Job Details

Description

At Jefferson Center, it is our policy and our mission to be inclusive and mindful of the diversity of everyone who comes through our doors. We are passionate about building a community where mental health matters and equitable care is accessible to all races, ethnicities, abilities, socioeconomic statuses, ages, sexual orientations, gender expressions, religions, cultures, and languages.

The Deputy Chief Financial Officer (DCFO) is a senior financial leader and strategic partner to the CFO, responsible for ensuring operational excellence, financial discipline, and compliance across all finance functions. This succession-ready role provides day-to-day leadership of financial operations and assumes full CFO responsibilities in their absence. The DCFO drives accurate reporting, proactive risk management, and data-informed decision-making within a complex Medicaid-driven, nonprofit healthcare environment. This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and manages the finance leaders and key staff. Colorado residency preferred; applicants living outside of Colorado will be considered for remote work with occasional travel to CO required.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA strongly preferred)
8–10 years of progressive financial leadership experience
Experience in nonprofit healthcare or behavioral health preferred; Medicaid-funded environments strongly preferred
Demonstrated success managing audits, budgets, and complex financial operations

Preferred Experience

Community Mental Health Center or behavioral health provider experience
Multi-payer reimbursement models (Medicaid, grants, contracts)
Board-governed nonprofit organizations
Leading finance teams through growth or transformation

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Partner with CFO and CEO on long-range financial planning, scenario modeling, and sustainability analysis
Lead multi-year financial planning, forecasting, and capital/resource allocation
Advise executive leadership on financial performance, risk, and growth opportunities
Support board and finance committee reporting and presentations

Financial Operations & Compliance

Oversee day-to-day finance operations, including monthly close, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, accounts payable, payroll, and revenue cycle
Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP/GASB, Medicaid and payer requirements, grant terms, and nonprofit accounting standards
Develop and enforce accounting policies and procedures for timely, accurate reporting
Drive continuous improvement in financial systems and workflows

Financial Reporting & Audit

Direct preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Ensure consistent, on-time delivery of financial reports and board materials
Lead audit preparation and serve as liaison with external auditors

Risk Management

Oversee enterprise risk, insurance programs, and workers’ compensation
Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks

Team Leadership & Development

Manage finance leaders and key staff; set goals and performance expectations
Build a high-performing, accountable finance team and develop succession capacity
Champion a culture of equity, transparency, and continuous improvement

Succession Readiness & Acting CFO Capacity

Serve as acting CFO when needed, including board presentations and external stakeholder engagement
Demonstrate readiness for CFO transition through formal development planning

Core Competencies & Leadership Attributes

Financial Reporting Excellence, Internal Controls & Compliance, Budgeting & Forecasting, Risk Management, Treasury & Cash Management, ERP/GL governance
Integrity & Transparency, Empathy & Respect, Accountability & Clarity, Collaborative Orientation, Adaptability & Learning Mindset

Performance Measures (First 12–18 Months)

On-time, accurate monthly close and board reporting
Improved financial predictability and forecasting accuracy
Clean audit outcomes with minimal adjustments
Effective revenue cycle management and outcomes
Demonstrated readiness for expanded CFO responsibilities

Values Alignment

The DCFO is expected to embody the organization’s commitment to:

Mission-driven service
Equity and access to care
Fiscal stewardship of public and philanthropic resources
Transparency, accountability, and collaboration

Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

Salary Range - $160,000 to $193,400*

Additional Salary Information*:

The salary range above is based on 1.0 FTE (full time equivalent) or 40 hours per week. Less than 40 hours/week will be prorated and adjusted to the appropriate FTE.
Salaries at Jefferson Center are calculated based on education level, licensure, years of experience, and internal equity amongst current JCMH staff.

Application Deadline: 02/xx/2026. Review of applications will begin immediately.

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