JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Responsible for the financial planning and business operations of the assigned Section, to include budget management and accounting.
• Develops, administers and monitors budgets, accounts, policies and procedures relating to operational activities.
• Responsible for the development and analysis of financial information that is utilized to help establish the Section business objectives and departmental direction.
• Responsible for the annual operating and capital budget processes, management reporting and support of related financial systems, and coordination of financial analysis projects among the staff within the Section.
• Ensures that awarded grants conform to defined budget parameters.
• Projects budget needs to accommodate future grant funding increases, changes and awards.
• Ensures the preparation of operational and statistical reports for management and regulatory agencies.
• Works with section leadership to plan and develop section budget.
• Forecasts future budget requirements and trends.
• Administers and monitors capital equipment, operations, and personnel budgets; reviews prior budget expenses, investigating variances, and takes corrective action as necessary.
• Makes budget recommendations to section leaders.
• Works closely with clinic Finance department.
• Uses organizational financial accounting systems (FAS) and resource documents to balance accounts, to research and analyze causes of account deficits and to resolve problems.
• Prepares journal entries for accruals, prepares fiscal year audit schedules, clears accounts, and depreciates assets to produce financial reports.
• Negotiates new and renewal service contracts; reviews provisions and resolves any questions with the vendors to ensure that service contracts meet the organization's requirements.
• May ensure that awarded grants conform to defined budget parameters and projects budget needs to accommodate future grant funding increases, changes, and awards.
• Responsible for managing, evaluating and improving the financial and operational procedures for assigned clinic section.
• Provides oversight and management for the financial analysis activities of the section and oversees data collection.
• Participates in developing Section goals and objectives.
• Administers policies, procedures, and related forms in accordance with state, federal, and organizational guidelines; reviews, revises, and communicates them to ensure compliance.
• Supervises staff and manages employee performance.
• Provides on-going performance feedback, addresses problems, orients and trains employees, verifies competency and identifies and suggests ways to develop skills.
• Monitors and directs workflow.
• Researches, assists in effectively resolving issues, and provides input into decisions related to employment, employee relations, benefits, and compensation.
• Projects staffing needs, assists in the interviewing and hiring of employees to fill vacant positions; recommends candidates for selected positions.
• May be responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating a variety of activities or special projects that will improve the financial and business operations of the section.
• This could include facility planning, staff reorganizations, and the provision of new services.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development.
• Attends educational in-services as appropriate.
• Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.
• Responsible for the development and analysis of financial information for the clinic section.
• Maintains accurate and up to date accounting and statistical records for financial programs including analysis; submits reports, and advises management.
• Collects, organizes, and analyzes data to generate and provide accurate and complete reports for management and/or regulatory agencies.
• Develops data collection methods and implements improvements to existing data collection activities.
• Provides support for financial systems and utilizes them to provide financial and operational reports.
• Interprets applicable regulations and establishes filing and auditing procedures to ensure records and files are accurate and in compliance.
• Coordinates the preparation and processing of employee information, employment requisitions, and other required paperwork for the department.
• Advises and trains managers, supervisors, and staff in the effective administration of policies and procedures as it pertains to the financial management of the section.
• Conducts training sessions to ensure consistent business operations practices and data collection.
• Understands annual budget process so may act as a resource to section leadership and ensure section requirements are met.
  
  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, healthcare administration or related field required.
• 3-5 years professional business or management experience required, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Minimum requirement of 2 years supervisory/manager experience.
• Master's degree and fellowship can substitute for experience.
  
  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 1-10 lbs 0-33% of the work day (occasionally), negligible 34-66% of the workday (frequently), negligible 67-100% of the workday (constantly). Lifting 10 lbs max, carrying of small articles such as dockets, ledgers, files, small tools, occasional standing & walking, frequent sitting, close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
  
  ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure, Bio-hazardous waste. chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, communicable diseases, electrical shock, floor surfaces, hot/cold temperatures, indoor/outdoor conditions, latex, lighting patient care/handling injuries, radiation, shift work, travel may be required, use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.