences, and family-friendly communities close at hand . For professionals who may occasionally work on site or choose to relocate , Charlottesville provides a distinctive setting for building both a rewarding career and a fulfilling life outside of work. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education: Bachelor’s Degree in required. Experience: 5+ years relevant professional experience. Licensure: None, unless otherwise specified in job posting. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs. The pay range for this role is $62,691.00 - $125,382.00 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education. Benefits Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts Certification and education support Generous Paid Time Off UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .