Chief Financial Officer - Daviess Community Hospital (DCH)

Deaconess Health System; United States; Remote; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) responsible for managing fiscal operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hospital financial management, with at least 5 years of experience. Responsibilities include leading a financial team, managing budgets, and ensuring regulatory compliance. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the financial stability of the hospital and requires excellent leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in hospital financial management.
• Preferred experience in an acute care setting.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated financial team.
• Manage hospital costs effectively.
• Develop and implement financial policies.

Skills

Financial management

Budget preparation

Staff management

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

B.S. in Accounting or Financial Management

M.B.A. or CPA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Accounting systems

Database management

Job description

Overview

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be responsible for the overall management of fiscal operations for the hospital. The CFO will keep staff aware of all regulations and standards to ensure compliance with orders and directives issued by duly constituted governmental or regulatory agencies and third-party payers. A collaborative and communicative leader, the CFO will focus on financial stability, ensuring adequate cash forecasting and liquidity to meet both operating and capital expenditure needs. The CFO will educate and work directly with department leaders on departmental budgets and will keep the CEO and Deaconess Health System informed on all aspects of financial operations.

Your Impact

Lead a dedicated financial team committed to delivering exceptional service and operational excellence.

Your Skills

• Develop and implement objectives, policies, and standards for the financial department.

• Manage hospital costs in a way that maximizes reimbursements.

• Support the development of new service lines and programs.

• Maintain and update the contractual and third-party payor models monthly.

• Update and maintain comprehensive policies and procedures for the financial department and participate in developing hospital-wide policies.

• Lead daily and weekly meetings with staff to promote clear communication and alignment.

• Determine and manage the master staffing plan to meet departmental objectives.

• Maintain and update job descriptions, conduct staff meetings to discuss performance, and complete annual evaluations.

• Prepare reports and maintain an effective system of financial records and reporting.

• Ensure accurate and effective performance measurements to improve productivity and accuracy.

• Facilitate and coordinate budget preparation.

• Foster a positive, cooperative, and team-oriented work environment.

• Serve as an active member of required committees.

• Demonstrate strong computer skills, including accounting systems, database management, and Microsoft Office proficiency.

• Exhibit self-motivation and initiative.

Position Qualifications

• B.S. in Accounting or Financial Management required; M.B.A. or CPA preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in hospital financial management, preferably in an acute care setting.

• Demonstrated initiative in problem-solving, critical thinking, and project management.

About the hospital

Daviess Community Hospital (DCH) stands as a beacon of health and wellness in southwestern Indiana. Serving the region with one 48-bed hospital, seven specialty clinics, and seven outpatient clinics, DCH is dedicated to providing top-tier medical care.

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