Strategic CFO for Mission-Driven Health Center

Health West Inc; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Health West Inc. seeks a seasoned Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead financial strategy, oversight, and sustainability for a mission‑driven CHC.

The role reports to the CEO and collaborates with the executive team to drive budgeting, forecasting, and compliance across GAAP, HRSA, and nonprofit requirements. The CFO will oversee accounting, payroll, revenue cycle, contracts, and procurement; manage audits; and build a robust FP&A function while fostering a transparent, collaborative, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• MBA preferred; CPA/CMA designation preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive financial leadership, with 5+ years in healthcare.
• Grant management experience (3+ years) and nonprofit oversight.
• IRS and nonprofit grant reporting familiarity is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with Health West’s mission and goals.
• Lead annual operating and capital budgeting processes with department heads.
• Oversee accounting, payroll, revenue cycle, contracts, and procurement.
• Ensure GAAP, HRSA, and grant compliance, audits, and IRS requirements.
• Build and mentor a high-performing finance team; promote transparency and accountability.
• Manage risk, insurance, internal controls, and financial systems improvements.
• Present updates and financial projections to the CEO, Board, and executives.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

GAAP compliance

Budgeting & forecasting

Regulatory compliance

Leadership & team development

Grant management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/related field

MBA (preferred)

CPA/CMA designation (preferred)

Tools

Sage Intacct

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Health West Inc. seeks a seasoned Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead financial strategy, oversight, and sustainability for a mission‑driven CHC.

The role reports to the CEO and collaborates with the executive team to drive budgeting, forecasting, and compliance across GAAP, HRSA, and nonprofit requirements. The CFO will oversee accounting, payroll, revenue cycle, contracts, and procurement; manage audits; and build a robust FP&A function while fostering a transparent, collaborative, and