• Sr Director Financial Planning and Analysis

    Truman Medical Centers (Kansas City, MO)


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    Sr Director Financial Planning and Analysis

     

    101 Truman Medical Center

     

    Job Location

     

    Truman Support Center

     

    Kansas City, Missouri

     

    Department

     

    Financial Planning and Analysis

    Position Type

    Full time

     

    Work Schedule

    8:00AM - 5:00PM

    Hours Per Week

     

    40

    Job Description

    About the Role

     

    We are seeking a strategic and forward-thinking **Senior Director of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)** to join our leadership team. In this key role, you will partner closely with the CFO to ensure that budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning align with the organization’s strategic goals.

     

    You will serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to decision-makers across the organization—driving financial insight, leading complex analyses, and overseeing the implementation and optimization of our financial planning systems. This role is ideal for a collaborative financial leader with a passion for data integrity, operational excellence, and building strong, high-performing teams.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Partner with the CFO to align financial goals with the organization’s strategic objectives.

    + Lead the **organization-wide annual budget process** , including developing budget instructions, schedules, and timelines.

    + Develop comprehensive financial plans and “what-if” analyses for new and expanded services, joint ventures, and strategic initiatives.

    + Implement and oversee the **Financial Planning and Analysis software** , managing internal teams and third-party vendors to ensure successful execution.

    + Create and roll out a **service line profitability reporting structure** to support data-driven decision-making.

    + Coordinate the preparation of required **annual and quarterly hospital surveys** (COTH, NAPH, NHSC, MHA, etc.).

    + Lead cross-functional teams to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of financial and operational data systems.

    + Support transparent pricing initiatives by managing and sharing charge information for selected procedures.

    + Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of financial databases and reporting tools.

    + Manage and mentor the FP&A team—providing leadership, development, and performance feedback.

    + Build strong relationships with departmental administrators and other leaders to meet their financial analysis needs.

    + Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, internal controls, and corporate compliance standards.

    Qualifications

    Minimum Requirements:

    + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field.

    + 6–10 years of progressive experience in accounting, cost accounting, or financial analysis, with at least **3–5 years in a healthcare environment** .

    + Proven expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to interpret and evaluate complex financial data.

    + Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial database applications.

    + Exceptional communication and leadership skills.

    + Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines independently.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration (MBA or MHA).

    + CPA, CFA, or CHFP certification.

    + Experience leading software implementation or system integration projects.

    Why Join Us

    + Opportunity to make a strategic impact at the organizational level.

    + Collaborative and mission-driven environment.

    + Competitive compensation and benefits package.

    + Professional growth and leadership development opportunities.

     

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