Decision Support Analyst

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change. The Decision Support Analyst is responsible for maintaining the Syntellis Healthcare HPM Decision Support System (DSS) and the Financial Reporting application and reporting content for each individual hospital in the Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) network. Also provides analytical support for the HMH Care Transformation Services (CTS) teams. Responsibilities: A day in the life of a Decision Support Analyst at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Organize and maintain the Decision Support HPM cost accounting system including but not limited to:
• Completes a full monthly reconciliation from PeopleSoft GL to HPM DSS
• Maintain product standards and reconciliation process for variable direct labor & supply cost for each cost category on a monthly basis.
• Maintain indirect cost allocation methodology (step-down) including departmental statistics and auditing.
• Maintain the coordination of up-dating the charge description (monthly) as it relates to product standards and new products.
• Identifies and maintains schedule of remapped expense and other operating revenue accounts
• Identifies and maintains schedule of ‘dead end’ expense accounts
• Maintains, audits and uploads daily EPIC feeds.
• Develops and maintains with guidance from the Director standardized reporting formats.
• Update the Decision Support HPM structure with any changes in the general ledger (PeopleSoft) including:
• Reconciliation of Decision Support HPM to General Ledger Source System (PeopleSoft)
• Reconciliation of Decision Support HPM to Financial Statements.
• Reconciliation of Decision Support HPM to Departments.
• Maintain Chart of Accounts that include adding direct/indirect cost centers, inactivating cost centers and adding accounts.
• Produces a quarterly reconciliation of HPM DSS reporting content to DSS financial information resident in the network Business Intelligence [BI] reporting platform.
• Assist Director DSS in developing analytical templates for financial modeling and productivity reporting.
• Provide analytical support for Care Transformation Service Teams (CTS) initiatives as directed by the Director DSS.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH’s Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Math or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Healthcare Finance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Google platform applications and other similar programs.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in hybrid/work from home environment.
• Detail oriented and able to multi-task as needed.
• Occasional evening or weekend work as required.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Master’s degree in finance, math or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Healthcare with specialization in financial/operations analysis, financial systems, financial systems and related functions.

Starting Minimum Rate: Starting at $95,555.20 Annually Job Posting Disclosure: HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives - and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.