Senior Consultant, Healthcare Services - IT at Alvarez & Marsal Healthcare Industry Group, LLC in New York, New York

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About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work-guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity-are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team

The Healthcare Industry Group, a subsidiary of A&M, is at the forefront of delivering transformational change to the healthcare industry. Known as an established leader that delivers tangible results for healthcare executives, boards, private equity firms, investors, law firms and government agencies, our professionals advise organizations on financial and operational performance improvement, strategic growth and unlocking value across the investment lifecycle. Our team provides additional expertise in interim management, restructuring, revenue cycle management, mergers and acquisitions, compliance and regulatory, digital technology and analytics.

You will have the opportunity to work with clients in a variety of sectors including health systems and providers, physician groups, ancillary providers, medical schools, vision, laboratory, dental and behavior health; managed care and health plans, government plans and programs, healthcare investors and lenders, medical devices, healthcare suppliers and infrastructure, and life sciences.

HIG's Healthcare Services practice (HCS), with offices throughout the US, focuses on serving private equity firm's portfolio companies and public and private healthcare companies. Our HCS services include technology assessment (including systems, products, process, data, security, team), performance improvement/operational turnarounds, cost optimization, M&A services, finance operations, and interim management (including CFO services).

How you will contribute

As a Senior Associate you will be working closely with healthcare clients on a range of complex assignments, many of which require critical technology considerations. You will use your independent judgement and critical thinking skills to gather data, design practical solutions and drive financial and operational improvements to add value based on client needs. Depending on the client project the responsibilities of a Senior Associate may typically include:

• Identifying and implementing opportunities to significantly reduce cost structure by redesigning technology and operations org structures, reducing applications or IT vendor redundancies, eliminating non-value-added processes, and refocusing the business on most value added processes


• Optimizing overall technology stack (systems, products, process, data, security, team) to drive top line and bottom line improvement or dive into specific aspects of companies technology investments (e.g. clinical applications, corporate applications, end-user-compute, data, infrastructure, network and security) to inform vital board and c-level decisions associated with growth and cost takeout


• Developing IT synergy model, one-time-cost profile, TSA and carve-out considerations pre-deal (M&A) and executing integrations, TSA exits and value creations post-deal


• Providing guidance to manage a client through crisis and/or quick solutions and time frames by assisting in structuring and executing on a performance improvement plan


• Developing operational data analysis to develop KPI metrics to track and drive meaningful change. Conducting client interviews to gain an understanding of and evaluate aspects of client situation and operations


• Effectively summarizing, drawing conclusions and creating recommendations from large data sets or analyses


• Leading various work streams within a project, including managing day to day engagement priorities with guidance from senior leaders


• Preparing client-ready deliverables and presentations; making presentations to clients


• Coaching and mentoring junior staff both formally and informally


• Building relationships with clients and seeking opportunities to expand the scope of business


• Supporting marketing initiatives by assisting with the pitch preparation process and creation of marketing materials


• Helping to build product and service offering tools and templates

We are not your typical consulting firm. We are entrepreneurial, action oriented and results driven professionals who take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and helping them drive value and growth. We are nimble, resourceful, proactive, can pivot to adapt quickly, when needed, and develop plans that drive real results.You will be part of a team that is passionate about delivering transformational change and making an impact in the healthcare industry.

Qualifications

We are seeking someone to join our team with an entrepreneurial and collaborative mindset who will manage ambiguity and thrive in a fast-paced environment. As a Senior Associate you will have the opportunity to demonstrate your leadership, integrity and objectivity when interacting with clients at all corporate levels:

• High energy individuals with a passion for healthcare and solving complex issues


• A minimum of seven (7) years of prior work experience in healthcare, consulting or healthcare industry such as healthcare banking, accounting, audit, private equity, or healthcare operations with a healthcare IT focus


• Experience in acquisition, integration and transformation from an IT deal perspective


• Experience in one or more industry leading Clinical Application domain (e.g. EMR/EHR, Practice Management etc.),


• Experience in one or more industry leading Med tech manufacturing applications (e.g. MES, QMS, Inventory Management Systems etc. )


• Experience in one or more industry leading corporate functional domain (HRIS, ERP/Finance, Cloud Stack etc.)


• Advanced analytics and reporting skills


• Advanced level of Excel proficiency and experience in financial modeling a must;


• Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel skills a must; experience with Visio, Tableau or Power BI, SQL, SPSS, benchmarking a is plus


• Solid project management and organizational skills


• Working knowledge of healthcare industry, including a fundamental understanding of healthcare finance, operations, valuation and various laws and regulations is a must


• Ability to use sound judgment and escalate project issues to project managers or engagement leaders


• Ability to coach and mentor junior staff


• Excellent verbal and written skills, with the ability to communicate with and present information to all levels of client personnel


• Willingness and ability to travel as required


• BA/BS degree and/or MBA/MS in Accounting, Finance, or other related healthcare fields such as MHA or MPH

Your journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.

Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings' fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined from time to time as well as a 401(k) retirement plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive a discretionary contribution to their 401(k) from Alvarez & Marsal. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy-two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type. Click here for more information regarding A&M's benefits programs.

The annual base salary range is $125 - $150k commensurate with experience. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details

Alvarez & Marsal recruits on an ongoing basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) that they are qualified for and that are of interest to them.

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