Financial Analyst I
AI Summary
The Financial Analyst I performs professional accounting activities, including preparing journal entries and analyzing complex financial and statistical data. They also manage patient billing processes, resolve billing errors, and provide financial reports to support management decision-making.
Candidates must hold a university degree in Business Administration or equivalent and possess two to three years of related accounting experience. Proficiency in accounting software such as SAP, EPIC, and Coral is preferred, along with progress toward a professional accounting designation like a CPA.
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Company Description
UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.
UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.
Job Description
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Site: 67 College Street
Department: JDMI Finance
Reports to: Finance Business Manager
Salary Range: $58,578-$87,876 annually
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Status: Permanent, Full-Time
Closing Date: September 18, 2026
Position Summary
As a key member of the financial services function, the Financial Analyst I, performs a broad scope of professional accounting activities requiring experience, professional knowledge, and application of accounting principles and practices and UHN patient billing policies. The Financial Analyst I, performs, relatively independently, a wide range of detailed and complex accounting and advisory functions requiring professional judgement pertaining to assigned program area, accounts or department and ensures day-to-day operations are carried out in accordance with established accounting principles, policies and objectives.
Duties:
- Preparing monthly/quarterly/yearly journal entries as required
- Performing analysis on a daily, weekly and/or monthly basis for a range of complex functional centre accounts
- Performing complex analysis of financial and/or statistical data and preparing reports and/or commentary for management review and decision making
- Reviews and verifies patient registration and billing information, investigates and resolves billing errors, and resubmits corrected claims for processing as required
- Communicates with internal departments and external stakeholders regarding billing transactions, and ensure timely follow-up on claims and account matters
- Preparing and analyzing monthly, quarterly, year-end financial and/or statistical schedules, statements and/or reports for distribution to internal and/or external client
- Assisting management as required in more complex/specialized assignments
- Performing cross-functional and/or other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested
Qualifications
- University Degree in Business Administration or equivalent
- Two to three years (2-3) related experience in an accounting environment with exposure to a range of accounting principles, practices and procedures
- Experience with SAP, EPIC, and Coral preferred
- Working towards completion of a professional accounting program, preferred – eg. CPA or relevant combination of education and experience
- Ability to analyze and interpret large quantities of financial and statistical data; systems thinker
- Experience working in a healthcare environment, preferred
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated problem solving skills with strong organization and time management skills
- Skill in accurately performing detailed numerical computations in a timely manner using large amounts of financial and/or statistical data
- Sound professional judgment, initiative, and the ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines
- Strong knowledge of computer application accounting systems & software applications, preferably in a Microsoft Office environment (i.e., Excel, SharePoint, Word, Access)
- Adheres to confidentiality policy for sensitive financial & clinical data and information
Additional Information
Why join UHN?
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.
- Competitive offer packages
- Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
- Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
- A flexible work environment
- Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
- Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.
All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.
Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.
UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
About University Health Network
University Health Network is Canada's largest research hospital, renowned for its advanced patient care, education, and groundbreaking research in various medical fields.