The University of Kansas Health System - Topeka, KS
posted about 2 months ago
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at the University of Kansas Health System (UKHS) St. Francis Campus is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing the financial administration of the facility. This includes managing general accounting, data processing, materials management, information systems, and financial reporting. The CFO plays a crucial role in ensuring that internal controls are robust enough to protect the assets of the organization and that the accounting systems are capable of producing accurate and timely financial reports. The position requires a strategic mindset to help create and implement initiatives aimed at building and growing the facility, ensuring its financial health and sustainability. In this role, the CFO will collaborate closely with the Regional CFO and corporate office personnel to align the facility's financial affairs with broader organizational goals. This includes developing operating policies and procedures, conducting product line analyses, and preparing comprehensive financial and management reports. The CFO will also be responsible for administering the facility's annual operating and capital budget, partnering with facility CEOs and other executive team members to prepare the annual business plan. The CFO will monitor the expense structure continuously to identify opportunities for efficiencies and cost reductions, ensuring the facility operates within its financial means while maximizing its potential. Active participation in various boards and community meetings is expected, as is the ability to direct the preparation of financial projections to inform leadership about anticipated performance. Additionally, the CFO will oversee the revenue cycle to maintain consistent cash flow and work with regional partners on managed care negotiations to optimize payer contracts.