Market Assistant Chief Financial Officer- Desert Network Region

Conifer Health Solutions • Palm Springs, CA

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About The Position

The Market Assistant Chief Financial Officer (MACFO) helps safeguard facility assets and ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial statements in accordance with GAAP. The role supports compliance with financial policies, effective internal controls, and overall financial governance. As a member of the facility leadership team, the MACFO partners with the CFO, CEO, and A-Team to develop and execute strategic and financial plans and maintains relationships with internal stakeholders and external regulatory bodies.

In collaboration with the Market Chief Financial Officer, the MACFO supports the effective operation of the department and the hospitals’ mission, vision, goals, and objectives, with a focus on patients, physicians, employees, volunteers, and the community. The role also supports ongoing assessment, improvement, coordination, and integration of financial functions across the hospitals and market.

The position helps lead facility financial strategy, planning, and performance management, including identifying, mitigating, and communicating financial risks and opportunities. It works closely with corporate functions such as Accounting, Audit, Legal, Treasury, and IT to support alignment and operational effectiveness.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of progressive financial leadership experience.
• Healthcare or 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 and ability to translate complex data into clear insights.
• Collaborative leadership style and ability to influence across functions.
• High integrity, sound judgment, and strong communication skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting, or a Business degree with an Accounting/Finance focus, or a CPA.

Nice To Haves

• MBA, MHA, and/or CPA.

Responsibilities

• Analyze daily operating results to ensure revenues, expenses, and labor are within budgeted objectives, and advise department heads and administration of needed changes and improvements.
• Drive productivity and length-of-stay 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 and timely financial reporting and analysis.
• Maintain strong internal controls, financial systems, and recordkeeping.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, GAAP, and company policies, and 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 return on investment.
• 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.
• Translate complex financial concepts into actionable insights across organizational levels.
• Set clear financial targets, monitor performance, and drive accountability.
• Build and develop high-performing finance teams and ensure strong succession pipelines.

Benefits

• Position may be eligible for an annual incentive plan bonus of 10%-50%, depending on role level.
• Management-level positions may be eligible for sign-on and relocation bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior