Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Confidential Executive Search | New York City

Shape the Financial Future of a Mission-Driven Healthcare Organization

Our client is a well-established, multi-site nonprofit healthcare organization serving diverse communities throughout New York City. Through an integrated network of behavioral health, primary care support services, housing, care management, and community-based programs, the organization delivers life-changing services to thousands of individuals each year.

As the organization continues to grow, it is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer to provide strategic financial leadership and partner closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Executive Leadership Team, and Board of Directors.

This is a unique opportunity for an accomplished healthcare finance executive who is passionate about mission-driven work and enjoys leading complex financial operations while helping shape organizational strategy.

About the Opportunity

The Chief Financial Officer is responsible for the overall financial leadership of the organization, overseeing accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, revenue cycle, grants management, compliance, risk management, and administrative operations.

Reporting directly to the CEO, the CFO serves as a trusted strategic advisor, ensuring the organization's long-term financial strength while supporting operational excellence and continued growth.

What You'll Do

Executive Leadership

Partner with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team on strategic planning and organizational growth.
Serve as the primary financial advisor to the CEO and Board of Directors.
Present financial reports, forecasts, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership and Board Committees.
Develop financial models, dashboards, and performance metrics that support informed decision-making.

Financial Management

Lead all aspects of finance, including:

Accounting Operations
General Ledger
Accounts Payable & Receivable
Payroll
Cash Flow Management
Banking & Investment Relationships
Financial Reporting
Internal Controls
Audit Preparation
Tax Filings

Revenue Cycle Leadership

Oversee the organization's healthcare revenue cycle, including:

Medicaid & Medicare Reimbursement
Commercial Insurance Billing
Claims Processing
Coding Compliance
Denial Management
Collections Optimization
Revenue Cycle Analytics

Budgeting & Financial Planning

Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process.
Develop long-range financial strategies that support organizational sustainability.
Monitor financial performance and provide recommendations to improve operational efficiency.
Ensure compliance with grant funding and government contracts.

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and healthcare regulations.
Oversee financial policies, internal controls, and enterprise risk management.
Manage organizational insurance programs.
Maintain compliance with government funding requirements and regulatory agencies.

Leadership

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Finance Department.
Foster collaboration across finance, operations, and program leadership.
Champion accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience
Senior finance leadership within a nonprofit healthcare, FQHC, behavioral health, or human services organization
Extensive experience with:
Government grants
Medicaid & Medicare reimbursement
Budgeting & forecasting
Financial reporting
Revenue cycle management
Board reporting
Demonstrated success leading complex financial operations
Outstanding communication and leadership skills

Preferred

CPA strongly preferred
MBA preferred
Experience working with multiple government funding sources and complex reimbursement models
Knowledge of nonprofit accounting systems and financial reporting platforms

The Ideal Leader

We're looking for a strategic executive who combines strong financial expertise with a collaborative leadership style. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable presenting to a Board of Directors, partnering with program leadership, and rolling up their sleeves to solve operational challenges.

You are:

A strategic thinker
A hands-on leader
An exceptional communicator
A trusted advisor
A builder of high-performing teams
Passionate about mission-driven healthcare

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Executive leadership role reporting directly to the CEO
Significant influence over organizational strategy and financial direction
Collaborative and mission-focused executive team
Opportunity to modernize financial systems and processes
Meaningful work that directly impacts the health and well-being of New York City communities
Competitive executive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

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