Finance Director (FINANCIAL ANL MGR 2)

The Hospital Operations Finance Director serves as the senior financial leader supporting all Hospital Operations divisions. This role oversees financial planning, operational budgeting, resource optimization, and fiscal governance for a division comprising 6367 budgeted FTE and an operating budget of $2.2B.

This position oversees multiple financial analysts, developing and executing financial strategies, and ensuring adherence to budget protocols and internal controls. The Director determines objectives, directs programs, develops strategies and policies, manages human, financial, and physical resources, and functions with a high degree of autonomy. Proactively assesses risk to establish systems and procedures to protect organizational assets. Determines strategies for a program with organization-wide impact.

The Director serves as a strategic partner to finance and operational leadership, providing high-level consultation, complex financial modeling, forecasting, scenario analysis, and business planning to support organizational goals, service expansion, regulatory compliance, and resource allocation.

Reports directly to the Senior Vice President / Associate Chief Operating Officer with a dotted line to the Vice President of Finance.

Department Overview

Hospital Financial Operations department provides strategic, administrative, and financial direction to support and optimize the overall effectiveness of all Hospital Operations divisions.

Department Specific Job Scope

The scope includes execution of institutional financial policy, ensuring divisional compliance with system wide financial systems and controls, capital and operating financial planning, labor analytics, and business operations support across all Hospital Operations service lines.

Apply By February 9th, 2026, at 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• BA/BS in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related field
• Extensive experience in financial management within a healthcare delivery system, including complex budgeting, labor analytics, forecasting, and cost analysis.
• 5 years or more demonstrated financial operations management experience (variance/costing) in a health care setting.
• Experience working with Financial and Enterprise Resource Planning software
• Several years demonstrated supervisory and managerial experience
• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles and analytical experience skills in business plan development and return on investment analysis.
• Experience in budgets, cost control, labor and expense variances and service line planning.
• Extensive knowledge of complex financial policies, systems, budgeting, fund accounting, and internal controls.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex initiatives.
• Ability to evaluate processes to establish and maintain appropriate accountability structures and strong internal control elements throughout the division.
• Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills with ability to provide executive-level guidance.
• Ability to influence, persuade, and partner with senior operational leaders.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across the organization at all levels; ability to interact with diverse populations.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) is highly desired
• MA/MS/MBA Graduate degree in Finance, Accounting, business management or related field highly desired

Key Responsibilities

• 50% - Division Financial Leadership & Strategic Planning
• 20% - Financial Policy, Controls, and Process Oversight
• 10% - Operational Business Support & Resource Management
• 20% - Personnel Management & Team Leadership

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $122300.00 - $259900.00
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: Grade 27
• UC Job Title: FINANCIAL ANL MGR 2
• UC Job Code: 000213
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Shift (Work Schedule): N/a
• Location: North Addition Office Building (HSP002)
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

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• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

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Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

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