Head of Value-Based Finance & Strategy

Upward Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Upward Health seeks a Vice President of Value-Based Finance to own financial performance for our risk-based model. This hands-on executive role reports to the CFO, leads FP&A, and shapes payer strategy, contract structure, and risk appetite across the organization.

You will partner with the CFO, the leadership team, and the Board to translate complex healthcare economics into actionable insights, supervise a small team of analysts, and drive data-driven decisions that balance growth, margin, and

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in value-based contracts and risk arrangements.
• Advanced financial modeling, scenario analysis, and forecasting.
• Experience supporting executive and Board-level decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Own value-based contract economics and profitability.
• Lead FP&A processes embedded in risk models.
• Provide actuarial-style financial analysis and data engagement.
• Develop and manage a small team of analysts.

Skills

Value-based care economics

Financial modeling

FP&A leadership

SQL

Data analysis

Executive communication

Strategic thinking

Team leadership

Job description

Upward Health seeks a Vice President of Value-Based Finance to own financial performance for our risk-based model. This hands-on executive role reports to the CFO, leads FP&A, and shapes payer strategy, contract structure, and risk appetite across the organization.

You will partner with the CFO, the leadership team, and the Board to translate complex healthcare economics into actionable insights, supervise a small team of analysts, and drive data-driven decisions that balance growth, margin, and