Division

Emory Healthcare Inc.

Campus Location

Atlanta, GA, 30345

Campus Location

US-GA-Atlanta

Department

EHI Marketing

Job Type

Regular Full-Time

Job Number

163892

Job Category

Business Operations

Schedule

8a-5p

Standard Hours

40 Hours

Hourly Minimum

USD $41.28/Hr.

Hourly Midpoint

USD $50.30/Hr.

Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare.

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide:

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1

• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs

• Family-focused benefits

• Wellness incentives

• Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs

• And more

Job Summary:

• We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Budgets & Contracts Analyst to lead financial planning, contract oversight, and vendor management activities across assigned departments.
• This role serves as a strategic partner to business and operational leaders, driving budget development, financial forecasting, contract optimization, and vendor performance management.
• The Senior Analyst operates with a high degree of autonomy, providing actionable insights, identifying financial risks and opportunities, and leading initiatives that enhance financial stewardship and operational efficiency.
• This role is responsible for end-to-end budget and contract lifecycle management and plays a key role in supporting data-driven decision-making at the leadership level.
• Primary Duties and Responsibilities Budget Planning & Financial Strategy Leads end-to-end budget planning, forecasting, and variance analysis for assigned departments or functions.
• Partners with leadership to develop financial plans, evaluate resource allocation, and support strategic decision-making.
• Analyzes budget trends, identifies risks and opportunities, and provides recommendations to optimize financial performance.
• Develops financial models and scenario analyses to support short- and long-term planning.
• Monitors capital and operating budgets to ensure alignment with organizational goals and financial targets.
• Contract & Vendor Management Oversees the full lifecycle of contract management, including intake, execution, compliance monitoring, and renewal planning.
• Serves as a strategic liaison between business leaders, Procurement, Finance, and vendors to ensure alignment of contract terms and financial objectives.
• Leads vendor performance management activities, including tracking service levels, conducting business reviews, and addressing performance gaps.
• Supports contract negotiations and identifies opportunities for cost savings, vendor consolidation, and improved service delivery.
• Ensures contracts and vendor engagements comply with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Financial Operations & Oversight Oversees invoice validation, approval workflows, and expense tracking to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Resolves complex invoicing, billing, and purchasing discrepancies, escalating issues as appropriate.
• Establishes and maintains financial controls and governance processes to support audit readiness and compliance.
• Analytics, Reporting & Insights Develops and delivers executive-level reporting, dashboards, and presentations to communicate financial performance and key insights.
• Translates complex financial and operational data into actionable recommendations for senior stakeholders.
• Performs trend and predictive analysis to proactively identify risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities.
• Establishes and monitors key performance indicators (KPIs) related to financial performance, vendor management, and operational efficiency.
• Process Improvement & Automation Leads cross-functional initiatives to improve financial and operational processes, with a focus on efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Identifies and implements automation opportunities to streamline budgeting, reporting, and contract management workflows.
• Develops and standardizes processes, tools, and documentation to enhance consistency across departments.
• Leadership & Collaboration Serves as a subject matter expert in budgeting, financial analysis, and contract/vendor management practices.
• Provides guidance and mentorship to junior analysts or team members as needed.
• Leads cross-functional projects and workstreams, influencing stakeholders across multiple departments. Builds strong partnerships with Finance, Procurement, Accounts Payable, and operational leadership to drive alignment and results.
• Additional Duties Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Conditions

• Travel: Less than 10%
• Work Type: Hybrid (combination of remote and on-site work)

Minimum Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Experience 5+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis, budgeting, contract management, or vendor management within a large, complex, or matrixed organization.
• Experience owning budget cycles, financial forecasting, and/or vendor strategy initiatives is strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Required)

• Advanced expertise in budgeting, financial analysis, forecasting, and variance management.
• Strong understanding of contract lifecycle management and vendor performance practices.
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently and exercise sound judgment in complex situations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with financial reporting and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights for leadership.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence cross-functional partners.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Preferred)

• Experience supporting contract negotiations and vendor cost optimization strategies.
• Experience working in healthcare or similarly complex, regulated environments.
• Familiarity with enterprise financial systems (e.g., Workday, Oracle, SAP).
• Experience leading process improvement or automation initiatives.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium - Max 25 lbs.) Up to 25 lbs., 0-33% of the workday (occasionally); lifting and carrying objects up to 25 lbs.; occasional standing and walking; occasional sitting; close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing). Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS Environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and project site. Work may involve exposure to construction environments, noise, and active project sites. Travel between facilities may be required. Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required depending on the work location and project conditions.

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