Director of Finance - Hospice of the Western Reserve

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Manages the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary to produce and distribute monthly financial reports in accordance with GAAP and the organization’s accounting policies. • Ensures general accounting, payroll, procurement and contracting procedures are in accordance with evolving regulations, legal requirements, industry trends and organizational policies. • Manages the preparation and annual filing of 990 tax returns and Cost Reports. • Oversees the preparation of the annual operating and capital budgets. • Coordinates the year-end closing activities and annual external audit. • Develops financial models & proformas for new business ventures. • Maintains internal controls and procedures to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data. • Facilitates team meetings and the continuous development and education of the general accounting, accounts payable, payroll services, and procurement and contracting staff. • Oversees the continuous development and maintenance of written procedures for all areas of responsibility. • Ensures vendors and ancillary providers are providing quality, costeffective products and services. • Maintains a good working relationship with the Director of Revenue Cycle. • Establishes and maintains effective business relationships with vendors, ancillary providers, independent auditors and regulators, professional trade groups and other hospices. • Manages banking and investment activities for operating and investment accounts. • Serves as a resource to the Management Team and staff in the absence of the Chief Financial Officer. • Serves as a secondary liaison to the Audit and Finance Committees of the Board of Directors, including attendance at, and preparation of information for their meetings. • Performs identified back-up functions for assigned Team Leaders and staff. • Completes special assignments/projects as assigned. MANAGEMENT • Recruits, orients, trains, evaluates and monitors the on-the-job performance of assigned team leaders and staff. • Serves as a resource to the Management Team and staff in the absence of the Chief Financial Officer. QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, EXPERTISE AND KNOWLEDGE • High School Diploma or equivalent • Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or finance • Five (5) years’ experience in accounting, accounts payable, payroll, purchasing, and contract negotiations • Five (5) years’ managerial or supervisory experience • Three to five years’ experience in the health care field is preferred • CPA certificate preferred • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook • Must be detail oriented and be able to work in fast pace environment • Must demonstrate strong customer service and communication skills • Flexible to work both independently and in a team environment DIRECTOR OF FINANCE SUMMARY: Responsible for the planning, directing, coordinating and managing the day-to-day operational functions of the general accounting, accounts payable, payroll services, financial analytics and procurement & contracting areas of the Financial Services Team. TEAM: FINANCE BUSINESS UNIT: FINANCE REPORTS TO: CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER FLSA: EXEMPT EMPLOYMENT STATUS: FULL-TIME EFFECTIVE DATE 5/16/2021 OUR VALUES: COMPASSION. EXCELLENCE. QUALITY. INTEGRITY. SERVICE. STEWARDSHIP. HWR | DIRECTOR OF FINANCE JOB DESCRIPTION 2021 • Strong competency with planning, follow-up and organizational skills • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists CULTURAL COMPETENCIES • Embody compassion, excellence, quality, integrity, service and stewardship in all you do as an HWR Team Member. • Live Brand Culture and Values at every opportunity. • Promote covenants internally. • Lead by example with respect, integrity and ethics. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Position requires mostly sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to ten (10) pounds of force occasionally and some light work and lifting requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds occasionally; work requires sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, standing, fingering, grasping and repetitive motions; vocal communication; hearing, and visual acuity. Employee is not subject to adverse environmental conditions. OTHER DUTIES as assigned Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. COVENANTS 1. We agree to uphold and support the mission and philosophy of the Hospice on all matters. 2. We commit to honest dialogue with our team members and our organization. 3. We make choices based on our mission and needs. 4. We acknowledge that a conflict is an opportunity for growth, and we agree to resolve our conflicts in a caring way. 5. We honor the values and contributions of each team member for the success of the whole. 6. We understand that each complaint contains a request, and we agree to present this request to th3e appropriate person for feedback. 7. We agree to assume responsibility for our role and accountability for our performance. 8. We agree to take responsibility for our own feeling and well-being. 9. We agree to respect and accept all cultural differences. WORK AUTHORIZATION Evidence of work authorization upon employment is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Completion of USCIS form I-9 will be required to verify employment eligibility within 3 business days of the first day of employment. AAP/EEO STATEMENT HWR provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HWR complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. HWR expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of HWR’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.