Chief Academic Officer jobs in Norwich, CT

Description

UCFS is looking for candidates who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others! We are currently seeking a full-time (40hr) Chief Financial Officer who oversees the organization’s financial planning, accounting, grants, and billing practices as well as its relationships with lending institutions, financial consultants, and insurance companies. Performs duties and responsibilities in accordance with regulatory requirements and ensures the UCFS’ compliance with those requirements. Supports fiscal sustainability of UCFS to meet its mission.

Essential Responsibilities :

Oversight & Leadership

• Develop and execute operational protocols to advance strategic goals for the Finance Department, including the analyses of business opportunities for the organization. Maintain knowledge of general economic, business, and financial conditions and their impact on the organization.
• Monitor the organization’s financial position and make recommendations for improving that position. Analyze and report on the financial impact of operational issues impacting the organization. 
• Serve as the Finance Department representative to the Senior Management Team, the liaison to the UCFS Board of Directors, and staff person for the Board Budget and Finance Committee and Audit Committee.
• Ensure policies and procedures are maintained to ensure compliance with applicable laws and accounting standards. Maintain the necessary software platforms and equipment required to perform the accounting, grants management, and billing functions for the organization. Ensure proficiency of self and staff in those systems.
• Represent UCFS through participation in community events with local stakeholders.

Accounting and Compliance

• Ensure the timely and accurate preparation and approval of the agency’s annual operating and capital budgets.
• Direct the preparation of routine periodic reports on financial performance of the organization in fulfillment of UCFS policy, regulations, and other requirements. Ensure that timely and accurate data is available to be used in short and long-term decision-making.
• Direct organizational procedures for procurement and purchasing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. 
• Ensure compliance with state and federal audit standards and submit annual audited financial reports per requirements. Prepare and submit timely cost reports.

Grants, Contracts, and Contributions

• Direct the timely submission of grant applications through the timely and accurate preparation of the budgets and other supporting financial documents. Ensure that grants, contracts, and contributions are monitored, accounted for, and expended in the manner specified by the source and in accordance with applicable laws.

Billing

• Oversee a dynamic billing unit to 1) ensure timely payment for billable services; 2) maximize revenue for the organization through efficient and innovative practices; 3) comply with UCFS policies and procedures, federal and state laws and regulations, and payer contracts; and 4) collaborate with internal stakeholders to support patient services.

Investments

• Coordinate with custodians and advisors to track and report the performance of UCFS endowment investment account, and ensure compliance with UCFS investment and spending policies, lender agreements, and contracts that pertain to UCFS investments.

Property & Casualty Insurance

• Monitor UCFS property lease agreements and tax obligations. File necessary documents. Ensure adequate insurance coverage is in place to protect the agency, its employees, board members, and assets. 

Why UCFS?

Be part of a team where you can advance your clinical skills, make vital connections, and become an advocate for your clients and the community. You will have opportunities to cultivate and enhance your clinical skills through individual and group supervision, in-house training, and outside training. Our team is passionate about the services we provide and is committed to making a difference, while striving to become more culturally competent and affirming each day.  At UCFS, a Federally Qualified Health Center, we specialize in integrated care which means having access to essential services to meet the complex needs of those we serve. We work collaboratively across programs at our agency to remove barriers and streamline access to services including behavioral health services, primary care, dental, case management and more.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration, plus 10 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in an executive or leadership role overseeing finance. Evidence of leadership positions of increasing scope and responsibility over the course one’s career.
• Experience in healthcare, non-profit, and/or federally qualified health center agency strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience meeting regulatory compliance requirements for finance, grants, billing, investments, and accounting. 
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office including advanced Excel skills. 
• Proficient use of organization-wide accounting software, preferably Acumatica, including purchasing module.
• Demonstrated skills using analytics, problem solving, and decision making to advance strategic goals. 
• Strong written and oral communication skills commensurate with a C-Suite position.
• Commitment to a leadership role in a diverse organization that values integrity, teamwork, dedication, transparency, diversity, equity, and inclusion. 
• Commitment to UCFS Mission 
• All employees at UCFS are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 

Preferred: 

• Familiarity with HR/Payroll systems such as Paylocity and Epic EHR and practice management system.
• Knowledge of federal grant reporting and payment management systems. 

UCFS offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Flexible schedules
• Competitive salaries
• Generous paid time off including 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays and 10 sick days each year
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with 6% employer contribution 
• Paid life and disability insurance

UCFS does not just welcome diversity, we celebrate it! We strive for diversity throughout our organization to reflect and represent the communities we serve. UCFS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. BIPOC candidates are encouraged to apply.