Financial Analyst

About Uplift

Uplift Hospice is a mission-driven hospice care provider dedicated to delivering compassionate, personalized end-of-life care to patients and their families. Headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, we serve communities across the country with a commitment to clinical excellence, dignity, and respect. At Uplift, we believe in supporting not only the physical needs of our patients, but also their emotional and spiritual well-being. As a fast-growing organization, we are building a strong foundation of operational excellence and thoughtful growth, driven by a team that values empathy, integrity, and innovation in everything we do.

Job Overview

Uplift Hospice is a fast-growing organization seeking a versatile and motivated Analyst to join our finance team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with the Controller and gain hands-on experience across both accounting and financial planning functions. The ideal candidate is flexible, detail-oriented, and comfortable wearing multiple hats in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

This position will work closely with the Controller and play a key role in the month-end closing process, including involvement in accounts payable, reconciliations, and other core accounting activities. In parallel, the role will support financial planning and analysis efforts such as monthly variance reporting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial modeling. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting and finance and is comfortable shifting between tactical accounting work and strategic analysis, including occasional support for M&A evaluations and other special projects.

Key Responsibilities

This role includes responsibilities across three main areas:

1. Accounting & Bookkeeping

o Pay and process vendor invoices in QuickBooks Online

o Assist with journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close process

o Maintain general ledger accuracy and support financial statement preparation

o Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and work cross functionally with other functional teams

1. Financial Planning & Analysis

o Support financial forecasting, including P&L, cash flow, and balance sheet

o Perform monthly budget-to-actual variance analysis

o Assist with budgeting, performance reporting, and KPI tracking

1. Strategic & M&A Support

o Update and manage models for M&A, growth initiatives, and scenario planning

o Assist with due diligence and ad hoc financial analysis

o Conduct industry research and market benchmarking

Qualifications

Education, Experience and Technical Skills

· Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (strongly desired)

· 2–4 years of relevant experience in accounting, FP&A, or corporate finance (required)

· Experience with QuickBooks Online or similar accounting software

o Comfortable working with financial statements, journal entries, and reconciliations

· Strong understanding of GAAP and general accounting principles

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite with advanced skills and experience in Excel

· Familiarity with financial modeling

Soft Skills

· Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

· Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and prioritize in a fast-paced environment

· Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

· Clear, effective communication skills—written and verbal

Additional / Preferred Skills

· Experience in healthcare services, hospice operations, or private equity-backed companies

· Exposure to M&A diligence or integration work

Work Requirements

· Employment Type: Full-time position

· Location: Role is based at Uplift Hospice's corporate office in Scottsdale, AZ. While in-office presence is preferred, hybrid or remote arrangements may be considered for highly qualified candidates.

o Candidates must be willing to commute to the office periodically for in-person meetings, collaboration, or support as needed.

· Work Environment: Standard office setting with prolonged periods of computer use and screen time

· Travel: Minimal travel required, but occasional travel may be necessary for team meetings, trainings, or site visits

· Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available for this position

Why Uplift Hospice

At Uplift Hospice, you'll be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to delivering compassionate, dignified end-of-life care. This is more than just a finance role—it's an opportunity to support meaningful work that has a direct impact on patients and their families. As a growing company with a lean, high-performing team, we offer significant opportunities for upward mobility. High achievers are recognized quickly and given the chance to take on greater responsibility as the organization scales.

The role provides broad exposure across key finance and accounting functions, including hands-on involvement in financial planning, strategic analysis, and core accounting processes. You'll work closely with the Controller and senior leadership, gaining visibility into key decisions and helping shape the financial direction of the company. We offer a competitive compensation structure based on experience and location, along with the potential for performance-based bonuses as the company continues its growth trajectory.