Financial Data Analyst

Marathon Health is a leading provider of advanced primary care in the U.S., serving 2.5 million eligible patients through approximately 630 employer and union-sponsored clients. Our comprehensive services include advanced primary care, mental health, occupational health, musculoskeletal, and pharmacy services, delivered through our 680+ health centers across 41 states. We also offer virtual primary care and mental health services accessible in all 50 states. Transforming healthcare delivery with a patient-first approach, we prioritize convenient access to both in-person and virtual care, resulting in improved health outcomes and significant cost savings. Committed to inclusivity and collaboration, we foster a positive work environment and recruit exceptional talent to ensure expertise and compassion in healthcare delivery. Marathon has been recognized as a five-time Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work in Healthcare winner and a six-time Best in KLAS award winner for employer-sponsored healthcare services.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Financial Data Analyst supports strategic and operational decision‑making by transforming raw data into clear insights that enhance financial performance, operational efficiency, and patient service outcomes. This individual works closely with Finance, Revenue Cycle, Operations, and Clinical leadership to design dashboards, improve data processes, and support critical business initiatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, maintain, and optimize SQL‑based data pipelines, queries, and reports to support financial and operational analytics.
• Prepare and analyze financial, operational, and clinical datasets to support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and strategic planning.
• Build dashboards and data visualizations (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Excel) to help leaders interpret trends and KPIs.
• Partner with Finance to improve data quality, automate reporting processes, and enhance analytical capabilities.
• Perform ad‑hoc analyses to support strategic initiatives, cost optimization efforts, and performance improvement projects.
• Translate complex data findings into clear, actionable recommendations for financial and operational stakeholders.
• Ensure data governance, integrity, and security standards are upheld across reporting processes.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with IT, Revenue Cycle, and Operations teams to align on data definitions and reporting needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Healthcare Management, or a related field and 2–5 years of hands‑on SQL experience, including writing complex queries, joins, CTEs, and stored procedures or equivalent combination of education and experience.

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES.

• Strong experience working with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, Snowflake, Redshift, MySQL).
• Proficiency in data visualization tools (Power BI preferred; Tableau or Qlik acceptable).
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, Power Query, and data modeling.
• Demonstrated experience working with large datasets and building automated reporting workflows.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking abilities.
• Ability to communicate insights effectively to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Experience in healthcare services, managed care, population health, or revenue cycle analytics.
• Familiarity with financial reporting, budgeting, or FP\&A processes.
• Exposure to Python or R for data transformation or statistical analysis.
• Understanding of HIPAA, PHI handling, and healthcare data compliance requirements.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
• Collaborative team player who can also independently manage priorities.
• Curious, proactive, and eager to improve processes and outcomes.

Pay Range: $70,000 - $95,000/yr

The actual offer may vary dependent upon geographic location and the candidate’s years of experience and/or skill level.

We are accepting applications for this position until a candidate has been selected.  To apply to this position and learn more about open jobs at Marathon Health, visit our careers page.