BHA Chief Financial Officer

$134,400 - $165,840/Yr

State Of Colorado - Denver, CO

Full-time - Senior

Denver, CO

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) plays a crucial role in providing financial leadership and management within the Colorado Department of Human Services. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the tactical plans, fiscal operations, and resource allocation strategies for the BHA. The CFO will work closely with the Office of State Planning and Budgeting (OSPB), program and division leadership, and the BHA Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner to ensure that the financial operations align with the strategic priorities of the administration. The CFO must maintain a comprehensive understanding of statutory and regulatory changes, legislative initiatives in fiscal policy, and ensure that BHA's operations are compliant and up-to-date. In this role, the CFO will manage BHA's operational expenditures and revenue generation from local, state, and federal sources. The position includes supervising the Contracts and Budget & Accounting Managers, setting performance standards, conducting performance evaluations, and ensuring staff development needs are met. The CFO will also be responsible for preparing BHA plans, including operating and allocation requests, and completing federally mandated reporting. This position requires the ability to consult with federal and state offices, influence other state agencies, and establish policies to meet federal revenue participation requirements. The CFO will provide system-level insights across state agencies with behavioral health programs, working collaboratively with CFOs and Finance Directors to identify opportunities for strategic investment and financial efficiencies. The role also involves formulating and defending funding requests, maintaining a solid understanding of state funding request requirements, and explaining these requests to various stakeholders, including the OSPB and the Joint Budget Committee (JBC). Overall, the CFO will play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial health and sustainability of the BHA, contributing to the well-being of the people of Colorado.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial leadership and management for the Behavioral Health Administration (BHA).
• Develop, implement, and oversee tactical plans and fiscal operations for the BHA.
• Work closely with the Office of State Planning and Budgeting (OSPB) and BHA leadership.
• Maintain understanding of statutory and regulatory changes in fiscal policy.
• Manage BHA operational expenditures and revenue generation.
• Supervise the Contracts and Budget & Accounting Managers and the Finance Division.
• Set performance standards and conduct performance evaluations for staff.
• Prepare BHA plans, including operating and allocation requests, and complete federally mandated reporting.
• Consult with federal and state offices and influence other state agencies.
• Establish policies to meet federal revenue participation requirements.
• Provide insights across state agencies regarding behavioral health funding.
• Formulate, write, support, and defend funding requests and budget amendments.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree.
• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible professional experience in budgeting, finance, or procurement culminating in senior-level management.
• Two (2) years of experience leading and supervising subordinate executives in a large organization.
• Two (2) years of professional public or business administration experience including budget development and control.

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced knowledge of state finances and budget planning.
• Prior CFO or equivalent experience with extensive accounting experience.
• Experience in personnel management.
• Skill in evaluating complex information and problem-solving.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Benefits

• Strong retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or Defined Contribution Plan.
• Medical and dental health plans.
• Employer supplemented Health Savings Account.
• Paid life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 10 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave.
• Employee discount program through BenefitHub.
• Employee Wellness program MotivateMe.
• Flexible work-life programs and training opportunities.