Financial Analyst Senior
SSM Health
Madison, WI · Posted September 17, 2026
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About the job
It's more than a career, it's a calling. WI-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison
Worker Type: Regular
Job Highlights:
Bring your financial expertise to a collaborative team where your analysis will directly support Wisconsin leaders, strengthen decision-making, and advance meaningful financial and strategic initiatives.
This hybrid role will report into St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin, offering flexibility, professional growth, and broader exposure across financial planning and analysis within a team that values partnership, shared learning, and continuous improvement.
If you are an experienced financial professional who enjoys turning complex information into actionable insights and partnering with leaders to improve outcomes, we invite you to apply!
Job Summary: Performs analysis and reporting regarding financial operations and information.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs complex financial analysis and reporting at a senior level.
Performs statistical, cost and financial analysis of data extracted from various internal sources. Prepares reports based on findings, including health care costs, provider contracts, debt capacity, revenue and profitability.
Assists with budget preparation and financial planning processes. Assists with budget review for compliance and identification of cost-saving opportunities.
Serves as consultant to senior management and executive leadership to provide decision support for initiatives, policies and procedures.
Performs special projects and duties as assigned, including research, forecasting and exploring viable alternatives.
Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of experience and education
EXPERIENCE
Five years of relevant financial analysis experience.
Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills, with strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
Advanced Excel skills and the ability to use data to identify insights, support decisions, and clearly communicate complex financial information to leaders and other stakeholders.
A strong customer service mindset and the ability to build effective business partnerships.
Experience with SAP and business intelligence or data visualization tools is preferred.
Healthcare finance experience is preferred.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
None
Department: 8763080033 FPandA - WI
Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
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