Financial Director

Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Director of Finance (DOF) to provide strategic and operational financial leadership within a hospital environment. This role will oversee the organization’s financial operations while partnering with executive leadership to drive financial performance, operational efficiency, and long-term growth initiatives.The Director of Finance will maintain responsibility across accounting, purchasing, revenue integrity, health information systems, and patient access functions. This position requires a hands-on leader who can balance strategic planning with day-to-day operational execution in a fast-paced healthcare setting.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial & Revenue LeadershipLead all aspects of financial management, revenue integrity, and hospital financial performance.Develop and maintain financial policies, internal controls, and operational procedures to safeguard organizational assets.Manage budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and financial modeling activities.Evaluate financial performance and provide recommendations to executive leadership.Direct month-end and year-end financial close processes and reporting activities.Oversee financial reporting systems and implement process improvements where needed.Lead revenue cycle optimization efforts including billing, collections, reimbursement, and patient accounting.Supervise accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, cash management, and financial analysis.Support capital planning initiatives and collaborate on long-term financial strategy.Maintain departmental reporting and statistical data for regulatory and leadership purposes.Purchasing & Materials ManagementProvide leadership and oversight of purchasing and materials management operations.Develop policies and procedures to improve purchasing efficiency and inventory utilization.Support supply chain initiatives and maintain operational continuity across departments.Assist with central supply planning and operational effectiveness.Operational LeadershipRecruit, develop, coach, and support departmental teams.Identify opportunities to improve productivity, operational performance, and employee engagement.Complete performance evaluations and support ongoing staff development.Build strong partnerships across physicians, leadership teams, and operational departments.Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, financial standards, and internal policies.Leadership & CollaborationEstablish strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Communicate financial performance and recommendations effectively across leadership groups.Drive strategic initiatives while balancing multiple competing priorities.Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and patient-focused care.QualificationsEducationBachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Healthcare Administration, or related field requiredMaster’s degree preferredCertificationsCPA, CMA, or related certification preferred but not requiredExperience7–10 years of progressive finance leadership experience within a hospital or healthcare environmentStrong knowledge of healthcare finance, revenue cycle operations, supply chain management, regulatory compliance, SOX, and GAAPExperience developing and managing large budgets and strategic initiativesDemonstrated leadership and team development experienceAdvanced Excel and financial systems expertise requiredStrong analytical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skillsExperience working with financial reporting, forecasting, and data analysisAdditional RequirementsAbility to maintain confidentiality of patient, financial, and operational informationAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentStrong decision-making and interpersonal skillsProfessional presence and ability to influence across all levels of the organization