Seasoned Chief Financial Officer focused on helping companies accomplish missions and drive growth. Expansion-minded professional versed in navigating complex financial challenges.
• Same duties as CFO at Fairfax Behavioral Health as Fairfax is owned by Universal Healthcare Services.
• The job was an interim position at a UHS owned facility until such time the position was permanently filled and the new CFO was fully oriented.
• Monitors and controls accounts payable. Closely oversees Business Office functions to ensure cash collection goals are met, and net revenue is properly stated. Facilitates weekly A/R meeting with CEO and Business Office Manager to communicate results and monitor areas of weakness. Monitors and affects as needed relationship between Business Office, Intake and Utilization Review departments to maximize patient revenue.
• Improves the profitability of the hospital. Continually monitors costs in all areas, especially staffing as it relates to patient volume. Continually monitors payor mix and length of stay to maximize reimbursement. Assists in negotiation of contract terms with third party payers. Prepares pro-forma analysis of new program, contracts, etc. to determine estimated outcome. Monitors and evaluates success/failure of implemented program including physician arrangements.
• Develops policies and procedures. Develops and monitors policies and procedures within generally accepted accounting principles and corporate guidelines to ensure sufficient cash flow, reduced hospital operating costs, and increased revenues.
• Prepares monthly financial statements, financial packages, and other informational reports/analyses. Through account analysis, variance analysis, journal entries, and internal controls, prepares detailed financial statements to accurately reflect the monthly operating results.
• Provides required reporting. Provides reconciliations, account analyses, and other information for Reimbursement Department, Tax Department, Auditors, etc., to aid in preparation of reports.
• Prepares annual budget in conjunction with UHS standards. In cooperation with management and department heads, reviews prior financial results and discusses anticipated changes to highlight future needs and trends of the facility. Tailor’s hospital needs to UHS objectives.
• Performs other duties as assigned/required.