Junior Financial Operations Analyst Jobs in Springfield, IL

About the role

Mater Hospital Springfield is seeking an experienced Finance and Operations Manager to join the team in this permanent, full-time opportunity.

As the Finance and Operations Manager, you will play a crucial role in planning, reporting, and analysing the use of financial resources, monitoring the Hospital budget, and key performance indicators. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will have a significant impact on the strategic and operational planning of the public and private arms of the Hospital and Mater organisation.

Collaborating with various stakeholders, you will drive financial performance, operational efficiency, and quality improvement initiatives. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for healthcare and a track record in financial management, this is the perfect opportunity to make a difference in Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare service. 

Salary: Commensurate with experience plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900+access to many staff benefits! 

What you'll be doing

As the Finance and Operations Manager, you will be responsible for a wide range of key activities, including:

• Planning, reporting, and analysing the use of financial resources
• Monitoring the Hospital budget and key performance indicators
• Providing performance and management reporting to Mater Health Executive
• Managing non-clinical operational functions including patient administration, hotel services & other support services
• Supporting Mater Health and Corporate functions and strategies
• Collaborating with the General Manager on operational and strategic planning
• Contributing to and supporting the delivery of the public health contract 
• Supporting the attraction and recruitment of Visiting Medical Officers and Senior Medical Officers to ensure growth and expansion of the Hospital's private clinical services and delivery of the Hospital's public services
• Strengthening Mater as a whole by working with other Mater ministries
• Providing strategic, operational support, and advice to health service delivery leaders
• Driving a culture of continuous learning and improvement
• Ensuring adherence to Mater's Mission, Vision, and Values in all operational practices

About you

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced individual who possesses the following skills, experience, and qualifications:

• Tertiary qualifications in business, accounting, economics, commerce, or finance
• Professional accreditation such as CPA or CA qualification (or currently working toward)
• MBA or relevant post-graduate qualifications (desirable)
• Previous management experience in a private hospital setting
• Knowledge of healthcare funding models for private and public hospitals
• Strategic outlook and ability to engage with operational staff
• Strong communication skills
• Deep understanding of financial management and budgeting
• Creativity, innovation, and adaptability
• Knowledge of healthcare operations and service delivery
• Experience in leadership and management of operational service managers
• Track record in quality improvement and meeting national standards

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We're leaders in healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research - and it's our people who make the difference.

We're looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you'll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafes and coffee spots
• Join Queensland's Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER

Applications close (two weeks after advertising date) -please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW. Direct applications only - we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete preemployment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).

Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage. 

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