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VP Finance - Financial Portfolio Administration

New Orleans, LouisianaFull-time
About the Job
Job: Vice President of Finances - Financial Portfolio Admin
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana | Ochsner Health

The VP works with leadership throughout the organization to review and pressure test key decisions to ensure the financial accountability of major projects, including M&A transactions, joint ventures, capital projects, new programs, program expansions, new ventures, and purchases. Oversees, directs, plans, and coordinates the reassessment, ongoing performance reviews and updating of projections based upon inevitable changes to deal models, reimbursement models, operational plans, timelines, staffing models, and development budgets.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Education:
Required - Bachelor's degree in Healthcare, Business Administration or related field.
Preferred - Master's degree in Healthcare, Business Administration or related field.

Work Experience:
Required - 10 years experience in accounting, finance, or related field.
Preferred - Healthcare experience.

Certifications:
Preferred – Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

VP Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
  • Communication - Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally across all levels within the organization.
  • Interpersonal - Demonstrates Good Judgement and conflict resolution skills.
  • Time Management - Organized.  Excellent time management skills and self directed.  Ability to handle complex situations and multiple responsibilities simultaneously.  Ability to prioritize effectively.
  • Computer & Language skills - Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
  • Financial - Strong analytical skills including the ability to translate data into meaningful insights. Project financing knowledge, with understanding of Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) and valuation analyses.  Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial statement analysis.

VP Finance Job Duties:
  • To review and pressure test various proformas and other information to identify and evaluate key assumptions and risks.  
  •  Oversee, directs, plan, and coordinate the reassessment, ongoing performance reviews and updating of projections based upon inevitable changes to deal models, reimbursement models, operational plans, timelines, staffing models, and development budgets.
  • Disseminates key learnings to integrate into future projects.
  • Collaborates with various leaders throughout the organization to ensure a seamless and effective exchange of information and integrate corporate areas into projects
  • Communicate the relevance and financial viability of the various projects under review.
About Ochsner Health
Ochsner Health is a system that delivers health to the people of Louisiana, Mississippi and the Gulf South with a mission to Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate and Innovate. Ochsner Health is a not-for-profit committed to giving back to the communities it serves through preventative screenings, health and wellness resources and partnerships with innovative organizations that share our vision. Ochsner Health healed more than 876,000 people from across the globe in 2019, providing the latest medical breakthroughs and therapies, including digital medicine for chronic conditions and telehealth specialty services. Ochsner Health is a national leader, named the top hospital in Louisiana and a top children’s hospital by U.S. News & World Report. As Louisiana’s leading healthcare educator, Ochsner Health and its partners educate thousands of healthcare professionals annually. Ochsner Health is innovating healthcare by investing in new technologies and research to make world-class care more accessible, affordable, convenient and effective. Ochsner's team of more than 26,000 employees and 4,500 providers are working to reinvent the future of health and wellness in the region. To learn more about Ochsner Health, please visit www.ochsner.org. To transform your health, please visit www.ochsner.org/healthyyou.