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Job Title: Associate Director of Finance - Pharmacy
Department: James | James Administration
Job Description
The Associate Director of Finance - Pharmacy for the Pharmacy Enterprise Service Line is a leadership position that reports to the Senior Director of Finance for the James Cancer Hospital. The Associate Director is responsible for preparing, implementing, and monitoring the key financial and operational priorities of the Pharmacy Enterprise Service Line.
The Associate Director of Finance - Pharmacy functions as an integral member of the Pharmacy Finance team. The position provides direction and supervision to the department’s financial analyst(s) and provides leadership support to the Pharmacy Operations Team, Health System Financial Services, Strategic Planning, Managed Care/Revenue Cycle team, and other key stakeholders.
The Associate Director of Finance - Pharmacy is committed to developing comprehensive and complex financial analyses and business plans and takes initiative to form and lead multidisciplinary committees as needed throughout the process. The position guides the execution of approved business plans through the budgeting process and ongoing variance reporting. The Associate Director also assists with process improvement activities and collaborates with internal and external groups that impact the mission of the Pharmacy. Additionally, the position directs the forecasting and budget processes for the Pharmacy and supports the preparation and provision of financial reports to department leadership.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and seven years of progressively responsible leadership experience in finance or business operations within a large academic medical center.
Additional Information:
Our Comprehensive Employee Benefits Include:
- An array of retirement plan options, each with a generous employer contribution.
- Affordable health insurance options, including dental, vision and prescription coverage that begin on day one.
- Paid vacation and sick leave, including short and long-term disability and paid parental leave.
- Get the most out of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
- And much more!
Location: James Cancer Hospital (0375)
Position Type: Regular
Scheduled Hours: 40
Shift: First Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
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Ohio State provides access to opportunities and resources for all employees. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.
- WORK-LIFE: Flexible and remote work arrangements where applicable, child care program, and access to educational, athletic and cultural events.
- RETIREMENT: State pension and alternative options with competitive employer contributions, as well as optional supplemental plans.
- HEALTH: Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, life insurance, flexible spending accounts and wellness programming.
- TIME OFF: Paid vacation and sick time, parental and medical leave plus 11 paid holidays. Short and long-term disability options also available.
- FINANCIAL: Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, adoption assistance, and discounts with preferred vendors and university partners.
- WELLNESS: Lifestyle spending account, employee assistance program, health reimbursement account, and employee wellness program.

