Vice President - Finance

The Vice President of Finance:

• Promotes and practices the Empath mission and values and follows all policies and procedures.
• Partner with the CFO and Division leadership team to set the financial vision and strategy of the organization, ensuring alignment with overall corporate goals.
• Lead the development of long-term financial strategies that support sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and enhanced patient care outcomes.
• Drive financial innovation by identifying new revenue opportunities and cost-saving initiatives while maintaining a focus on quality care.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, and all required quarterly and annual local, state and Federal reports (941,990, cost report, W-2, 1099, Etc.) are filed accurately and timely.
• Oversee all financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and timeliness of financial statements to support informed decision-making.
• Serve as the principal point of contact for the Division leaders, providing comprehensive financial reporting and strategic analysis.
• Oversee the organization's revenue cycle management, ensuring timely and accurate billing, collections, and reimbursement.
• Oversee audits and regulatory reviews, ensuring that all necessary documentation is provided, and requirements are met.
• Develop and implement financial risk management strategies to minimize exposure to financial, regulatory, and operational risks.
• Provide visionary leadership to the finance team, fostering a high-performance culture focused on collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a key financial liaison with Division leaders, and other stakeholders, presenting financial information in a clear and accessible manner.
• Ensure that monthly financial reporting packages and cash flow projection are prepared accurately and timely, for internal distribution. Consistently analyzes financial data and budget management to improve financial performance and ensure effective alignment of resources.

Educational and Professional Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master's degree in business administration (MBA), Finance, or Health Administration is strongly preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, or equivalent are preferred.
• A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in financial management, with at least 10 years in a senior leadership role within a healthcare organization.
• Proven experience in leading financial operations in a complex healthcare environment, with deep knowledge of healthcare reimbursement systems, revenue cycle management, and financial compliance.
• Strong track record of developing and implementing financial strategies that support operational efficiency, financial sustainability, and the delivery of high-quality patient care.

Empath Health values diversity as it strengthens our community and care. We embrace the diversity of cultures, thoughts, beliefs and traditions of our employees, volunteers and people we are honored to serve across our network. Our diverse staff reflects our community and each day, we work to be respectful, sensitive and competent with each other and those in our care. In every journey, we are dedicated to achieving comfort, dignity and exceptional care. Those of all backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply with us or seek our care and services.

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