UCFS Healthcare · 1 week ago
Chief Financial Officer
Norwich, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expUnited Community & Family Services (UCFS) is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide oversight and leadership for accounting, compliance, and revenue cycle management. The CFO will ensure the fiscal sustainability of UCFS and support its mission by managing financial planning, budgeting, and relationships with financial institutions.
Elder CareHealth CareNon Profit
Responsibilities
Oversight & Leadership Develop and execute operational protocols to advance strategic goals for the Finance Department, including the analyses of business opportunities for the organization. Maintain knowledge of general economic, business, and financial conditions and their impact on the organization
Monitor the organization’s financial position and make recommendations for improving that position. Analyze and report on the financial impact of operational issues impacting the organization
Serve as the Finance Department representative to the Senior Management Team, the liaison to the UCFS Board of Directors, and staff person for the Board Budget and Finance Committee and Audit Committee
Ensure policies and procedures are maintained to ensure compliance with applicable laws and accounting standards. Maintain the necessary software platforms and equipment required to perform the accounting, grants management, and billing functions for the organization. Ensure proficiency of self and staff in those systems
Represent UCFS through participation in community events with local stakeholders
Accounting and Compliance Ensure the timely and accurate preparation and approval of the agency’s annual operating and capital budgets
Direct the preparation of routine periodic reports on financial performance of the organization in fulfillment of UCFS policy, regulations, and other requirements. Ensure that timely and accurate data is available to be used in short and long-term decision-making
Direct organizational procedures for procurement and purchasing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
Ensure compliance with state and federal audit standards and submit annual audited financial reports per requirements. Prepare and submit timely cost reports
Grants, Contracts, and Contributions Direct the timely submission of grant applications through the timely and accurate preparation of the budgets and other supporting financial documents. Ensure that grants, contracts, and contributions are monitored, accounted for, and expended in the manner specified by the source and in accordance with applicable laws
Revenue Cycle Management Oversee the Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) function ensuring optimization of all aspects of the revenue cycle are met to maximize financial performance and operational efficiency across supported locations; and drive strategic initiatives through the agency by leveraging innovative technologies to streamline processes and reduce inefficiencies
Investments Coordinate with custodians and advisors to track and report the performance of UCFS endowment investment account, and ensure compliance with UCFS investment and spending policies, lender agreements, and contracts that pertain to UCFS investments
Property & Casualty Insurance Monitor UCFS property lease agreements and tax obligations. File necessary documents. Ensure adequate insurance coverage is in place to protect the agency, its employees, board members, and assets
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Accounting or Business Administration, plus 10 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience in an executive or leadership role overseeing finance. Evidence of leadership positions of increasing scope and responsibility over the course one's career
Experience in healthcare, non-profit, and/or federally qualified health center agency strongly preferred
Demonstrated experience meeting regulatory compliance requirements for finance, grants, billing, investments, and accounting
Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office including advanced Excel skills
Proficient use of organization-wide accounting software, preferably Acumatica, including purchasing module
Demonstrated skills using analytics, problem solving, and decision making to advance strategic goals
Strong written and oral communication skills commensurate with a C-Suite position
Commitment to a leadership role in a diverse organization that values integrity, teamwork, dedication, transparency, diversity, equity, and inclusion
Commitment to UCFS Mission
Preferred
Familiarity with HR/Payroll systems such as Paylocity and Epic EHR and practice management system
Knowledge of federal grant reporting and payment management systems
Company
UCFS Healthcare
For over 140 years, UCFS has embraced life and faced challenges that were a reflection of the community we serve.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jennifer Granger
President & CEO
Cara Westcott
Chief Operating Officer
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