Associate CFO​/UKHC

Associate Chief Financial Officer (ACFO) – University of Kentucky

Position:
Associate CFO/UKHC – University of Kentucky College of Medicine

• Posting Number: RE55121
• Department: EVPHA Finance
• Location:
  
  Lexington, KY
• Grade: 18
• Salary Range: $156,062–294,861/year
• Type:
  Staff, Full‑time, Monday – Friday; 8 am – 5 pm
• Required
  
  Education:
  
  MA
• Required Experience:
  
  9 years
• Required License/Registration/Certification:
  None
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Sitting for periods of time
• Final date to receive applications: 08/16/2026

The Associate Chief Financial Officer (ACFO) at UK Health Care provides strategic financial leadership for the University of Kentucky College of Medicine. The ACFO partners with senior leaders to advance clinical care, education, research, and long‑term financial sustainability. Responsibilities include oversight of budgeting, financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and operational performance while guiding 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.

• 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, and risks.
• Ability to gain respect and confidence with professional peers.
• Management and leadership experience in healthcare.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and executive presence.
• 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. A Certified Public Accountant credential, and membership in or designation from a professional society such as HFMA, ACHE, or CPME are also preferred.

The University follows all applicable federal and state laws regarding equal opportunity and nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.