Financial Analyst

Guidelight Health is a cutting-edge behavioral healthcare company dedicated to transforming lives through high-quality PHP (Partial Hospitalization Program) and IOP (Intensive Outpatient Program) services. As a newly launched organization, we are on a mission to redefine the behavioral health industry by delivering exceptional care, utilizing state-of-the-art facilities, and prioritizing the well-being of those we serve. At Guidelight Health, we are building a team of passionate, forward-thinking professionals who are eager to be part of this exciting journey to reshape mental health care. Join us in making a lasting impact!

Description:

Title: Financial Analyst  

Reports to: Senior Vice President, Finance 

Department/Location: Finance & Accounting / Remote

FLSA Status: Exempt  

Role Summary:  

We are seeking a curious, mission-driven Financial Analyst to join our team. This is a unique opportunity for someone with 0-3 years of progressive experience in healthcare finance – ideally within multi-site healthcare- who is passionate about addressing the mental health crisis in America. 

In this high visibility role, you will help build the finance function from the ground up, partnering closely with the SVP of Finance, clinic leadership, operations, and our support services teams to drive data-informed decisions. Your work will primarily support budgeting, forecasting, and analytics, all in service of expanding access to client-centered mental health care. 

Role Responsibilities: 

• Create and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and KPIs, including variance analysis against budget and prior periods.
• Collaborate with clinic and executive leadership to understand business drivers and improve outcomes.
• Support revenue cycle analysis, payer-mix reviews, and reimbursement trend monitoring.
• Support the development of scalable financial processes and systems as the company grows.
• Partner with accounting to ensure accurate financial reporting and alignment of operational metrics.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, curiosity and alignment our mission, vision, and values.
• Conduct ad-hoc analyses for leadership to evaluate opportunities, risks, and cost-saving initiatives. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).
  • 0–3 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or healthcare financial operations, with preference for outpatient or multi-site healthcare organizations.

• Skills & Competencies:
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel, financial modeling, SQL, and data visualization (experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools preferred).
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills to interact effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.