Business Strategy Specialist

Title: Business Strategy Specialist Job Type: Regular Company: Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Department: Strategy, Business Development & Outreach Time Type: Full time Weekly Hours: 40 FTE: 1 Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Summary:

About the Role

At Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, strategic and informed decision-making is essential to advancing our mission. We are seeking a Business Strategy Specialist to support financial planning, operational excellence, and organizational growth through thoughtful analysis and collaboration.

In this role, you will work closely with Finance leadership, clinical departments, and operational teams across the organization to evaluate performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and support strategic initiatives. You will help leaders assess financial and operational trends, support planning efforts, and contribute to decisions that impact patient care, research, and education.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, collaborating with stakeholders, and helping drive meaningful organizational outcomes.

The starting annual salary for this position is $66,023 and this can include a full comprehensive benefits package.

What You'll Do

• Support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives
• Evaluate financial and operational performance to identify opportunities for improvement
• Assist leaders in assessing business needs, resource utilization, and organizational priorities
• Develop reports, summaries, and presentations that support decision-making
• Translate financial and operational information into clear recommendations for stakeholders
• Partner with clinical, administrative, and operational teams across the organization
• Support business cases, strategic projects, and performance improvement initiatives
• Assist Finance leadership with special projects and organizational planning efforts
• Contribute to the development of tools and processes that improve visibility into organizational performance

What You'll Bring: We're looking for someone who:

• Has strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Has experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, healthcare finance, business operations, or strategic planning
• Can interpret information and provide practical recommendations
• Communicates effectively with a variety of stakeholders
• Maintains a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Is proficient with spreadsheets and financial reporting tools
• Enjoys collaborating across departments and building relationships
• Can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Who Will Be Successful in This Role:

• Successful candidates are curious, collaborative, and motivated by helping organizations make better decisions.

You will thrive if you:

• Enjoy solving complex business and operational challenges
• Are interested in healthcare strategy and organizational performance
• Can balance financial analysis with stakeholder engagement
• Take initiative and seek opportunities for improvement
• Understand both the details and the broader organizational goals
• Enjoy working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• At Roswell Park, you'll join a nationally recognized cancer center where your work directly supports patient care, research, education, and innovation.

You'll enjoy:

• Meaningful work that contributes to a mission-driven organization

• Exposure to strategic, financial, and operational initiatives across the enterprise

• Opportunities to collaborate with leaders throughout the organization

• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities

• A supportive and collaborative culture focused on innovation and excellence

• The opportunity to make a measurable impact on organizational success

• If you're passionate about strategic planning, healthcare operations, financial management, and helping organizations achieve their goals, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Roswell Park team.

Qualifications

• Required Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related field.

Note:

• Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educational standards.

• Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

• Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) is committed to equal employment opportunity. We do not discriminate against employees, applicants, or job seekers on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, performance, and business needs. We are committed to maintaining a fair, respectful workplace where employees are valued for their contributions and supported in advancing our mission.

• Reasonable Accommodation Request

• RPCIC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, employment process, or to perform your job, please contact [email protected] and provide information about your request and preferred contact method.

• Our Core Values

• RPCIC is committed to fostering an environment where patients, families, employees, volunteers, and members of our community are treated with dignity, courtesy, and respect. We believe our mission is strengthened when individuals contribute their experiences, perspectives, and ideas and work together toward a common purpose. Our actions are guided by our core values of Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion, and Respect.