Director of Finance

Lifepoint Health Careers; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Flexible-spending and health-savings

Competitive paid time off

Income-protection programs (life, etc)

Tuition reimbursement and 401(k)

Employee assistance program including

Professional development and growth

Job summary

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Northwest Arkansas in Rogers, Arkansas, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Director of Finance to oversee budgets, financial reporting, audits, and department efficiency across two inpatient rehabilitation hospitals.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, strong business mathematics, and the ability to interact with senior leadership. The role supports staff development and compliance within healthcare finance.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred; equivalent work experience may be substituted.
• Proficient in business mathematics and financial calculations.
• Strong communication with senior leadership.
• Experience with budgeting, financial reporting, and audits is valued.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budgeting, projections, accounts receivable, month-end close, and financial reporting.
• Develop and implement departmental goals and standards.
• Direct and evaluate departmental operations including IT systems, service levels, and complaints.
• Plan staffing activities including hiring, orientation, evaluation, and education.
• Prepare and monitor departmental budgets, ensuring targets are met.
• Coordinate and lead internal and external audits.
• Foster a professional environment supporting staff development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Business Mathematics

Computer Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Your experience matters

At Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Northwest Arkansas, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce who can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. In your role, you'll support those that are in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members. We believe that our collective efforts will shape a healthier future for the communities we serve.

How you'll contribute

The Director of Finance is responsible for overseeing all financial operations for two inpatient rehabilitation hospitals. This includes budget planning, financial reporting, audit management, and driving departmental efficiency aligned with organizational goals.

Essential Functions

• Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, projections, accounts receivable, month-end close, and financial reporting.
• Develop and implement departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with legal, ethical, clinical, and administrative requirements.
• Direct and evaluate departmental operations, including patient care support, IT systems, service levels, and complaint resolution.
• Plan and monitor staffing activities including hiring, orientation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and continuing education.
• Prepare, monitor, and evaluate departmental budgets, ensuring compliance with financial targets.
• Coordinate and lead internal and external audits.
• Create and foster a professional environment that supports staff development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

• Requires strong leadership in healthcare financial management, staffing, and compliance.
• Must be able to influence, negotiate, and communicate across departments and leadership levels.

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications and requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred; equivalent work experience may be substituted.

Skills:

• Business Mathematics: Proficient in calculations involving fractions, percentages, rates, and interpreting graphs.
• Computer Skills: Moderate proficiency in email, spreadsheets, word processing, and business software.
• Communication: Capable of handling complex communication and interacting with senior leadership.
• Problem Solving: Able to assess and solve varied and complex business challenges using precedent and judgment.

About Us
Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Northwest Arkansas is a 36-bed hospital located in Rogers, Arkansas, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Northwest Arkansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Northwest Arkansas is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.