Director of Finance

Job Title:Director of Finance

Location:Bakersfield, CA (Relocation Assistance)

Employment Type:Full-Time, Direct Hire, Exempt

Legacy Staffing is seeking an experienced and strategic
Director of Financeon behalf of a healthcare client. This senior leadership role is responsible for directing the organization's financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, payroll, purchasing, financial reporting, compliance, and long-range financial planning.

Healthcare finance experience is required, and
experience within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) environment is highly preferred.

• Provide leadership and oversight for all finance and accounting operations.
• Partner with executive leadership to develop short- and long-term financial strategies.
• Support organizational growth through effective business planning, budget development, and financial analysis.
• Participate in strategic planning initiatives and long-range financial forecasting.

• Oversee accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, collections, payroll oversight, banking, purchasing, and financial reporting.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures in accordance with GAAP standards.
• Monitor organizational cash flow and prepare cash projections.
• Safeguard organizational assets through strong internal controls.
• Prepare and review monthly financial reports and executive-level financial analyses.

• Direct annual budgeting processes in collaboration with department leaders.
• Monitor grants, contracts, and funding sources for financial compliance.
• Prepare required federal and state financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable accounting, healthcare, and regulatory requirements.

• Oversee revenue cycle controls and financial performance metrics.
• Monitor aging accounts and collection activities.
• Analyze reimbursement programs, medical cost data, and utilization trends.
• Develop strategic initiatives focused on cost containment, operational improvements, and revenue enhancement.

• Provide oversight of payroll and purchasing functions.
• Direct purchasing activities and vendor management processes.
• Review contracts and negotiate cost-saving opportunities where appropriate.
• Evaluate insurance programs and risk-management strategies.
• Collaborate with Human Resources regarding employee benefits and insurance programs.

• Lead, mentor, and develop finance department staff and managers.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and high performance.
• Facilitate operational improvements across departments through data-driven decision-making.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Minimum5 years of progressive experience as a Controller, Finance Director, or similar financial leadership role within a healthcare environment.
• Minimum5 years of supervisory and leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare accounting, revenue cycle management, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Experience with grants management and healthcare funding sources preferred.

• MBA preferred.
• CPA preferred.
• Experience with in an
  FQHC or community health center environment strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with federal healthcare programs, reporting requirements, and grant compliance.

• Advanced accounting and financial analysis expertise.
• Strong strategic planning and budgeting abilities.
• Exceptional leadership and team-development skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong presentation and executive reporting capabilities.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a finance leader who wants to make a meaningful impact within a mission-driven healthcare organization. The Director of Finance will play a key role in shaping financial strategy, improving operational performance, and supporting continued organizational growth.

Legacy Staffing is proud to connect experienced healthcare finance professionals with impactful leadership opportunities.