What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief Financial Officer position at Delta Health?
If you are a collaborative financial leader looking to make a lasting impact in rural healthcare, we invite you to apply and be part of a team committed to Excellence, Every Patient, Every Time.
Delta Health is seeking a strategic, mission-driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to serve as a key member of the executive leadership team. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the financial future of a community-focused, rural healthcare organization while making a direct impact on access to care in Western Colorado.
Position Summary
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for the overall financial stewardship of the organization, including financial strategy, revenue cycle, budgeting, compliance, and long-term sustainability. The CFO partners closely with the CEO, executive team, and Board of Directors to drive financial performance, operational efficiency, and strategic growth.This role is ideal for a financially strong, operationally savvy leader who values purpose-driven work, community impact, and a collaborative leadership environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic financial leadership aligned with organizational goals
- Oversee all financial operations including: Accounting and financial reporting
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Revenue cycle and reimbursement strategy
- Cash flow and capital planning
- Lead development of long-range financial plans and sustainability strategies
- Partner with operational leaders to improve financial performance and productivity
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and regulatory requirements
- Present financial performance, forecasts, and key insights to executive leadership and Board of Directors
- Evaluate and support service line growth, expansion, and new program development
- Oversee financial risk management and internal controls
- Lead, mentor, and develop finance and revenue cycle teams
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of five years’ experience in financial/accounting roles, including leadership, within a healthcare environment.
- Demonstrated success in enhancing hospital profitability through ongoing cost monitoring, particularly staffing in relation to patient volume.
- At least five years of experience managing Business Office and Physician Billing operations to achieve cash collection targets and ensure accurate net revenue reporting.
- In-depth knowledge of hospital finance, reimbursement processes, and revenue cycle operations.
Preferred:
- CPA, MBA, or MHA
- Experience in a rural hospital, or community health system
- Familiarity with Colorado healthcare reimbursement and regulatory environment
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive executive salary (commensurate with experience)
- Sign-on and/or relocation assistance available
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
- Retirement plan with employer contribution
- Paid time off and executive leave structure
Why Join Delta Health?
- Mission-Driven Impact: Directly influence access to care in a rural community
- Executive Visibility: Partner closely with CEO and Board on strategy
- Broad Scope: Lead all financial operations with meaningful influence across the organization
- Lifestyle Advantage: No long commutes
- Access to world-class outdoor recreation (skiing, hiking, biking)
- Family-friendly, close-knit community
- Work-Life Balance: Executive role without metro-system burnout
Location: Delta, Colorado
- Located on Colorado’s Western Slope, Delta offers an exceptional quality of life with access to outdoor recreation, a welcoming community, and a lower cost of living compared to urban markets. This is an opportunity to build both a meaningful career and a fulfilling lifestyle.