Community Health Systems · 1 month ago
Assistant Chief Financial Officer
1700 EAST SAUNDERS, LAREDO, TX, 78041, US
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
4+ years expCommunity Health Systems is a leading healthcare provider, and they are seeking an Assistant Chief Financial Officer to support the hospital's financial operations and strategic decision-making. This role involves overseeing accounting, budgeting, revenue cycle, and financial planning activities while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and corporate policies.
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Responsibilities
Assists the CFO in managing all aspects of hospital financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, audits, tax reporting, and financial planning
Oversees and evaluates financial performance across service lines, departments, and cost centers, identifying opportunities for improvement
Supports the CFO in developing and implementing financial strategies that align with the hospital’s operational and strategic objectives
Assists with forecasting, productivity analysis, and long-term capital planning to ensure sustainable financial performance
Participates in the preparation and review of monthly financial statements, variance analyses, and operational performance reports
Evaluates utilization, productivity, and expense management metrics to ensure efficient resource allocation
Participates in monthly hospital operation reviews and corporate meetings, presenting financial analyses and recommendations as requested
Represents the Finance department in hospital and community settings, including Board of Directors meetings, medical staff meetings, and community outreach initiatives
Mentors and develops financial staff to enhance analytical capabilities and operational awareness
Develops leadership, business acumen, and operational knowledge necessary to advance to a Chief Financial Officer position within the network
Performs other duties as assigned
Maintains regular and reliable attendance
Complies with all policies and standards
Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff
Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues
Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development
Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long-term planning
Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services
Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency
Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies
Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards
Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable
Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety
Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery
Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes
May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required
4-6 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships
Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement
Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders
Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines
Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable)
Strong organizational and time management skills
Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools
Preferred
Master's Degree
5-7 years of previous leadership experience
Company
Community Health Systems
Community Health Systems is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.67B2025-07-28Post Ipo Debt· $1.79B
2024-05-21Post Ipo Debt· $1.12B
2023-12-11Post Ipo Debt· $750M
Leadership Team
Jason Johnson
SVP, Chief Accounting Officer
Hunter Phillips
Director Strategic Consumer Engagement
Recent News
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