Director of Finance

Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

License Reimbursement

HRSA Loan Repayment

PSLF eligibility

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Cornell Scott Hill Health Center seeks an experienced Director of Finance to lead financial operations, reporting to the CFO. You will oversee accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls in a mission-driven healthcare setting.

The role requires strong GAAP knowledge, healthcare finance expertise, and collaborative leadership to support strategic planning, contracting, and performance improvement across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business management, or related field required; MBA/MPH/MHA preferred.
• CPA designation highly desirable.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a senior accounting or financial management role; healthcare experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Demonstrated understanding of GAAP and healthcare financial regulations.
• Experience with financial reporting systems and automated accounting platforms.
• Experience in large, complex healthcare organizations such as ambulatory care centers, health centers, or hospitals.
• Knowledge of contracting, reimbursement methodologies, and financial planning.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and lead teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting with CFO guidance.
• Prepare financial statements, analyses, and reports for decision-making.
• Develop and evaluate financial programs, systems, and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
• Oversees and manages Financial Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Cash Management functions.
• Supports budget development and monitoring processes.
• Collaborates with HR on staff allocation and position control processes.
• Coordinates updates to automated financial systems and MIS.
• Provides financial analysis and consultative support to leadership.
• Supports contracting and revenue development opportunities.
• Supports departmental goals, policies, and procedures.
• Ensures managers receive accurate financial reports and guidance.
• Mentors and evaluates assigned staff.
• Facilitates cross-functional financial planning discussions.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cost control

Financial analysis

Leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Business/related field

Master's degree (MBA/MPH/MHA) preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting software

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Finance to join Cornell Scott Hill Health Center. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this role is responsible for supporting the overall fiscal management and financial operations of the organization. The Director of Finance will assist in overseeing accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting functions while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies. This position is ideal for a collaborative financial leader with strong analytical skills, healthcare finance expertise, and a commitment to operational excellence in a mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supports the CFO in overseeing financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting activities
• Coordinates the preparation of financial statements, special analyses, and reports to support organizational decision-making
• Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of financial programs, systems, and internal controls
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local financial and reporting requirements
• Oversees and manages Financial Accounting, Accounts Payable, and Cash Management functions
• Supports budget development and monitoring processes, including revenue and expense tracking
• Collaborates with Human Resources on staff allocation and position control processes
• Coordinates updates and enhancements to automated financial and management information systems
• Provides financial analysis and consultative support to leadership for planning and strategic initiatives
• Participates in the evaluation of contracting and revenue development opportunities aligned with organizational goals
• Supports the development and implementation of departmental goals, policies, and operational procedures
• Ensures program managers and department leaders receive accurate financial reports and guidance as needed
• Supervises, mentors, and evaluates assigned staff, providing ongoing feedback and performance management
• Facilitates and participates in cross-functional meetings and financial planning discussions
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Management, or a related field required; Master’s Degree (MBA, MPH, MHA, or related healthcare field) strongly preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation highly desirable
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a senior accounting or financial management role; healthcare experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of financial management principles, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
• Demonstrated understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and healthcare financial regulations
• Experience with financial reporting systems and automated accounting platforms
• Proven ability to analyze financial data and prepare reports, projections, and recommendations
• Experience working in large, complex healthcare organizations such as ambulatory care centers, health centers, or hospitals
• Knowledge of contracting, reimbursement methodologies (including cost-based, capitation, and risk-based models), and financial planning
• Strong organizational, leadership, and project management skills
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and lead teams effectively

Why Join Us

• Cornell Scott Hill Health Center offers a competitive and mission‑driven environment with outstanding benefits, including:
• Above‑market, competitive salaries
• Sign-on bonus available for eligible positions and qualified candidates
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short/Long‑Term Disability
• License reimbursement
• Eligibility for HRSA Loan Repayment Program may be available for qualified candidates
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility is available through qualifying employment
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) with up to 5% match

CS-HHC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.