Director of Finance

Job Details:

Job Location:

Ashtabula Office - ASHTABULA, OH 44004, Position Type:
Full Time, Job Category:
Executive,

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

Executive

Full-Time;
Non-Bargaining Unit Job Classification

The Director of Finance is responsible for the overall management and leadership of the organization's financial operations. This role oversees budgeting, financial reporting, cash management, forecasting, reimbursement analysis, contract review, and financial compliance. The Director of Finance serves as a key member of the senior leadership team and provides strategic financial guidance to support organizational goals, growth initiatives, and long-term sustainability.

The position is responsible for developing and leading the finance team, ensuring accountability, staff development, effective communication, and operational excellence. The Director of Finance also supports strategic planning efforts by providing financial analysis and recommendations related to partnerships, acquisitions, mergers, investments, and other key business initiatives.

Chief Executive Officer and Board

Perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position in a safe, respectful, professional, and compassionate manner including, but not limited to:

• Develop and maintain timely, accurate annual budgets and financial reports, including appropriate allowances for contractual adjustments and bad debt reserves.
• Analyze financial statements, operational reports, and financial trends to support executive decision making.
• Manage cash flow and cash management strategies to optimize liquidity and investment earnings.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations regarding contractual agreements entered into by the organization.
• Develop, implement and enforce financial policies, procedures and internal controls to improve organizational effectiveness.
• Leads and coordinates internal and external financial audits, ensuring accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance.
• Continuously evaluate departmental operations and workflows to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Supervise, coach, mentor and evaluate staff, ensuring performance expectations are met and documented.
• Ensures effective communication of financial information throughout the organization.
• Provide strategic financial input and leadership on matters affecting the organization, including:
  • Strategic alliances
  • Acquisitions and mergers
  • Pension plans
  • Investment and capital planning
• Monitors and report progress on strategic and operational plan objectives
• Assists the CEO in serving as a liaison between CCA stakeholders, the general public, governmental agencies, public safety organizations, and contracted customers.
• Participate on CCA committees and special projects as requested

• Comprehensive knowledge of financial management principles, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Strong understanding of healthcare reimbursement systems and revenue cycle management.
• Advanced analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to transform organizational goals into actionable financial plans.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel financial modeling, report generation, and database management.
• Expertise in financial forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis and long-range financial planning
• Ability to work collaboratively with executive leadership, department managers, external partners and stakeholders.
• Commitment to organization compliance, ethics and shared values.
• Strong contract administration and negotiation skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal…