Finance Director

Finance Director

About Us

Founded in 1913, Cornerstone Visiting Nurse Association is an independent nonprofit home, health and hospice organization serving New Hampshire and Maine.

Cornerstone VNA places great value on transforming the home health care experience and is proud to provide care for all ages, from birth though end of life. We are committed to the philosophy that the needs of each patient are best served by the thoughtful integration of specialized programs and services delivered by a multidisciplinary team of professionals. With our deep commitment to providing high quality care, Cornerstone VNA continues to be recognized for excellence, and many of our clinicians have been recognized with professional awards for their outstanding achievements.

Our work would not be possible without our dedicated clinicians, support staff, volunteers, leadership team, Board of Directors, community members and donors who give in countless ways to make this organization what it is today.

Job Description:

Provides leadership in the development of short and long-term strategic financial objectives. Ensure credibility of finance staff by providing timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial trends, and forecasts. Take hands-on leadership role for implementing and maintaining evaluation of financial statements. Directs and oversees all aspects of the finance and accounting functions of the organization. Evaluates and advises on the impact of long-range planning, introduction of new programs/ strategies, and regulatory action. Establishes and maintains strong relationships with senior executives so as to identify their needs and seek full range of business solutions. Provides executive management with advice on the financial implications of business activities. Provides recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities. Establishes and oversees policies and procedures for internal audit. Monitor and/or conduct internal audits and assess Corporate Compliance Standards as it relates to accounting and financial compilation. Monitors investment activities. Monitors the administration of established procedures pertaining to accounting, auditing, the budget, the preparation and payment of payrolls and accounts receivable. Ensures effective internal controls are in place and functional and ensures compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting. Develop knowledge of regulations, accounting guidelines, and other technical areas related to the accounting, financial compilation, cost report, and audit processes through seminars, publications and associations with peers in the industry. Understanding of the financial and accounting needs and requirements of home health care, hospice, palliative care, and personal care. Strong problem solving, creativity, and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses. High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results- orientation. Represent the agency, management team, and the Board of Directors/Governing Body in a positive, professional, trustworthy, and forthcoming manner. Adheres to and upholds all regulations and recommendations of the Department of Health, Department of Public Welfare, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and any other applicable governing entities. Provides leadership to the directors and managers in improving efficiency and effectiveness of the budget and institutes guidelines, methodologies, financial policies and regulations to include; directing financial activities, cost reporting, contracts, procurement, budget monitoring and planning. Ensures budget priorities are met without compromising standards of sound fiscal management. Monitors compliance with policies relating to receipt of revenue, disbursement of funds, and safeguarding of assets for the Agency. Be proactive in monitoring and assessing the delivery of healthcare service programs by maintaining a fiscally sound operation which continues to respond to the needs of both patients and the community at large. Utilizing current software applications, maintains an accrual accounting system including accounts payable, payroll, general ledger and accounts receivable. Serves as one of the administrators of the 403-B retirement account, oversees preparation of management auditing including ERISA audits. Prepares necessary material for outside auditor to complete annual end-of-year audit and additional audits as needed. Reviews and posts monthly financials, as well as program statements, dashboards, cost reports and cost per visit information, with supporting documentation. Serves as a resource to the Chief Executive Officer, Vice President of Operations and overall agency including Board Members. Oversees and manages third party payor contracts. Reviews all bank accounts and bank statement reconciliations. Reviews, analyzes and prepares all other contracts prior to CEO review and signature. Serves as primary person for the financial information needed in completing grant applications, town funding requests or other documentation as needed. Preparation of agency insurance applications and monitors coverage and policies in conjunction with the Chief Executive Officer. Assists in development and evaluation of wage and salary administration program. Has signature authority of contracts in Chief Executive Officer absence in collaboration with Vice President of Operations. Works closely with Vice President of Operations on organizational metrics, sharing data and providing financial input. Advises Chief Executive Officer on cost-effectiveness of all employee benefit plans and impact on budget. Provides financial information to the Board of Directors as needed. Closely involved with technology expenditures. Planning and organizing with Vice President of Operations, IT Manager and Program Support Director. Supervises payroll functions. Verifies accuracy and timeliness of payroll data, payroll taxes, tax reporting and payables and ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Resource for HR with completion of wage and benefits surveys and other statistical information as needed. Familiar with labor/payroll laws and laws pertaining to the Affordable Care Act. Fulfills additional performance responsibilities as assigned and as necessary; accurately and in a timely fashion, as assigned by Chief Executive Officer.

Qualifications:

• Experience in a senior financial-management role, partnering with executive staff, resulting in the development and implementation of creative financial management strategies.
• Significant experience in or knowledge of nonprofit accounting, including sophisticated fund and grant accounting, compliance, and reporting.
• Deep knowledge and understanding of the Office of Management and Budget Circular A133 audit.
• Experience working with information technology staff to manage finance and accounting software packages.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical and abstract reasoning skills, plus excellent organization skills.

Requirements:

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or other related field; Masters degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• A minimum of five years' experience as a CFO or equivalent, preferably in a non profit organization with a budget of at least $10 million
• Experience with federal, state and private grants management
• Experience with regulatory accounting

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Life Insurance/STD, covered in full for employee
• On-going education/training
• Generous earned time benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• AAA Basic Coverage, free for employee
• Mileage Reimbursement, government rate
• Exceptional and supportive work environment
• 403(B) with employer matching

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