Aspiring CFO — Behavioral Health Finance Leader Track

Arbour Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

Prescription Drug Plan

401k plan with company match

Generous Paid Time Off

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Universal Health Services (UHS) invites applications for the Chief Financial Officer in Training (CFOT) in Boston, MA. This 1–3 year program combines on-the-job training, classroom and experiential learning to build the skills for a senior finance role across UHS Behavioral Health facilities.

Participants gain experience in financial planning, budgeting, audits, and strategic leadership, with relocation support after successful completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• Healthcare experience preferred.
• Willingness to relocate after program completion.
• Proficient in standard accounting procedures and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including journal entries, balance sheets, income statements, and tax packages.
• Collaborate with Regional Director and facility leaders to develop budgets and forecasts for facilities.
• Actively participate in CFOT training curriculum (classroom, experiential, and online).
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist the Regional Financial Director in month-end close reviews and issue resolution.
• Participate in leadership training and budget presentations.
• Assist in audits, providing documentation and explanations as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Responsibilities

Chief Financial Officer in Training (CFOT) works alongside Finance Executives in UHS Regional Operations, Corporate offices, and free-standing inpatient psychiatric facility(s) for a period of 1 to 3 years*. Through a comprehensive UHS BH CFO Academy training program including a combination of on-the-job training, classroom, and experiential learning modes, CFOT develop the solid business acumen, expertise in the accounting and finance functions, and key leadership skills necessary to be a successful Finance Executive within a UHS Behavioral Health facility. *Length of training program dependent upon the individual’s prior work experience and/or performance throughout the program.

About the UHS BH CFO Academy
The UHS Behavioral Health CFO Academy is a specialized development program designed to prepare future CFOs for leadership in Behavioral Health Finance. The Academy focuses on advancing from traditional financial management to strategic value creation, building expertise in financial planning, operational efficiency, collaborative leadership, and performance management. Through onsite training at UHS facilities and mentorship from experienced CFOs, participants gain practical insights into the evolving CFO role and emerging industry trends. This program equips finance leaders to drive sustainable growth and innovation across UHS Behavioral Health.

Candidates must be open to relocation once training is successfully completed. UHS operates nearly 300+ Behavioral Health Facilities nationwide. Candidates that successfully complete the program will be placed in a Chief Financial Officer role and will need to be open to relocation. Relocation assistance is provided to candidates by UHS once the program is completed.

The successful Chief Financial Officer in training will work to develop the following skills and responsibilities:
Prepare and analyze financial statements, including journal entries, balance sheets reconciliations, income statement analysis and explanations, financial and tax package completion, and financial reporting for assigned facilities
Collaborate with Regional Director and facility operations leaders to develop, prepare, and analyze budgets and forecasts for assigned facilities, including presentations to senior management
Actively participate in and complete CFOT-specific training curriculum (classroom, experiential, and online learning)
Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement – including strategic financial direction and leadership
Assist the Regional Financial Director in the review of month end close including analysis, research, and resolution of questions or concerns
Participate in leadership training assignments including classroom, budget presentations, management coursework, etc.
Assist in the completion of internal and external audits including providing documentation and explanations as required
Perform other duties as assigned / required.

Qualifications

Job Requirements
• 1 year of related experience
• Minimum education requirement of a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance, master’s degree preferred
• Healthcare experience preferred
• Proficient in standard accounting operating procedures and principles
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Ability to relocate upon completion of the program (Relocation assistance provided by UHS)
• 15% Travel

This Opportunity offers the following:
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401k plan with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off

About Universal Health Services
Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.
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