System Director, Strategic Finance - Decision Support - FT- Days (Hybrid)
UC Irvine (incl. UCI Health)
Irvine, CA · Posted May 7, 2026
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Who We Are UCI Health is one of California’s largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown into a 1,461-bed health system that includes UCI Health — Orange, UCI Health — Irvine, four Community Network hospitals and a growing network of ambulatory care centers across Orange and Los Angeles counties. As Orange County’s only academic health systems, UCI Health is home to the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center based in the county, the region’s only American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, American College of Emergency Physicians Gold Level 1 Geriatric Emergency Department and a nationally recognized regional burn center verified by the American Burn Association. Powered by UC Irvine, UCI Health serves 5.6 million people across Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County through excellence in patient care, research and medical education. Your Role on the Team Position Summary: The incumbent will play a large part in the successful enablement of UCI Health's 10-year Integrated Strategic and Financial Plan (ISFP) which includes the key organizational clinical, financial and operational strategic initiatives. Reporting to the VP, Financial Planning and Analysis, this position drives financial stewardship and value creation by partnering with Strategy on high visibility, strategic programs across the enterprise and health system. We are seeking a highly experienced strategic finance and analytical executive to drive the financial analysis and performance or our strategic transformation and growth priorities for UCI HEALTH. The incumbent will lead the development financial forecasting and planning processes across the UCI Health systemin support of the Integrated Strategic and Financial Plan (ISFP), which represents our 10-year strategic plan, objectives and financial investment priorities through engagement with the CEO-Cabinet and key senior executives across the organization. What It Takes to be Successful Required Qualifications: Advanced knowledge of healthcare decision support systems and best practices, as well as clinical finance and cost accounting principles. Advanced skills in developing and implementing strategic plans, evaluating and developing staff competencies, organizing department operations, and leading fiscal management. Advanced leadership skills, with the ability to foster teamwork and collaboration across departments for effective problem solving, conflict resolution, and consistent achievement of objectives. Advanced critical-thinking with ability to develop and apply creative solutions. Advanced ability to collaborate with executives to develop and implement long-term objectives and strategic plans. Advanced interpersonal and communications skills to motivate, influence, and persuade. Advanced knowledge of clinical, financial, and business information technology software, hardware, tools, techniques, and systems. Demonstrated experience influencing and partnering with the c-suite and executive-level, leveraging excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create and deliver regular presentations to executive leadership Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance or related field 10 years or more of management experience in a healthcare setting Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an executive leadership role (Director or higher) in a related setting Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree in a related field Knowledge of healthcare market, government rules and regulations Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms Total Rewards We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits. Conditions of Employment: The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment: Background Check and Live Scan Employment Misconduct* Legal Right to Work in the United States Vaccination Policies Smoking and Tobacco Policy Drug Free Environment *Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements. California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act E-Verify Pre-Placement Health Evaluation Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php Closing Statement: The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship Must be able to provide proof of work authorization
Position Summary: The incumbent will play a large part in the successful enablement of UCI Health's 10-year Integrated Strategic and Financial Plan (ISFP) which includes the key organizational clinical, financial and operational strategic initiatives. Reporting to the VP, Financial Planning and Analysis, this position drives financial stewardship and value creation by partnering with Strategy on high visibility, strategic programs across the enterprise and health system. We are seeking a highly experienced strategic finance and analytical executive to drive the financial analysis and performance or our strategic transformation and growth priorities for UCI HEALTH. The incumbent will lead the development financial forecasting and planning processes across the UCI Health systemin support of the Integrated Strategic and Financial Plan (ISFP), which represents our 10-year strategic plan, objectives and financial investment priorities through engagement with the CEO-Cabinet and key senior executives across the organization.
Required Qualifications: Advanced knowledge of healthcare decision support systems and best practices, as well as clinical finance and cost accounting principles. Advanced skills in developing and implementing strategic plans, evaluating and developing staff competencies, organizing department operations, and leading fiscal management. Advanced leadership skills, with the ability to foster teamwork and collaboration across departments for effective problem solving, conflict resolution, and consistent achievement of objectives. Advanced critical-thinking with ability to develop and apply creative solutions. Advanced ability to collaborate with executives to develop and implement long-term objectives and strategic plans. Advanced interpersonal and communications skills to motivate, influence, and persuade. Advanced knowledge of clinical, financial, and business information technology software, hardware, tools, techniques, and systems. Demonstrated experience influencing and partnering with the c-suite and executive-level, leveraging excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create and deliver regular presentations to executive leadership Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance or related field 10 years or more of management experience in a healthcare setting Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an executive leadership role (Director or higher) in a related setting Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree in a related field Knowledge of healthcare market, government rules and regulations Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms Total Rewards We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits. Conditions of Employment: The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment: Background Check and Live Scan Employment Misconduct* Legal Right to Work in the United States Vaccination Policies Smoking and Tobacco Policy Drug Free Environment *Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements. California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act E-Verify Pre-Placement Health Evaluation Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php Closing Statement: The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.