Description

UC Davis Medical Center

Sacramento, CA

Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis

Full Salary Grade Range: $240,500 - $507,500 Annually

This position serves as a key financial leader for UC Davis Health (UCDH) which is comprised of the Medical Center hospital and clinics, Community Physician Group, UCDMC Medical Group, School of Medicine and Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing. The Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis serves as an advisor to the UCDH Chief Financial Officer and has direct management responsibility for the following departments: Decision Support Services, Budget Planning and Analysis, and Strategic Planning and Capital Finance.

Apply By Date

Sunday, July 5, 2026 at 11:59pm PDT; screening and selection can begin any time

Minimum Qualifications 

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Health Administration, or another related field is required.
• Fifteen or more years of progressive financial experience in an organization comparable to UCDH in terms of budget, size, complexity, and scope of operation is required, preferably in higher education or academic health.
• Seven or more years of managerial experience.
• Experience gaining credibility and partnering effectively with medical staff to achieve desired facility-specific and organizational outcomes.
• Proven experience and track record of success in leading profitable financial operations for a large, complex enterprise.
• Leadership skills to actively participate in building the vision, mission and goals of the organization.
• Ability to develop a team of analysts to perform advanced analysis using a variety of computer applications.
• Builds strong, trusting relationships at all levels within the organization and across the system.
• Proven track record of constructing new and innovative solutions to meet changing organizational strategies and goals.
• Proven track record of developing and motivating managers and staff to achieve strategic objectives and maintain accountability.
• Proven track record of achieving cost savings in a decisive, yet collaborative and professional manner.
• Skilled in strategically and proactively creating and managing financial solutions resulting in organizational growth and success.
• Skilled in coaching and developing direct reports that results in enhanced performance outcomes.
• Able to quickly assess and assimilate organizational and industry financial dynamics and make appropriate decisions related to new initiatives.
• Proven track record of constructing new and innovative solutions to meet changing organizational strategies and goals
• Advanced knowledge of GAAP and all applicable statements of Governmental Accounting Standards (GASB).
• Advanced knowledge of hospital finance and reimbursement principles.
• Management skills to hire, train, motivate, coach, develop, evaluate, recognize, reward, and discipline all levels of staff.
• Analytical skills to gather and evaluate data from a variety of sources, draw conclusions, and make recommendations.
• Communication skills, both oral and written, to convey information, analyses, conclusions and recommendations in a clear and concise manner that is appropriate for the intended audience.

Preferred Qualifications

• HFMA Certification at CHFP level and/or licensed CPA is preferred 

Key Responsibilities

• Budgets
• Decision Support
• Financial Planning
• Capital/Investment Plan and Cash Flow Forecast
• UCDH Financial Leadership
• Consulting Services
• Leadership

Department Overview

Department is responsible for the overall financial operations of UC Davis Health, which includes the School of Medicine, Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing, Medical Center, and the Medical Group. 

Department Specific Job Scope

Involves the provision of patient-level financial and clinical data and analysis to inform the medical center or health system's operational, financial and strategic decision making. Includes the development of a case-based operating budget for patient volume, detailed utilization projections and gross revenue. Oversees the service line profitability reporting, the cost accounting system, and the decision support system integration of clinical and financial data in a patient-centric repository. Executive oversight of capital finance including capital budgeting, management of capital purchasing, capitalization and capital accounting. Provides for the measurement and benchmarking of business operations in relation to best business practices for the healthcare industry and internal business objectives.

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.

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. 

To view full job description and submit an on-line application visit UC Davis Career Opportunities at:

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Job ID #86606