Director of Finance/ Assistant Administrator

JACKSON COUNTY MEDICAL CARE FACILITY; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Life Insurance effective Day 1

Defined Benefit Pension plan after 8 years

Tuition Reimbursement up to $3,000 a year

Job summary

A healthcare organization located in Jackson, Michigan, is seeking a Director of Finance/Assistant Administrator to lead financial operations. The role requires a licensed Nursing Home Administrator and encompasses responsibilities such as overseeing payroll, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing financial leadership. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least five years of progressive experience in finance or healthcare administration.

Qualifications

• Licensed Nursing Home Administrator in Michigan is required.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience in finance or healthcare administration.
• Experience working in a long-term care setting is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and monitoring of annual operating and capital budgets.
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll administration for 300+ employees.
• Provide accurate financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis for the Administrator and Board.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Payroll administration

Financial reporting

Compliance knowledge

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Health Administration, or related field

Master’s degree, CPA, or advanced healthcare certification

Job description

Director of Finance/ Assistant Administrator

Jackson County Medical Care Facility is a 194-bed, Eden Alternative-certified home where residents, family members, and Care Partners are actively involved in their care decisions and lifestyle choices, creating a supportive home environment. JCMCF was recognized as one of the top 400 nursing homes in the United States in Newsweek's Best Nursing Homes rankings for 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024, ranking in the top 10 each year! Most recently, JCMCF has been recognized as a Bronze Quality Award winner by the American Health Care Association (AHCA)!

We are currently looking for a motivated and experienced leader to join our leadership team as the Finance Director / Assistant Administrator. This dual role requires a licensed Nursing Home Administrator in the State of Michigan. The successful candidate will provide strategic financial leadership, oversee payroll, accurately account for all banking transactions, with regular preparation and reconciliation of bank statements, as well as support daily facility operations as a licensed Assistant Administrator.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and monitoring of annual operating and capital budgets.
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll administration for 300+ employees, including compliance with wage rules, attendance integration, and adjustments.
• Provide accurate financial reporting, forecasting, and analysis for the Administrator and Board of Directors.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local financial regulations, as well as Medicaid cost-reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with department leaders to align financial performance with quality resident outcomes.
• Support survey readiness, compliance initiatives, and culture-building efforts.
• Serve as licensed Assistant Administrator, authorized to act as Administrator in the CEO’s absence.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Life Insurance effective Day 1!
• Defined Benefit Pension plan after 8 years of service (Over a $150,000 value over a lifetime).
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $3,000 a year for approved courses after 6 months of service.
• Paid Time Off (based on full-time status, part-time receives 50%).
• Insurance products (available for full and part-time Care Partners):
• Medical Insurance: ASR using the HAP PPO network
• Dental Insurance: Ameritas
• Vision: Ameritas through VSP
• $30,000 Life Insurance policy through SunLife (no cost to Care Partner)
• Short-Term Disability after 1 year through SunLife (no cost to Care Partner)
• Supplemental Insurance options through Colonial Life Insurance
• Additional Retirement Savings Program

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Nursing Home Administrator in Michigan (required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Health Administration, or related field required (Master’s degree, CPA, or advanced healthcare certification preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience in finance or healthcare administration.
• Proven experience managing payroll systems and ensuring wage compliance.
• Strong knowledge of Medicaid/Medicare reimbursement, healthcare compliance, and financial reporting.
• Desire to continue to build skillset and grow beyond current capabilities.
• Experience working in a long-term care setting required.

Jackson County Medical Care Facility is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.