Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Forward Leading IPA (FLIPA)
Remote Executive Leadership Opportunity | New York State Residency Required
Salary: $140,000 - $175,000
Join a mission-driven executive team and play a pivotal role in driving financial excellence, sustainable growth, and healthcare transformation across New York.
Lead Strategy. Drive Impact. Shape the Future of Healthcare.
Forward Leading IPA (FLIPA) is seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our Executive Leadership Team. This is a unique opportunity for a strategic finance leader who wants more than a traditional corporate finance role
At FLIPA, you will serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and help guide a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving healthcare access and outcomes for underserved communities throughout Upstate New York. FLIPA is a nonprofit independent practice association that partners with Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), behavioral health providers, community-based organizations, and public health agencies to advance integrated care and health equity.
Why Join FLIPA?
✅ Executive partnership with the CEO
✅ Direct interaction with the Board of Directors
✅ Ability to influence organizational strategy and growth
✅ Meaningful mission-driven work improving community health
✅ Broad authority and executive visibility
✅ Agile, collaborative leadership team
✅ Opportunity to build, strengthen, and modernize systems
✅ Remote work environment with periodic in-person leadership meetings
The Opportunity
As CFO, you will provide strategic leadership and oversight for all financial operations, including:
- Financial planning and analysis
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Accounting and internal controls
- Grant financial management
- Revenue cycle and reimbursement oversight
- Contracting and value-based payment arrangements
- Investment and cash management
- Audit and regulatory compliance
- Enterprise risk management
You will play a critical role in ensuring FLIPA's long-term financial sustainability while supporting organizational growth, innovation, and operational excellence.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will bring:
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or related field
- 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience
- 5+ years in a senior leadership role overseeing finance and accounting functions
- Experience working with nonprofit organizations and grant funding
- Experience presenting to and partnering with Boards of Directors
- Strong financial strategy, forecasting, and analytical skills
- Healthcare finance experience strongly preferred
- CPA, MBA, MHA, or related advanced degree preferred
- Experience with IPAs, FQHCs, ACOs, Medicaid, value-based care, or healthcare reimbursement required
What Success Looks Like
You are a finance executive who:
- Thinks strategically while executing effectively
- Builds trust with leadership and external partners
- Strengthens financial systems and processes
- Uses data to drive decisions
- Thrives in fast-paced, mission-driven environments
- Is passionate about creating healthier communities
Benefits & Perks
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- HSA and FSA options
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Remote work flexibility
- Executive leadership development opportunities
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're looking for an executive leadership role where your financial expertise can directly influence strategy, drive innovation, and improve lives, we encourage you to apply.
