Assistant Chief Financial Officer – Carondelet St. Joseph’s Hospital

Conifer Health Solutions•Tucson, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Chief Financial Officer (ACFO) is responsible for safeguarding facility assets and ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial statements in accordance with GAAP. This role helps oversee compliance with financial policies, the effectiveness of internal controls, and overall financial governance. As a key member of the facility leadership team, the ACFO partners with the CFO, CEO and A-Team to develop and execute strategic and financial plans, while maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external regulatory bodies. The Assistant Chief Financial Officer collaborates with the Market Chief Financial Officer and assumes responsibility for the ongoing effective operation of the department by exerting a leadership role that supports the hospitals, mission, vision, goals and objectives while focusing on the patient, physicians, employees, volunteers and the community as customers. The Assistant Chief Financial Officer supports the continuous assessment, improvement, coordination and integration into the hospitals’ and market’s financial functions.

Requirements

5+ years of progressive financial leadership experience
Healthcare/hospital experience is required
Strong background in financial operations, planning, reimbursement, and capital management
Demonstrated success improving financial performance in complex environments
Experience with managed care contracting and regulatory compliance
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate complex data into clear insights
Collaborative leadership style with ability to influence across functions
High integrity, sound judgment, and strong communication skills
Proven ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting required (or Business degree with Accounting/Finance focus or a CPA)

Nice To Haves

MBA, MHA, and/or CPA strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Analyze daily operating results to ensure that revenues, expenses, and labor are within budgeted objectives; advise department heads and administration of needed changes and improvements
Drive productivity and length of stay (LOS) initiatives to optimize operational efficiency, resource utilization, and financial performance
Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and cash flow plans (including rolling forecasts)
Provide accurate, timely financial reporting and analysis
Maintain strong internal controls, financial systems, and recordkeeping
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, GAAP, and company policies
Promote ethical financial practices and audit readiness
Manage revenue cycle performance, including denials management, reimbursement, charge capture, and collections
Partner with stakeholders to improve financial and operational outcomes
Evaluate capital projects and business opportunities, assessing financial impact and ROI
Manage capital deployment in alignment with financial plans
Partner with executive leadership on strategic initiatives, growth opportunities, and financial planning
Analyze new business opportunities, including managed care contracts and program expansion
Deliver consistent financial performance, maintain strong controls, and adapt to market dynamics
Act as a trusted advisor to the CFO, contributing to growth, cost management, and long-term strategy
Translate complex financial concepts into actionable insights across all levels of the organization
Set clear financial targets, monitor performance, and drive accountability
Build and develop high-performing finance teams, ensuring strong succession pipelines