Finance Manager

Gilbert Meher are partnered with a behavioral health in & outpatient service provider, specialising in addiction rehabilitation, seeking a Finance Manager.

The Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial management, with a strong focus on financial analysis. Additional responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, and team leadership. With a strong background in public accounting and extensive experience in financial modeling and analysis, the ideal candidate will play a crucial role in driving the financial success and growth of the orgnaisation.

Responsibilities:

Financial Strategy and Planning: Lead the development of financial strategies and long-term plans to support the organization's growth objectives, incorporating financial modeling and forecasting techniques. Regularly meets with site CEOs to guide their operations from a financial perspective.

Budgeting and Forecasting: Oversee the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasting activities, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and operational priorities.

Financial Modeling: Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to support strategic decision-making, scenario analysis, and resource allocation.

Strategic Analysis: Conduct in-depth financial analysis and performance evaluation to identify trends, opportunities, and risks, providing actionable insights to senior leadership.

Team Leadership and Management: Manage a small team of Financial Analysists, providing guidance, mentorship, and support in their professional development while ensuring the timely and accurate execution of financial processes. Also performs hands-on work where required.

Financial Reporting and Compliance: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards, overseeing the preparation of financial statements, reports, and disclosures.

Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Business Development, and Clinical Services to integrate financial considerations into strategic initiatives and decision-making processes.

Vendor Management: Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers related to finance and accounting functions, ensuring cost-effectiveness and service quality.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. MBA or relevant professional certification (e.g., CPA) strongly preferred.

Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting roles. Experience in public accounting preferred.

Extensive experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and strategic planning, preferably in the healthcare or related industry.

Proven track record of leadership and team management, with experience in directly managing finance professionals.

Strong analytical skills and ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights and recommendations.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with senior executives and stakeholders.

Proficiency in financial software and tools, with experience in ERP systems and advanced Excel modeling.

Ability to work on-site at one of our outpatient service centers ideally 5 days a week, with occasional travel to other sites as needed. Other site locations include MA, NJ, Carolinas, IL.