Associate CFO​/UKHC

Job Summary

The Associate Chief Financial Officer, UK Health Care, is a key executive leader supporting the University of Kentucky College of Medicine. This role provides strategic financial leadership for a complex, mission‑driven academic medical center, partnering with senior leaders to advance clinical care, education, research, and long‑term financial sustainability. The ACFO oversees budgeting, financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and operational performance while helping guide major strategic initiatives and investments.

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for the College of Medicine.
• Partner with executive leaders to support strategic decision-making and resource allocation.
• Drive financial performance, operational efficiency, and long‑range planning initiatives.
• Develop financial analytics and performance measures to support organizational goals.
• Lead and develop finance teams while fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.

This is a rare opportunity to influence the future of one of the nation’s leading academic health systems. The ACFO will work alongside distinguished healthcare, academic, and research leaders while helping shape the financial strategy of an organization committed to innovation, growth, and improving the health of Kentuckians.

• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in finance, accounting (including GAAP), internal controls, and reimbursement in an integrated healthcare environment, preferably in an academic medical center.
• Deep understanding of the healthcare industry, trends, issues, risks, etc.
• Ability to gain respect and confidence with professional peers.
• Management & leadership experience in healthcare.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and executive presence.
• Must possess high ethical standards with ability to build teams and relationships with results orientation and commitment to staff development.

A Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Hospital Administration, Accounting, Finance or a closely related field is ideal. Certified Public Accountant preferred. Membership in and designation from a professional society such as HFMA, ACHE and/or CPME is also preferred.

Yes

08/16/2026

None

Sitting for periods of time.

Monday – Friday; 8am – 5pm

The University follows all applicable federal and state laws regarding equal opportunity and nondiscrimination. The University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

• How many years of healthcare finance leadership experience do you have?
  • None
  • More than 0, up through 3 years
  • More than 3 year, up through 5 years
  • More than 5 years, up through 10 years
  • More than 10 years, up through 15 years
  • More than 15 years