Senior Director of Finance - Nashville Hybrid​/Remote

Senior Director of Finance - Nashville Hybrid / Remote Surrounding areas

We’re looking for a Senior Director of Finance to join our team at Surgery Partners, Inc.

• Hybrid for candidates in Nashville and surrounding areas.
• Remote option available for candidates outside of surrounding areas.

The Senior Director of Finance is a strategic finance leader responsible for driving financial performance, strategic planning, and operational excellence across the organization’s healthcare portfolio. The Senior Director partners with executive leadership, clinical operations, and corporate functions to deliver actionable financial insights, ensure compliance, and guide data‑driven decisions that enhance profitability, efficiency, and long‑term growth. To succeed in this role, the individual must have a proven ability to influence broadly across all aspects of the organization (both internally and externally) and create deep, trusted relationships.

• Strategic Leadership & Financial Oversight
  • Provide strategic financial counsel to senior and executive leaders, supporting business growth, operational initiatives, and investment decisions.
  • Drive financial strategies that optimize resource allocation, margin improvement, and return on investment.
  • Collaborate with senior leaders cross‑functionally to execute interconnected imperatives, coordinating among corporate leaders (IT, Revenue Cycle, Accounting, etc.) at the enterprise and facility levels.
  • Conduct research, analyze data, and provide recommendations to drive decision‑making processes or project movement.
• Operational & Analytical Excellence
  • Develop robust financial models to evaluate capital projects, service line profitability, and business development opportunities.
  • Monitor and interpret key financial and operational metrics (KPIs) to identify risks, trends, and performance opportunities.
  • Oversee the preparation of management reports, dashboards, and board presentations summarizing financial performance and strategic insights.
  • Serve as liaison between various internal and external stakeholders; provide executive summaries to the executive team as necessary.
  • Lead large‑scale complex initiatives by working effectively with cross‑functional teams; identify areas of improvement, secure buy‑in, and implement change management initiatives.
• Governance & Compliance
  • Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement and healthcare financial reporting standards.
  • Support internal and external audits, ensuring adherence to GAAP, internal controls, and corporate governance policies.
  • Champion process improvements and financial system enhancements to strengthen accuracy, scalability, and control.
• Leadership & Team Development
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing finance team that supports both corporate and operational finance functions.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Partner with senior HR and executive teams to design and align financial strategies that support talent investment and organizational growth.

• Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration required.
  • Master’s degree (MBA, MHA) or CPA designation strongly preferred.
• Experience
  • 10+ years of progressive finance experience, including 5+ years in a senior finance leadership role within the healthcare industry.
  • Proven track record in strategic financial planning, operational analysis, and executive‑level reporting.
  • Strong understanding of healthcare reimbursement, payer contracts, cost structures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Demonstrated success leading cross‑functional financial initiatives across complex, multi‑entity organizations.
• Skills & Competencies
  • Exceptional strategic, analytical, and problem‑solving capabilities.
  • Advanced proficiency in financial systems, ERP platforms, and data analytics tools.
  • Outstanding communication, presentation, and executive influence skills.
  • Ability to balance strategic vision with hands‑on execution in a fast‑paced, matrixed environment.
• Preferred Attributes
  • Experience in hospital…