POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Under administrative direction of the Health Board and Commissioner, directs the organizations financial policies, planning, reporting and controls. Oversees all financial functions including accounting, payroll, budget, risk and taxes. Responsible for assessing the financial performance of the company as well as perform budget planning and forecasting. Assures the appropriate preparation of fiscal, travel, and contract information to be disseminated to the Board of Health.
Responsible for agency’s grant administration, contracts, procurement, and operations/site management.
Communication: Assures that the channels of communication are effective and efficient between the Boards, division heads, staff, and contracted entities, to ensure continuity of operations on a daily basis. Performs the minutes for Board of Health meetings.
Competencies:
- Drives the financial planning of the organization by analyzing its performance and risks
- Oversees staff responsible for clerical and customer-facing operations
- Retain constant awareness of the organization’s financial position and act to prevent problems
- Oversees all audit and internal control operations
- Prepares timely and detailed reports on financial performance on a quarterly and annual basis
- Ensures adherence to financial laws and guidelines
- Finding innovative ways to optimize services while also reducing the agency’s costs
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Supports the mission and vision of Agency, and the sphere of public health
- Oversees the agency’s electronic financial and reporting systems (timekeeping, GMIS, etc.)
- Set targets for and oversees clerical staff
- Acts as grant administrator and seeks new funding sources
- Works closely with division heads to minimize use of general fund
- Aligns administrative and finance efforts with Accreditation or Reaccreditation requirements
- Provides monthly fiscal reports to Board
- Receives Board members/staff ideas and suggestions
- Ensures IT and communication infrastructure is in place to support daily operations
- Oversees administrative duties such as keeping inventory of equipment and supplies
- Oversees staff performing managing the revenue cycle; patient billing, claims, and reimbursement.
- Oversees records retention process
OTHER DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs other duties as assigned by Health Commissioner
- Participates in emergency preparedness exercises, activities, and trainings (including completion of ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 within 6 months of hire)
- Reports for duty following the activation of a public health emergency response plan
- Prepares department budget for Board approval; monitors expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility; prepares and complies financial reports; prepares grant requests.
- Recommends to the Board of Health changes required to comply with statue
- Leads and supports agency’s Remote Work agreement
- Member of the leadership team that evaluates performance and administers discipline; receives and adjusts grievances; conducts staff meetings and orientation programs for staff; ensures proper compliance with DFWP policy, ethics, diversity & inclusion and other regulations
- Reports disciplinary findings to Health Board concerning the firing of employees
- Oversees new hire onboarding; and ensures all employment and legal requirements are met
- Meets all requirements for reporting and monitoring workplace injuries, accidents and other incidents; and refers employees to appropriate contacts
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- BS/BA in accounting, finance or relevant field; MPA/MBA is a plus.
- An example of an acceptable qualification for this position is: completion of master’s degree in public administration and training and/or experiences which evidences proven experience as director of finance or similar role
- Any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of the skills, knowledge and abilities listed in the Job Responsibilities listed above
- Possess a valid State of Ohio motor vehicle operator’s license
- In-depth knowledge of finance and accounting principles, laws and best practices
- Solid knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting
- Proficient in the use of MS 365, government programs, and financial software
- An analytical mind with a strategic ability
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
Experience:
- Leadership: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Jefferson, OH 44047: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person