Chief Financial Officer - In office required Albany Georgia

About Company:

As one of the largest primary care practices in Southwest Georgia, Albany Area Primary Health Care (AAPHC) provides health care services to more than 54,000  patients and nearly 217,000 office visits per year. AAPHC is also one of the largest Community Health Centers in our region!  To learn more about Community Health Centers, and how this benefits Southwest Georgia.

At AAPHC, we strive to provide comprehensive, coordinated, and continuous care to all who access our services. Did you know that all qualifying medical offices operated by AAPHC are recognized as a Level III Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) by the National Center for Quality Assurance (NCQA)? NCQA offers three levels of PCMH recognition with Level III being the highest level.  As a Level III PCMH, AAPHC is committed to continuously raising the quality of care within our practices, while also lowering our patients health care costs.

Our health care teams are comprised of physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and nurse midwives. Assisting these providers are clinical staff members, laboratory personnel, and business office professionals.  

Our goal is to always provide access, and even expand access, to your provider so you always can reach AAPHC when you need us most!  When you visit an AAPHC office, you can trust that you'll be well cared for by our team.  Always.

About the Role:

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in the Health Care and Social Assistance industry is responsible for steering the financial strategy and operations of the organization to ensure sustainable growth and compliance with regulatory standards. This role demands a visionary leader who can integrate financial management with strategic planning to optimize organizational performance and profitability. The CFO will oversee financial risk management, develop strategic profit models, and ensure robust financial governance to support the organization's mission and long-term objectives. By collaborating closely with executive leadership and stakeholders, the CFO will drive cost management initiatives and maintain audit regulation awareness to uphold transparency and accountability. Ultimately, the CFO will be instrumental in shaping the financial health and operational success of the organization within the complex healthcare environment.

This is an in office position with possible 25% hybrid after complete transition. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive financial leadership experience, preferably within the healthcare or social assistance sector.
• Proven expertise in financial governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance specific to healthcare.
• Demonstrated ability in strategic planning, financial modeling, and organizational performance measurement.
• Strong executive presence with experience leading cross-functional teams and engaging with senior leadership.
• Financial Software efficiency (NetSuite, ADP, E-clinical, SAP, BI ect..)  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), Finance, or a related discipline.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), or equivalent professional certification.
• Experience working in a large, nonprofit complex healthcare organization or health system.
• Familiarity with healthcare reimbursement models, insurance regulations, and government healthcare programs.
• Proven track record of successful cost management and profit optimization initiatives in healthcare settings.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of financial strategies aligned with the organization's goals and healthcare industry standards.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to provide accurate and timely insights to the executive team and board of directors.
• Manage financial risk by identifying potential threats and implementing mitigation strategies to protect organizational assets.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare financial regulations, audit requirements, and governance policies to maintain organizational integrity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop strategic profit models and implement cost management initiatives that enhance operational efficiency.
• Monitor organizational performance metrics and provide actionable recommendations to improve financial outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with financial institutions, auditors, regulators, and other key stakeholders.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills:

The CFO will utilize executive presence and leadership skills daily to inspire confidence and guide the finance team and broader organization through complex financial landscapes. Strategic planning and execution skills are essential for developing long-term financial goals and translating them into actionable plans that align with healthcare industry dynamics. Analytical problem-solving abilities enable the CFO to interpret financial data, identify trends, and address challenges proactively. Developing strategic profit models and measuring organizational performance require a deep understanding of financial metrics and healthcare-specific cost drivers to optimize resource allocation. Managing financial risk and ensuring compliance with audit regulations demand vigilance and expertise to safeguard the organization's assets and reputation while maintaining transparency and accountability.