Director, Planning & Analysis / Call 562-809-1419

Director, Planning & Analysis / Call 562-809-1419Description: The Director, Planning & Analysis is responsible for the coordination, management, oversight and preparation of all financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting and analytical activities of the agency. The position will work closely with the Controller and his staff, and the Clinical Services Department. The Director, Planning & Analysis will manage a small staff in accomplishing the work. Involves extensive development of new reports and analyses and extensive participation with clinical and operational functions. To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Strong commitment to the mission, policies, goals and philosophy of Planned Parenthood. The Director of Planning & Analysis must have a strong analytical background with superior Excel modeling skills. Ability to demonstrate mature judgment, initiative and critical thinking. Outstanding leadership and problem-solving skills. Ability to build and motivate an effective, cohesive team determined to improve performance and service to all customers. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to relate to diverse communities. Ability and willingness to travel to visit Centers located throughout Los Angeles County. Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings as required. Requires valid driver's license and a reliable and flexible means of transportation. Requirements: Bachelor's degree required, MBA preferred. A minimum of 7 years of administrative management experience in finance and accounting or financial analysis. Comprehensive knowledge of broad-based financial functions in addition to financial accounting standards. Excellent PC skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint (Visio, MS Project desirable). Project management skills. Extensive experience in financial analysis, financial forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, and cost accounting (preferred). Health care accounting/systems experience preferred with a demonstrated familiarity with the principles of not-for-profit accounting. FoxPro or SQL database experience, Crystal Reports and FRx report writer knowledge a definite plus. Operational perspective, operational analysis and strategic planning experience highly desirable. Demonstrated ability to perform detailed analysis quickly and accurately. Experience working with Accounting, Materials Management and clinical staff. Strong systems background required including but not limited to Great Plains Financial, FRx Analytics, and Clinical Practice Management Systems. Good organizational, communications, interpersonal and supervisory skills are essential.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Oversees the hiring, coaching, management and evaluation of staff in the department. Ensures that financial analysis and reports are completed accurately and in a timely manner. Acts as a resource in providing management through leadership in issues of cost, revenue, productivity, operational efficiency, trends and forecasts. Prepares, Develops, Maintains and Manages the following: Monthly operational and financial analysis and reports and variance analysis. Reports and measures relating to cost (cost accounting), productivity, efficiency and financial and operating performance. Reports and measures that show trends of performance. Metrics of all types.Operating, Financial and Cash Flow Forecasts for the agency. Operational analysis to include Time & Motion Studies, Flow analysis, and Systems Analysis, as required by the Agency. Development and monitoring of operating and capital budgets. Ad hoc analyses of financials, operations and strategy. Promotes identification of needs and problem solving within and between departments, as well as problem solving with other departments within the agency. Advocates and promotes Customer Service excellence throughout the agency.Location: Los Angeles, CA Type: CONTRACT Duration: Temp to Hire Pay Rate: $36.00 - $37.00 Hourly DOE Contact: LA Accounting & FinancingVolt Workforce Solutions17785 Center Court Dr., Ste. 650Cerritos, CA 90703PH: 562/809-1419FX: 562/809-4329  Connecting talented people and respected companies. APPLY NOW Job Information Reference ID: 303847-7563-1-228506 Company: Volt Workforce Solutions Location: Los Angeles, CA 90001 Status: Temporary/Contract/Project Salary: $36.00 - $37.00 Hourly DOE Job Category: Accounting/Finance/Insurance Contact Information Company: Volt Workforce Solutions Address: 17785 Center Court Dr., Ste. 650Cerritos,CA 90703 Email: Apply by Email Phone: 562/809-1419 Fax: 562/809-4329