What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Finance/Chief Financial Officer position at AmeriHealth Caritas?
Role Overview: The Director of Finance/Chief Financial Officer oversees all accounting and financial operations for the health plan or line of business, including audit coordination, financial planning, reporting, and budget management. This role ensures the integrity and efficiency of day-to-day financial activities and supports strategic financial decision-making.
Work Arrangement
Work Arrangement
- Hybrid - The associate must be in the office at least three (3) days per week at our Dublin, Ohio (OH) location.
- Lead the development and execution of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) in collaboration with Corporate Finance, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
- Monitor budget performance and ensure alignment with operational goals and financial targets.
- Partner with Corporate Finance to manage financial forecasts and updates to the strategic plan.
- Identify and implement cost containment strategies to support financial sustainability.
- Ensure the production of accurate, timely, and compliant financial reports per Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), government regulations, and applicable laws.
- Provide financial insights and ad hoc support to senior and middle management and corporate departments.
- Serve as the primary liaison with State Finance personnel for financial communications and reporting.
- May oversee site facilities operations and manage related staff.
- May supervise financial analysts and facility management specialists.
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial/cost accounting.
- 3 to 5 years of management experience.
- Experience working in Medicaid, managed care, or health insurance is required.
- Strong understanding of GAAP, treasury operations, corporate taxation, and legal financial principles.
- Experience in healthcare finance and familiarity with insurance reporting and regulatory requirements are highly preferred.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensure preferred.
- Proven analytical, financial planning, and strategic thinking.