Senior Business Analyst

Company Description
The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.
Job Description
We are currently looking for 2 temporary-full-time, one-year contract Senior Financial Analysts. One role will be located at Toronto General Hospital and one role will be located at Toronto Western Hospital
Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto General Hospital and Toronto Western Hospital
Department: TGH Administration
Reports to: Director of Finance
Work Model: Hybrid
Grade: N0:10
Hours: 37.5
Salary: $84,068-$105,086 annually (To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)
Status: Temporary, Full- Time (one-year contract)
Closing Date: April 22, 2024
Position Summary
As a key member of the financial services function, the Senior Business Analyst performs a broad scope of professional accounting activities requiring experience, professional knowledge, and application of accounting principles and practices. The scope of the role includes effective financial planning, performance measurement, and analysis of activities, revenues, and costs. The role works closely with senior management, unit managers, and directors reviewing, strategizing and making recommendations on Unit/Program financials; preparing and analyzing monthly/quarterly packages to facilitate decision making and financial/activity reporting.
Duties

• Support core financial processes (annual budget, quarterly forecasts, monthly reporting) to build a solid and compelling financial plan that meets the expectations of the clinical program
• Support clinical stakeholders with analyzing and evaluating unit/division level financials on a monthly basis
• Lead month-end process through the preparation of journal entries and reporting of clinical volumes
• Provide support to business manager by regularly meeting with clinical managers to investigate variances while identifying risks and opportunities; coordinating monthly program level financial review presentations and attending monthly business unit meetings to discuss performance
• Modelling and analyzing large volume of clinical data to help drive decision making including case volume and personnel planning
• Providing sound and timely information to the management team to facilitate optimal decision making
• Participate in ad-hoc clinical and financial projects by providing financial/statistical analysis and strategic insights to drive decision making
• Liaising with corporate finance departments for program financial management, activity reporting, case costing, and funding proposals, as well as funding reconciliations and audit requirements
• Performing cross-functional and/or other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested

Qualifications

• Professional accounting designation (CPA) or business degree with relevant experience
• University degree in Business Administration or equivalent program; MBA is an asset
• Three to Five (3-5) years related experience in an accounting environment with exposure to analyze and interpret complex financial/business data
• Experience in a healthcare environment, preferred
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational, time management and interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to take initiative and embrace challenges
• Ability to work accurately under stressful condition and to meet tight deadlines
• Experience in business case analysis, able to translate operation situation into financial forms
• Adheres to confidentiality policy for sensitive financial and clinical data and information
• Working knowledge of Health System Funding Reform is an asset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, extensive knowledge of Access and Excel, experience with SAP an asset

Additional Information
Why Join UHN?
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.
Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.
Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.
All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN's mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.
UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.