OPT Healthcare Financial Analyst Jobs
Healthcare Financial Analyst jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in finance, accounting, health administration, or a related field. Most roles qualify for the full 12-month OPT period, and STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on your degree classification. Hospitals, health systems, and insurance companies are active sponsors.
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The Healthcare Financial Analyst is responsible for collecting, processing, analyzing, and reporting financial data related to healthcare operations and the revenue cycle. The Healthcare Financial Analyst partners closely with the Healthcare Accounting Manager to complete monthly, quarterly, and annual deliverables. The candidate should have the following skills: strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Familiarity with healthcare analytics, benchmarking, and industry metrics, plus accounting and financial reporting systems. Experience with healthcare applications is also very helpful.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Participate in monthly accounting closes relating to MWU Clinics operations
- Analyze financial data including revenue, expenses and AR aging to support deliverable completion
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), including clinician financial results, visit reporting, insurance payer mix, and clinician breakeven analysis
- Provide monthly and quarterly financial reports and variance analysis against budget and prior periods
- Partner with clinical, operational, and revenue cycle teams
- Support budgeting processes, including gathering data, validating assumptions, and identifying risks or opportunities
- Assist with regulatory reporting and compliance with internal controls
- Use tools like Excel, Power BI, and EHR/ERP systems (e.g. Epic, Oracle/Workday) for reporting and analysis
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This individual must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner with regular, predictable, in-person attendance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in accounting or finance related field.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in financial analysis and general accounting, including monthly close processes, preferably in a healthcare setting.
- Experience with healthcare revenue cycle accounting, and bank and account reconciliations
- Excel skills with pivot tables, V-Lookup and X-Lookup experience; Epic Systems and Oracle/Workday experience a plus.
Computer Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access) required.
Language Skills
Intermediate skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Reasoning Ability
Intermediate skills: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to lift and or move up to 10 pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses, one in Downers Grove, Illinois and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia, cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology, speech language pathology, biomedical sciences and veterinary medicine. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of the health care team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long term disability and pet insurance. We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account. We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holiday’s, sick/flex days, personal days and vacation days. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection and an employee assistance program. Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility.
Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws and regulations. Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/). Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.
Summary
The Healthcare Financial Analyst is responsible for collecting, processing, analyzing, and reporting financial data related to healthcare operations and the revenue cycle. The Healthcare Financial Analyst partners closely with the Healthcare Accounting Manager to complete monthly, quarterly, and annual deliverables. The candidate should have the following skills: strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Familiarity with healthcare analytics, benchmarking, and industry metrics, plus accounting and financial reporting systems. Experience with healthcare applications is also very helpful.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Participate in monthly accounting closes relating to MWU Clinics operations
- Analyze financial data including revenue, expenses and AR aging to support deliverable completion
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), including clinician financial results, visit reporting, insurance payer mix, and clinician breakeven analysis
- Provide monthly and quarterly financial reports and variance analysis against budget and prior periods
- Partner with clinical, operational, and revenue cycle teams
- Support budgeting processes, including gathering data, validating assumptions, and identifying risks or opportunities
- Assist with regulatory reporting and compliance with internal controls
- Use tools like Excel, Power BI, and EHR/ERP systems (e.g. Epic, Oracle/Workday) for reporting and analysis
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This individual must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner with regular, predictable, in-person attendance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in accounting or finance related field.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in financial analysis and general accounting, including monthly close processes, preferably in a healthcare setting.
- Experience with healthcare revenue cycle accounting, and bank and account reconciliations
- Excel skills with pivot tables, V-Lookup and X-Lookup experience; Epic Systems and Oracle/Workday experience a plus.
Computer Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access) required.
Language Skills
Intermediate skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Reasoning Ability
Intermediate skills: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to lift and or move up to 10 pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses, one in Downers Grove, Illinois and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia, cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology, speech language pathology, biomedical sciences and veterinary medicine. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of the health care team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long term disability and pet insurance. We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account. We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holiday’s, sick/flex days, personal days and vacation days. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection and an employee assistance program. Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility.
Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws and regulations. Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/). Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Healthcare Financial Analyst
Target health systems and hospital networks
Large health systems like academic medical centers and regional hospital networks have established HR processes for sponsoring analysts. They hire in volume and are more likely to have experience navigating OPT and H-1B visa paperwork than smaller practices.
Clarify your STEM OPT eligibility upfront
If your degree is in a STEM-classified field like management information systems or applied mathematics, you may qualify for a 24-month extension. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before interviews so you can answer sponsorship questions with confidence.
Lead with your healthcare domain knowledge
Employers hesitate when they perceive sponsorship as a risk. Demonstrating fluency in healthcare-specific tools like Epic, Strata, or Kaufman Hall signals you're ready to contribute immediately, which makes the sponsorship conversation easier to have.
Focus on roles requiring a finance or accounting degree
Specialty occupation status for H-1B sponsorship requires your role to demand a specific degree field. Healthcare financial analyst positions that explicitly require a finance or accounting degree are a much stronger fit for long-term visa support.
Track your OPT end date and plan 90 days ahead
H-1B cap-subject petitions must be filed by April 1 for an October 1 start. If your OPT expires before October, confirm whether the employer can bridge the gap with cap-gap coverage or a timely STEM OPT extension filing.
Search Migrate Mate for verified sponsoring employers
Not every healthcare employer has sponsored a visa before. Migrate Mate surfaces roles from employers with a track record of OPT and H-1B sponsorship, so you can focus your applications where you have the strongest chance of long-term support.
Healthcare Financial Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Healthcare Financial Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
In most cases, yes. Healthcare financial analyst positions typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in finance, accounting, health administration, or a closely related field, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard. Roles where any degree is accepted regardless of field are weaker candidates for H-1B sponsorship. When reviewing job postings, look for explicit degree field requirements rather than generic education minimums.
Can I work as a Healthcare Financial Analyst on OPT without employer sponsorship?
Yes. During your initial 12-month OPT period, you're authorized to work without any employer-specific sponsorship. The employer simply needs to verify your EAD and report your employment through your university's system. Sponsorship only becomes relevant when you need long-term work authorization beyond OPT, typically through H-1B or another employer-backed visa category.
Does a Healthcare Financial Analyst job qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree's CIP code, not your job title. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as finance, applied mathematics, or management information systems, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Health administration degrees are generally not STEM-designated. Confirm your classification with your designated school official before assuming eligibility.
What types of employers hire Healthcare Financial Analysts with OPT sponsorship?
Health systems, academic medical centers, insurance companies, and healthcare consulting firms are the most active sponsors. Larger organizations with dedicated HR and legal teams are better equipped to manage OPT reporting and transition to H-1B sponsorship. Browse Migrate Mate to find healthcare financial analyst roles filtered by employers with a demonstrated history of visa sponsorship.
How does the cap-gap rule apply if my OPT expires before my H-1B starts?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your OPT EAD expires, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. If your H-1B is selected in the lottery and approved, your status transitions on October 1. If the petition is not selected, your work authorization ends when cap-gap protection expires and you'll need to evaluate other options with your DSO.