Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

Key Responsibilities

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Lead all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cash management.

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Provide hands-on leadership across the revenue cycle, including patient access, case management, health information management, billing, and collections.

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Oversee Medicare cost reporting and ensure compliance with Critical Access Hospital reimbursement requirements.

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Develop strategies to strengthen cash flow, manage debt obligations, and maintain financial stability.

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Partner with executive leadership on capital investments, facility expansion, and long-term financial planning.

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Monitor revenue cycle performance, including collections, DNFB, and other key financial metrics.

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Provide financial reporting, analysis, and strategic recommendations to the CEO, Board of Directors, and Finance Committee.

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Lead and develop finance and operational teams while helping clinical managers strengthen budgeting and financial management practices.

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Oversee audits, regulatory compliance, internal controls, and financial risk management.

Qualifications

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Critical Access Hospital finance experience required; rural hospital experience may be considered.

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Strong, hands-on revenue cycle leadership experience, including patient access, billing, collections, and related functions.

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Thorough understanding of Medicare cost reports and Critical Access Hospital reimbursement.

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Significant progressive healthcare finance experience with demonstrated leadership responsibility.

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Strong accounting, financial analysis, budgeting, and cash management expertise.

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Experience with hospital capital projects, debt financing, and financial planning preferred.

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Master's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Finance, or related field preferred; CPA not required.

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Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.

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Willingness to relocate to or reside within the Madison/Morgan County area.

Why Join?

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Exceptional Growth: Join a rapidly expanding hospital with revenue growing more than 20% annually and an established surgical and specialty services program.

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Executive Impact: Partner directly with an experienced CEO and help shape the hospital's financial strategy and future expansion.

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Meaningful Capital Projects: Support investments in advanced imaging, surgical capabilities, and expanded healthcare services.

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Independent Hospital Environment: Work within a community-focused organization where leadership decisions directly influence patient care and local healthcare access.

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Strong Leadership Team: Collaborate with an experienced Controller, dedicated Revenue Cycle Director, and supportive executive team.

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Community & Lifestyle: Enjoy the opportunity to build a career in Madison, Georgia, approximately one hour east of Atlanta, with relocation assistance available.

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Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, retirement benefits, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and additional employee benefits.