University of Kentucky

Finance Senior Specialist/UKHC

University of Kentucky • $81K — $156K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or related field required
  • 5 years of relevant experience required
  • MBA in Accounting, Finance, or Economics preferred
  • Membership in HFMA, ACHE, or CPME preferred
  • Proficiency in Access, Tableau, BI, Excel, and SAP is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and manage financial planning tools and systems
  • Optimize financial processes for efficiency and accuracy
  • Assess external factors impacting financial performance
  • Build predictive models to support strategic decision-making
  • Perform activity-based financial analyses for operational insights
  • Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
  • Prepare executive-level presentations and analyses

Benefits

  • Full-time position with a standard Monday to Friday schedule
  • Opportunity to work in a leadership-driven financial setting
  • Engagement in strategic financial initiatives for healthcare
  • Potential for professional development and advancement
  • Access to the University of Kentucky's extensive resources and networks.
Full Job Description
Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title
Finance Senior Specialist/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE55944

Working Title
Finance Senior Specialist/UKHC

Department Name
H3998:EVPHA Finance

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
14

Salary Range
$81,328-156,062/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

BA

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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

5 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

This position requires standing, walking, and sitting for long periods of time. Must be able to push, pull, and lift objects up to 50 lbs. Occasional (
Shift

Monday - Friday; 8am - 5pm.

Job Summary

UK Healthcare is seeking a Financial Senior Specialist to partner with Finance leadership in advancing enterprise financial strategy. This role supports executive decision-making by delivering clear financial insights, aligning strategic priorities, and driving data-informed outcomes. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, a forward-looking approach to planning, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities include:

  • Coordinate and manage financial planning tools, calendars, and systems
  • Optimize financial processes and procedures for efficiency and accuracy
  • Assess economic, social, clinical, and regulatory factors affecting financial performance
  • Build and apply predictive models to support strategic decisions
  • Perform activity-based financial analyses to inform operations and performance
  • Translate complex clinical and financial data into clear insights
  • Prepare concise, executive-level presentations and analyses
  • Partner with leadership to deliver actionable, data-driven recommendations


Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

BS in accounting, finance, economics, or other business-related degree required. MBA in Accounting, Finance, or Economics preferred.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

CPA or MBA in Finance or Health Administration preferred. Membership in and designation from a professional society such as HFMA, ACHE and/or CPME is also preferred. Access, Tableau, BI, Excel & SAP knowledge highly preferred.

Deadline to Apply
10/11/2026

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