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: This hybrid position is generally expected to be onsite a minimum of two days per week to ensure effective support of and partnership with the Chief Operating Officer, Chief Medical Officer, and their teams, with flexibility to adjust based on organizational needs.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.RESPONSIBILITIESProvide 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 areasFacilitate financial planning activities for responsible areas including budgets, forecasting, long-range planning, financial modeling, capital planning, and performance managementDirect financial and operational analysis by evaluating profitability, productivity, return on investment, growth opportunities, service line performance, and strategic initiatives to support organizational objectivesDevelop and enhance financial reporting, analytics, and performance measurement tools that improve transparency, decision-making, operational effectiveness, and financial outcomesIdentify financial risks, trends, and improvement opportunities and partner with operational leaders to implement strategies that improve financial and operational performance across clinical and support servicesLead, develop, and mentor the Financial Planning and Analysis team by fostering accountability, analytical excellence, collaboration, continuous learning, and high performanceEnsure 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 administrationMinimum 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 teamsDemonstrated expertise in healthcare financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and decision support-OR-An approved equivalent combination of education and experiencePreferred 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 fieldThree (3) or more years of director-level or equivalent healthcare finance leadership experienceKnowledge/ 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 practicesAdvanced financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis skills.Strong understanding of profitability analysis, business case development, capital planning, and strategic financial evaluationDemonstrated ability to analyze complex financial and operational data and translate findings into actionable recommendationsStrong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skillsExceptional leadership and people development skills, with the ability to coach, mentor, and hold team members accountableProven ability to build collaborative relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organizationExcellent verbal, written, presentation, and executive communication skillsAbility to translate complex financial concepts into concise, meaningful, and actionable messages for diverse audienceAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPointExperience with ERP, General Ledger, Decision Support, and Business Intelligence systems, healthcare data sources, EMR systems (Epic preferred), Strata jazz, reporting databases, and financial reporting toolsAbility to leverage technology and analytics to improve financial processes and organizational performanceStrategic thinker with strong business acumenHighly organized, self-directed, and results-orientedAdaptable and resilient in a rapidly changing healthcare environmentStrong 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

: Sep-18-2026