Chief Financial Officer

$201,093 - $272,003/Yr

Tiburcio Vásquez Health Center - Hayward, CA

Full-time - Executive

Hayward, CA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will serve as the key financial leader for a Federally Qualified Health Center with a significant operating budget of $46 million. This role involves collaborating closely with the CEO and leadership team to develop and implement clinical service operations strategies, transitioning the organization from a traditional reimbursement model to a value-based payment model over the next 3-5 years. The CFO will play a crucial role in ensuring the financial health and sustainability of the organization while making a positive impact on the community.

Responsibilities

• Attend Executive Team meetings to develop and maintain a strategic plan for growth and program development.
• Prepare financial statements, cash flow analyses, budgets, and reports for review by the Executive Team and Board of Directors.
• Assess and analyze the financial health of the organization and report findings to the Executive Management Team and Board of Directors.
• Develop and revise fiscal policies and procedures to ensure compliance with laws and funding agency requirements.
• Manage contracts, grants, and other legal agreements to align with the organization's mission and strategic plan.
• Perform administrative functions including contract management and personnel coordination.
• Maintain effective internal financial management controls in accordance with GAAP.
• Ensure fiscal compliance with relevant laws and regulations through policy development and training.
• Provide technical information and guidance to managers and the Board regarding financial management.
• Report monthly to the Board of Directors' Finance Committee with financial updates and recommendations.
• Represent the organization in meetings and conferences with external agencies and institutions.
• Direct the fixed assets inventory process and safeguard the organization's assets.
• Manage annual financial audits and ensure adherence to contract and grant requirements.
• Oversee payroll management for all employees and coordinate activities of business and fiscal personnel.
• Provide collaborative assistance to ensure the organization's ongoing success.
• Model service excellence in all internal and external relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a business-related or administrative major; Master's degree in accounting or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 8+ years of hands-on experience in a related administrative position in a healthcare organization.
• Experience in a managed care environment is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of utilization management and costs associated with healthcare services is required.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and direct financial operations and make difficult decisions.
• Experience in a nonprofit or Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) organization is preferred.
• Previous experience managing payroll functions is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of five years of direct supervisory experience is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and without direct supervision is required.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to build trust and respect among staff and colleagues are essential.
• Strong problem-solving skills and technical knowledge related to financial and administrative issues are required.
• Sensitivity to the needs of a culturally and linguistically diverse population is necessary.
• High competency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills are required.
• Emotional coping skills to handle emotional situations are necessary.
• Willingness to work some evenings and weekends as needed.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working collaboratively as part of a team.
• Current knowledge of billing matters related to health center revenue sources and third-party payors.

Benefits

• 100% paid medical (including co-payments, prescriptions, and premiums)
• Dental and vision insurance (including dependent and domestic partner coverage)
• Generous paid leave benefits including holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Monthly treats
• Pet insurance