M.L. Best Consulting Looking for SVP of Finance Operations and Chief Accounting Officer at Cleveland, OH Full Time

M.L. Best Consulting is proud to lead the search for a strategic SVP of Finance Operations/ Chief Accounting Officer for our client Metro Health System ,a premier $2B net revenue healthcare organization in Cleveland, OH. The ideal candidate for this SVP of Finance Operations/ Chief Accounting Officer position will provide executive leadership, operational oversight, strategy of all finance activity within the system. A successful candidate for this role would be adept at managing change at scale, a masterful diplomatic strategist and who has the ability to lead with influence across multiple facets of a multi-entity, large healthcare organization.

Responsibilities:

• Contributes to patient safety by supporting the System-wide programs and policies addressing a safe environment for patients and the reporting of safety concerns to the appropriate individuals.
• Provides leadership and participates in the ongoing development of the finance team.
• Reviews the monthly financial statement close process and financial statements and provides MetroHealth leadership with an understanding of results and trends that impact achievement of financial and operational goals.
• Provides financial leadership to the Position Justification Committee review process and FTE management.
• Ensures timely completion of internal and compliance audits and provides input and suggestions to audit plans to ensure appropriate scoping of all audits.
• Works with System finance leadership to coordinate the annual operating budget, including financial leadership for financial mitigation strategies at MetroHealth System.
• Partners with the COO and Physician Executive plus other leadership to identify capital priorities and execution in conjunction with the System.
• Partners with MetroHealth leadership in the development, review and management of strategic business plans and strategic financial planning in collaboration with the system planning function.
• Develops and implements budgeting and forecasting processes that support internal analysis and decision making and provide a standard of measurement so that actual financial performance can be evaluated. Developed the organization’s level of financial rigor and process.
• Establishes a culture, identity and sense of team that fosters exceptional service, creative problem solving and collaboration. Maintains a visible presence within the departments and throughout MetroHealth. Serves on various Health System committees.
• Develops necessary reporting-related systems and functionality, working with the Information Services department as needed.
• Develops internal reporting processes for reporting to management and Board of Trustees which includes business metrics, competitive information, and appropriate analysis to communicate an accurate understanding of the state of the company and its operations.
• Develops internal reporting processes for reporting to management and Board of Trustees which includes business metrics, competitive information, and appropriate analysis to communicate an accurate understanding of the state of the company and its operations.
• Develops internal reporting processes for reporting to management and Board of Trustees which includes business metrics, competitive information, and appropriate analysis to communicate an accurate understanding of the state of the company and its operations.
• Directs and coordinates the formation of financial programs to provide funding for new or continuing operations, to maximize returns on investments and to increase productivity.
• Reviews, interprets, analyzes, and communicates financial data and prepares financial reports for management and Board of Trustees.
• Acts as a staff assistant to EVP/Chief Financial Officer in the areas of project assignments, coordination, and delegation to other individuals in the finance division. Plans educational programs in financial management.
• Conduct financial feasibility reviews and presents recommendations to management regarding strategic opportunities.
• Acts as a liaison with outside consultants regarding financial planning matters.
• Participates in top management financial planning deliberation.
• Leads standardization initiatives and other System sponsored initiatives, as requested.
• Ensures optimal operating efficiency and effectiveness of assigned department functions by:
• Monitoring and evaluating operational efficiency and effectiveness, making changes as required.
• Overseeing financial management, monitoring expenses, and ensuring operations are within established limitations.
• Making or approving recommendations regarding employment, salary changes, promotions, and transfers. Prepares and conducts performance appraisals and oversees or initiates disciplinary action as appropriate.
• Providing guidance, assistance, and orientation to assigned staff.
• Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Financial, or Accounting.
• Ten years progressive experience in accounting or finance to include managerial accounting, healthcare financial management, medical group practice management, decision support systems, business planning, and mathematical analysis of business problems.
• Seven to ten years supervisory experience in an accounting/financial capacity.
• Ability to develop financial and other operational systems to accurately report and control System financial activities.
• Must understand and be able to make decisions regarding computer hardware and software capabilities.
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills and be able to communicate effectively with all levels of management and interpret and explain financial data to management and the Board of Trustees.
• Possesses a track record which demonstrates the ability to foster a cooperative work environment via a leadership/partnership style which is characterized by the following:
• establishing internal credibility with Senior Management and peer leaders;
• understanding day to day operations and add value to establishing business targets and metrics;
• prioritizing reporting and analysis objectives and provide discipline to the implementation and reporting process.
• A compelling background as a financial leader with a successive growth record who demonstrates the ability to compile, analyze, interpret, and present complex annual financial reports, statements and /or projections.
• A track record of success demonstrating the ability to drive initiatives and achieve goals within a matrix environment.
• The capacity for success in the matrix environment will also be complemented by a leadership style that includes effective collaboration, influencing and negotiating skills.

• Proven track record of leading large scale change within the accounting function within a large multi-facility health system

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in public health administration, in management accounting or finance.
• Certified Healthcare Financial Planner (CHFP), Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) or receive within 2 years.
• Understanding of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Standards

Key Systems

• Infor
• Tableau
• EPIC