Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions. By joining our team, you’ll be part of our life-changing mission and vision. You’ll contribute to an innovative, multifaceted culture that is second to none - one that embraces collaboration, excellence, discovery and compassion. You’ll play a role in something that’s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes - as we Advance Human Ability, together.

Job Description Summary

The Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis leads the development and management of annual budgets, financial models, and management reporting while translating complex financial and operational data into actionable insights. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical and technical capabilities with healthcare industry knowledge, business acumen, and the ability to influence decision-making in a complex, mission-driven environment.

Job Description

Principal Responsibilities

The Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis will:

• Lead the annual operating budget and long-range financial planning processes in collaboration with department leaders and executive management.
• Develop and maintain financial projections and scenario analyses to support strategic and operational decisions.
• Analyze revenue, operating expenses, labor costs, staffing trends, and other key financial drivers.
• Identify financial risks, emerging trends, and opportunities to improve financial performance.
• Oversee monthly financial reporting, variance analysis, and performance reviews against budget, forecast, and prior-year results.
• Develop executive-level presentations and financial dashboards that communicate key findings, risks, and recommendations.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) that connect financial performance with operational outcomes.
• Partner with accounting to ensure financial reporting integrity, consistency, and alignment between actual results and management reporting.
• Provide timely, accurate, and actionable financial insights to support leadership decision-making.
• Maintains financial reporting systems (Workday) and implements new systems as required. Adapts new systems to institution requirements by designing and creating reports and rolling out to managers.
• Establish standardized financial planning, reporting, and analytical processes across departments or business units.
• Manage and develop a small team of financial analysts.
• Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.

Reporting Relationships

• Reports to Executive Director, Corporate Finance.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Knowledge of accounting, financial, statistical, and systems principles.
• Bachelor’s degree required. MBA, MHA, or MS in a relevant area, or CPA is preferred.
• Minimum of 9 years progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, healthcare finance, or a related discipline.
• Full understanding of accounting principles relating to the preparation and analysis of budgets and performance.
• Demonstrated experience leading budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
• Strong financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with financial planning, reporting, or enterprise systems. Experience with Workday and Adaptive Planning preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively across functions.
• Ability to lead and manage the work of others.
• Ability to identify and implement opportunities for continuous quality improvement.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.
• Hybrid work schedule.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Pay and Benefits*:

Pay Range:

Benefits:

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: https://www.sralab.org/benefits

*Benefits and benefits’ eligibility can vary by position. Actual compensation will be determined by equity and qualifications of the role.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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