Transformation Finance Director

Acentra Health; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Director of Finance Transformation, where your expertise will drive strategic initiatives and enhance financial performance. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence decision-making at the executive level while working closely with senior leaders. You'll be responsible for leading financial analysis, validating efficiencies, and presenting actionable insights that align with the company's mission to improve health outcomes. If you're passionate about finance and want to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Plans

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings

Corporate Wellness

Educational Assistance

Corporate Discounts

Qualifications

• 10+ years in financial analysis, FP&A, or corporate finance, preferably in healthcare.
• Strong background in ROI modeling and efficiency validation.
• Exceptional ability to challenge financial assumptions.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting for transformation initiatives aligned with company goals.
• Develop ROI models and cost-benefit assessments for major decisions.
• Collaborate with senior executives for financial planning and insights.

Skills

Financial Analysis

ROI Modeling

Efficiency Tracking

Executive-Level Communication

Strategic Decision-Making

Education

MBA

CFA

CPA

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Costpoint

Oracle EPM

Job description

Company Overview

Acentra Health exists to empower better health outcomes through technology, services, and clinical expertise. Our mission is to innovate health solutions that deliver maximum value and impact.

Lead the Way is our rallying cry at Acentra Health. Think of it as an open invitation to embrace the mission of the company; to actively engage in problem-solving; and to take ownership of your work every day. Acentra Health offers you unparalleled opportunities. In fact, you have all you need to take charge of your career and accelerate better outcomes - making this a great time to join our team of passionate individuals dedicated to being a vital partner for health solutions in the public sector.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Acentra Health is looking for a Director of Finance Transformation to join our growing team.

Job Summary:

Acentra Health is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Finance Director to serve as the financial owner for strategic initiatives and transformation efforts. This role will be responsible for evaluating financial impacts, scrutinizing efficiency, and synergy claims, and ensuring that transformation initiatives align with the company's financial and strategic objectives.

Reporting directly to the SVP of Corporate Finance, the Finance Director will work closely with the Chief Transformation Officer and other senior executives to drive fact-based decision-making and ROI-driven execution. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, independent, and experienced in executive-level communications.

Responsibilities:

• • Financial Leadership on Strategic Initiatives: Serve as the financial reporting and analysis owner for transformation and full potential analysis efforts, ensuring alignment with the company's financial goals.
  • Efficiency & Synergy Validation: Scrutinize, validate, and challenge claimed efficiencies, synergies, and financial assumptions behind transformation initiatives.
  • ROI & Scenario Analysis: Develop and present ROI models, sensitivity analyses, and cost-benefit assessments for major business decisions.
  • Executive-Level Engagement: Partner with the Chief Transformations Officer CFO, and other senior executives to support financial planning and decision-making.
  • Independent Decision-Making: Operate with a high degree of autonomy, making informed financial recommendations that drive strategic execution.
  • Financial Review of Business Cases: Assess business cases for financial soundness, feasibility, and realism to ensure alignment with strategic and financial objectives.
  • Reporting & Insights: Deliver clear and concise financial reporting, including performance tracking, variance analysis, and risk assessments related to transformation initiatives.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with finance, operations, technology, and business line leaders to drive accountability and transparency on financial outcomes.
  • Read, understand, and adhere to all corporate policies including policies related to HIPAA and its Privacy and Security Rules.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, corporate finance, or strategy consulting, preferably within healthcare, technology, or private equity-backed companies.

• Strong background in ROI modeling, synergy validation, and efficiency tracking.
• Exceptional ability to question, challenge, and validate financial assumptions and business cases.
• Big 4 audit experience is a plus, particularly in financial due diligence and assurance.
• Proven ability to work independently at a senior level, providing executive-ready insights
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights for non-financial executives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working directly with C-suite and senior leadership teams.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (financial modeling), data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau), and ERP/financial systems (e.g., Costpoint, Oracle EPM).
• Experience with Maestro highly desired.
• Experience with Costpoint highly desired.
• MBA, CFA, or CPA preferred but not required.

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Why us?

We are a team of experienced and caring leaders, clinicians, pioneering technologists, and industry professionals who come together to redefine expectations for the healthcare industry. State and federal healthcare agencies, providers, and employers turn to us as their vital partner to ensure better healthcare and improve health outcomes.

We do this through our people.

You will have meaningful work that genuinely improves people's lives across the country. We are a company that cares about our employees, and we give you the tools and encouragement you need to achieve the finest work of your career.

Benefits

Benefits are a key component of your rewards package. Our benefits are designed to provide you with additional protection, security, and support for both your career and your life away from work. Our benefits include comprehensive health plans, paid time off, retirement savings, corporate wellness, educational assistance, corporate discounts, and more.

Thank You!

We know your time is valuable and we thank you for applying for this position. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those who are chosen to advance in our interview process will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your interest in Acentra Health and invite you to apply to future openings that may be of interest. Best of luck in your search!

Visit us at Acentra.com/careers/

EEO AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Acentra Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is listed below.

"Based on our compensation philosophy, an applicant's position placement in the pay range will depend on various considerations, such as years of applicable experience and skill level."

Pay Range

Up to USD $173,400.00/Yr.