Location & Job Type
Location: Swift Square One
Job Type: Specified Purpose
Overview
The Finance Build Team Member will support the implementation of the Cram Electronic Health Record (EHR) system across UPMC Ireland. Reporting to the Finance Workstream Lead, this role focuses on assisting with the configuration, testing, and validation of finance-related applications, including general ledger (GL), accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), treasury, fixed assets, cost accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting. The Finance Team Build Member will contribute to aligning system functionality with financial workflows and operational requirements under the guidance of the Finance Workstream Lead. This role provides operational and technical support for the Finance workstream, collaborating with clinical, financial, and technical teams to ensure a smooth and effective transformation of finance functions. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with an interest in health IT systems to contribute to a significant digital transformation project.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
* Support the Finance Workstream Lead in delivering the Finance workstream for the Cram EHR implementation within UPMC Ireland.
* Assisting in executing tasks within the project scope and governance, including stakeholder coordination and milestone tracking.
* Collaboration with the Finance Workstream Lead and other workstream members to ensure alignment with financial operations and programme goals.
* Contributing to documentation of workflows, system configurations, and testing different outcomes (interoperability, data migration, reporting, end‑user devices).
* Serve as a supporting subject matter expert (SME) for finance-related functions in MEDITECH Expanse and associated applications.
* Assist in the design and validation of finance workflows within MEDITECH Expanse and associated applications.
* Review and provide feedback on system functionality related to finance processes.
* Support the integration of clinical workflows with financial processes to ensure financial integrity and compliance with financial policy requirements.
* Collaborate with revenue cycle, clinical, and technical teams to maintain end‑to‑end financial integrity across modules.
* Assist in financial system configuration, data migration validation (GL accounts, cost centers, historical data), and integration with existing enterprise resource planning (ERP) platforms.
* Participate in testing activities for finance modules, including integrated testing and user acceptance testing (UAT).
* Help identify and troubleshoot issues in collaboration with IT, finance, and clinical workstreams.
* Support the integration of finance modules with other financial systems (ERP, Claimsure).
* Assist in validating statutory, management, and operational reporting requirements for finance functions.
* Support change management efforts by addressing workflow impacts, practice changes, and documentation requirements for SCM staff.
* Contribute to go‑live readiness and stabilization efforts, including real‑time issue resolution and workflow adjustments.
* Contribute to standards development processes and engage with finance SMEs during design and optimization discussions.
* Ensure compliance with regulatory and financial standards as directed.
* Assist in facilitating finance engagement sessions, adoption planning, and go‑live readiness activities.
* Support the coordination of cross‑functional finance implementation activities.
* Participate in workgroup meetings, documenting decisions, risks, and issues.
* Act as a secondary liaison between finance staff and the EHR implementation team, escalating issues to the Finance Workstream Lead.
* Assist in the development and delivery of training materials for finance staff and other end‑users.
* Provide hands‑on support during go‑live and stabilization phases.
* Support the training team in delivering education on finance workflows.
* Contribute to the handover process by training future EHR BAU team members.
* Maintain accurate project documentation, including current state/future state maps, risk/issue logs, and change logs.
* Assist in preparing materials for governance processes, such as the Business Design Forum and senior management meetings.
* Support the tracking of key performance indicators (KPIs) for finance readiness, adoption, and post‑go‑live performance.
* Contribute to documenting lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements related to finance, clinical safety, and digital health.
Qualifications and Experience
* Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. Equivalent experience will be considered.
* Minimum 3 years of experience in healthcare financial operations.
* Familiarity with healthcare finance models and compliance standards.
* Good project coordination, stakeholder engagement, and change management skills.
* Good analytical thinking, problem‑solving, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work across clinical and operational teams.
* At least 2 years of experience supporting or leading system implementations (preferably MEDITECH or similar ERP/EHR platforms).
* Experience as a user of MEDITECH Finance modules (GL, AP, FA) or equivalent major EHR systems (Epic, Oracle Health).
* Familiarity with clinical‑to‑financial workflows and revenue recognition.
* Knowledge of clinical decision support, change management methodologies (Prosci, ADKAR), and regulatory requirements.
* Training in process improvement methodologies (Lean) or project management.
Equal Opportunity Statement
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer and celebrates diversity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation: Competitive pay (base, performance‑related, and premium pay where applicable).
Benefits: Fully paid maternity and paternity leave; Competitive Pension Plan; Death in Service Benefit x 3 times; Critical Illness cover up to age 66; Enhanced annual leave up to maximum 27 days; Flexible working opportunities.
Performance and Recognition: Rewards for performance that support UPMC’s goals and mission through our annual ACES programme.
Work‑Life Balance & Development
Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.
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