Lakemary Center · 10 hours ago
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Paola, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $170K/yr
10+ years expLakemary Center Inc is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic financial leadership and oversight for the organization. The CFO will manage all aspects of financial management, ensuring fiscal integrity and sustainability while collaborating closely with the CEO and Board of Directors.
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Responsibilities
Supervise and mentor the Controller, Director of Accounting, Contracting/Credentialing/Medical Claims Coordinator, and Financial Analyst
Establish clear roles, responsibilities, and accountability within the finance team
Mentor senior leaders across the organization
Partners with Employee Relations (ER) on health insurance benefit selection, retirement plan administration, and management of Paycom
Manage organizational cash flows and restricted funds to ensure sustainability and compliance with donor intent
Oversee preparation of timely and accurate financial statements for the CEO, Executive Team, Board, funders, and other key stakeholders
Direct accounting operations in compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and grant obligations
Ensure accurate and timely preparation and filing of cost reports with Medicaid, Medicare, HUD, and other regulatory agencies
Direct annual budget development and forecasting in collaboration with leadership and the Board
Manage revenues, expenses, and cash flow to ensure financial integrity and sustainability
Oversee billing, collections, accounts payable, payroll, and benefits functions
Develop and maintain the accounting procedures manual and ensure effective internal controls
Serve as a member of the Executive Team, contributing to organizational leadership and decision-making
Participate in developing and implementing Lakemary’s strategic plan with the Executive Team and key stakeholders
Serve as staff liaison to the Audit & Finance Committee and Investment Committee, presenting financial results, trends, and forecasts to the Board
Participate in the Johnson County Strategy Task Force
Participate in Capital Campaign Committee meetings when active
Manage organizational insurance programs (property, liability, D&O, professional, etc.) in collaboration with the CEO and broker
Ensure compliance with Medicaid, Medicare, HUD, and other regulatory agencies
Oversee vendor contracting, payer agreements, and provider credentialing activities
Guide and participate in RFP processes for key financial and risk management services (e.g., auditor, insurance, retirement plan advisors, ERP systems)
Maintain strong partnerships internally and externally, fostering collaboration across departments and with external stakeholders
Ensure financial information is communicated with clarity and transparency to staff, leadership, and the Board
Build trust by promoting openness in decision-making and accountability in reporting
Model integrity, sound judgment, and ethical leadership in all actions
Stay current on nonprofit finance best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging trends
Promote efficiency, innovation, and strong internal controls across financial processes
Support staff and leaders in strengthening financial literacy and decision-making
Attend and actively participate in staff, leadership, and Board meetings
Ensure reliable attendance and completion of assigned duties
Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the CEO
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
Minimum 10 years of progressive financial management experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills
Demonstrated expertise in compliance, cash flow management, risk management, and board governance
Preferred
Master's degree or CPA preferred
Nonprofit or healthcare financial management strongly preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance plans
Paid time off
401(k)-retirement plan
Company
Lakemary Center
Lakemary Center is an organization that offers education, mental, behavioral health, and social services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Michelle Erickson
Chief Financial Officer
Shawn Kelsey
CFO/Vice President of Administrative Services
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