CFO

Provides executive financial leadership to the organization including planning, organizing, coordinating and directing all aspects of the Finance department. Leads FQHC financial strategy including PPS optimization, wrap reconciliation, and reimbursement maximization. Oversees HRSA Section 330 grant financial management and compliance.

Responsible for all aspects of Financial Management, which includes, but is not limited to: Reporting, Budgeting, Cash Management, Banking, Taxes, Regulatory Compliance, Revenue Cycle, and Internal Control.

• Self-awareness


• Optimism


• Provocativeness


• Flexibility


• Strategic thinking


• Problem solving


• Collaboration/ Partnership


• Accountability


• Commitment


• Communication


• Integrity


• Self-Awareness


• Self Esteem


• Decision Making


• Organizational Development


• Vision Setting

Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of Finance and Credentialing team. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Advanced knowledge of FQHC reimbursement including PPS, APGs, and NY Article 28, 31, 16 frameworks (DOH, OMH, OPWDD). Experience with financial systems modernization and BI tools.


• Knowledge of the principles and practices of health care administration, fiscal management and government regulations and reimbursements.


• Knowledge of revenue & reimbursement methodologies.


• Knowledge of the principles and practices of employee development sufficient to manage the department.


• Knowledge of computer systems, programs and applications.


• Skill in exercising a high degree of initiative, judgment and discretion.


• Skill in analyzing situations accurately and taking action.


• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.


• Skill in organizing work, delegating and achieving goals and objectives.


• Skill in exercising judgment and discretion in developing, interpreting and implementing departmental policies and procedures.


• Ability to plan, organize and integrate priorities and deadlines.


• Ability to identify, analyze and resolve financial problems.


• Ability to evaluate and make recommendations for continuous quality improvement.


• Ability to research, analyze, interpret complex data and present comprehensive reports.


• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing.

Masters degree in Finance, Accounting, Health Care Administration, Business Administration, or comparable field is required. CPA, CPC, COC, or similar certification is preferred. Minimum of ten years’ experience including seven years in a healthcare. FQHC experience strongly preferred.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with complex mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical complex problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Outlook, Excel), and financial software packages, i.e. Great Plains, eClinicalWorks, PayChex, UltiPro, Dynamics.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), or similar certifications.

Other Skills and Abilities

Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary for effective communication

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 

The employee must be able to travel between sites.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.