Access Community Health Network · 4 hours ago
Chief Financial Officer
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$274K/yr - $323K/yr
15+ years expAccess Community Health Network (ACCESS) is a nationally recognized leader in community health, dedicated to advancing health equity. They are seeking a visionary Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to align financial strategy with organizational goals and ensure sustainable growth while mitigating risk.
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Responsibilities
Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and senior leadership, guiding and executing the organization’s financial vision and strategic plan
Develop financial strategies, forecasts, and budgets that align with ACCESS’s long-term objectives
Assess financial performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement strategies to achieve organizational goals
Lead the preparation of annual operating and capital budgets, collaborating with the CEO and leadership team
Evaluate and anticipate economic, social, and governmental influences, recommending proactive financial strategies
Oversee the preparation and presentation of financial statements, including balance sheets, statements of activities, and cash flow reports
Provide financial analysis and insights to support decision-making for the leadership team and Board of Directors
Perform cash flow forecasting and anticipate financial challenges to ensure sustainability
Collaborate with operations leaders (COO, CMO) to align productivity and financial metrics with organizational goals
Lead the development of short- and long-term financial goals and best practices in cost and productivity management
Identify, monitor, and mitigate financial, credit, and operational risks
Ensure strong internal controls and compliance with tax laws, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
Oversee completion of audits, working with auditors and regulatory agencies to maintain integrity and transparency
Establish policies and procedures that safeguard financial assets and ensure organizational accountability and transparency
Manage capital structure, including debt, equity, and investment decisions, to optimize resource allocation
Oversee cash flow, liquidity, and investments in line with organizational priorities and the investment policy
Provide recommendations on capital investments, mergers, and acquisitions to support ACCESS’s growth strategy
Direct the fiscal management of grants, ensuring compliance with all funding and reporting requirements
Oversee annual financial and single audit reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Build and maintain strong relationships with the Board of Directors and the Finance Committee
Present financial reports, forecasts, and strategic insights to the Board and other key stakeholders
Oversee daily financial operations, including finance, revenue cycle, pharmacy, labs, and facilities
Implement efficient processes and systems to improve accuracy, productivity, and service delivery
Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team by setting clear objectives and aligning their work with organizational goals
Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
Provide coaching, feedback, and growth opportunities to ensure a high-performing team
Qualification
Required
Master's degree (MBA or MHA) with a concentration in finance or accounting required
Minimum of 15 years in healthcare finance, including at least 10 years of progressive leadership experience
Recent expertise equivalent to that of a Vice President of Finance or Controller in a mid-sized to large organization (100+ providers) or prior CFO experience in a small medical group
Comprehensive knowledge of auditing, budgeting, capital reporting, cash management, cost accounting and reporting, decision support, financial planning and analysis, general ledger, and payroll
Proven ability in ROI analysis, forecasting, cost-benefit analysis, accounting, and data-driven strategic decision-making
Strong record of executive-level collaboration, communication, and the ability to influence decision-making across diverse stakeholders
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Preferred
CPA designation preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation package
Excellent benefits package
Company
Access Community Health Network
Access operates 47 health centers and one dental health center throughout Chicagoland, serving nearly 210,000 patients annually.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Donna Thompson
Healthcare Executive Leadership Expert, Independent Board Member and Advisor, Immediate Past CEO
Mahomed Ouedraogo, CPA, CHCIO
Chief Executive Officer
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