Business Partner; Analyst Denver

Business Partner (Analyst) job at Lakeshore Talent. Denver, CO.

Business Partner – Finance (Contract to Possible Hire)

Pay Rate: $40–$44 per hour

Employment Type:

Contract with potential for hire

Onsite in Denver, CO

Hours:

8 a.m.

- 5 p.m.

Job Summary

The Business Partner – Finance will perform advanced financial analysis in support of complex programs, operational initiatives, and expansion projects. Working with minimal supervision, this role leverages hospital system data to identify key metrics, ratios, and trends, producing reports and financial projections in accordance with established financial review standards. The position partners closely with department leaders to support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and executive-level financial reporting.

Essential Functions

• Conduct financial analysis for assigned departments, programs, and expansion initiatives, including ROI analysis, income statement proformas, benchmarking, productivity metrics, and summarized results in line with financial standards. Develop charts and visualizations to communicate key metrics, trends, and outcomes. Monitor project performance post-implementation and assist with course corrections as needed. (25%)
• Support department managers in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts by developing assumptions, monitoring expenses, and identifying opportunities for cost containment or reduction. Utilize budgeting software and reporting tools to analyze variances related to staffing, supplies, revenue, and general expenses. Assist with personnel budget impact reporting. (25%)
• Participate in monthly financial close and hospital-wide variance reporting. Prepare and analyze financial statements, research accounting variances, and deliver clear, actionable executive-level variance commentary comparing budget, flex-budget, and trends. Produce timely month-end reports for executive leadership and departmental stakeholders. (25%)

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree required

Experience

• 4–6 years of progressive financial analysis experience, typically in a senior analyst or business partner capacity
• Demonstrated experience analyzing business projects, preparing financial reports, and calculating financial ratios
• Healthcare finance experience preferred
• SQL reporting experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong ability to quickly understand operational workflows and financial drivers
• Advanced financial analysis and modeling skills, including budgeting and forecasting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present financial information to executive audiences
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to partner effectively with department leaders
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and experience working with databases