Sr. Financial Planning Analyst- Charleston ON SITE
The Sr. Financial Planning Analyst for MUSCP is responsible for supporting the budgeting process for ambulatory services within the Charleston division. This role works closely with the Budget Manager and the Director of Strategic Finance and Business Initiatives, assisting in financial analysis, projections, reporting, and new service proposals. The primary focus is on the MUSC Physicians Expense budget, collaborating with internal teams to ensure accuracy and alignment with organizational goals. The role requires the development and preparation of information, as well as the ability to analyze healthcare business intelligence data from conceptualization to presentation. Proficiency in analytical tools, data analysis methodologies, and presentation software is essential, along with strong communication skills and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
Key Responsibilities
Budget Analysis & Reporting (40%)
- Coordinate annual budget planning for MUSCP ambulatory divisions.
- Prepare, analyze, and present financial reports, including variance and trend analyses.
- Translate financial data into operational insights for clinical and administrative leaders.
- Support business cases and new service proposals through financial modeling.
- Oversee the FTE Approval Process that supports and informs the MUSCP Labor Oversight Committee.
Financial Planning & Forecasting (30%)
Lead development of multi-year financial forecasts and scenario models for the MUSCP expense budget with the Budget Manager and Digital Lead Analyst.Partner with the Budget Manager and operations teams to align projections with enterprise goals.Integrate key drivers such as staffing, patient volume, and reimbursement trends into predictive models.Monitor monthly results and provide actionable variance analysis and recommendations.Financial Systems & Automation (20%)
Collaborate with the Digital Lead Analyst to design and implement automation within budgeting and forecasting systems (Axiom, Workday Adaptive Planning, Power BI, or similar).Develop data pipelines, dashboards, and workflow improvements to reduce manual effort.Drive adoption of digital tools to enhance speed, accuracy, and accessibility of financial reporting.Cross-Functional Collaboration (10%)
Serve as a liaison between Strategic Finance, Digital Initiatives, and operational units.Support process improvements and system enhancements in partnership with IT and analytics teams.Provide financial insight and automation support to department leaders.Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's preferred.Minimum 35 years of experience in budgeting, financial planning, or FP&A (healthcare experience preferred).Advanced proficiency in Excel and familiarity with financial planning tools (Axiom, Workday Adaptive, Power BI, Tableau).Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.Experience with process automation tools (Power Automate, Alteryx, or similar) preferred.Reports To
Budget Manager, Strategic Finance & Business InitiativesDotted-line collaboration with Digital Lead Analyst (for automation and forecasting initiatives)Core Competencies
Strategic problem-solving and financial modelingData-driven decision-making and performance insightCollaboration across technical and financial domainsContinuous improvement and innovation mindsetPosition Summary (for Job Posting)
The Senior Financial Planning Analyst / Senior Budget Analyst plays a key role in shaping MUSCP's financial planning and analysis function. This position combines budget expertise with strategic forecasting and automation skills to enhance decision-making and operational performance across the organization.
Education : Bachelors Degree or equivalent Work Experience : 3-5 years