AVP, Finance (Revenue Optimization) | Multi-site Non-profit Healthcare System | Southeastern, US

Competitive Compensation | Excellent Benefits Program | Relocation Assistance | Temporary Housing During Relocation/Transition | Advancement Potential

Galileo Search is proud to partner with a highly respected not-for-profit healthcare system to recruit an experienced Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Finance. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this high-impact role is ideal for a hands-on financial leader/contributor who is strategic-minded, proactive, and passionate about healthcare finance and revenue optimization.

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Southeastern, US

This high-profile position reports directly to a supportive and highly engaged CFO and will collaborate with senior leaders across the organization. The AVP of Finance will play a key leadership role in shaping the system's financial performance and long-term fiscal success.

• Oversee financial strategy, budgeting, reporting, internal controls, and accounting for the healthcare system
• Lead Reimbursement, Decision Support, and Financial Management departments, providing strategic guidance and oversight
• Develop standardized financial processes and workflows across facilities to enhance operational efficiency
• Analyze revenue cycles to identify areas for improvement and recommend corrective actions
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align revenue optimization strategies with overall organizational financial goals
• Conduct Revenue Cycle forecasting, analyzing financial data to predict patient revenue streams, ensuring accurate reporting and financial stability
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, FASB, and GASB guidelines while maintaining strong internal controls
• Mitigate regulatory exposure through compliance audits and risk & profitability assessments
• Perform financial analysis, budgeting, month-end, and year-end close for key financial departments
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
• CPA certification is preferred but not required
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant healthcare financial management experience
• 3-5 years of leadership experience in healthcare finance preferred
Strong expertise in GAAP, healthcare reimbursement, and revenue cycle management
• Understanding of RCM workflows, forecasting, projections, revenue streams, and cost structures to include physician practices
• Proven track record of financial innovation, problem-solving, and driving revenue cycle effectiveness
• Proficiency in healthcare revenue cycle software and analytics tools
• Excellent communication, analytical, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Ability to lead, mentor, and coordinate an effective financial team
• Awareness of industry changes and their impact on financial operationsThis job description provides a general overview of the position's responsibilities and requirements. It is not all-inclusive. Duties, responsibilities, scope and activities may change based on operational/organizational needs.

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