Chief Financial Officer

Pemberton & Associates has been retained by Greater Seacoast Community Health to find their next Chief Financial Officer.

The mission of Greater Seacoast Community Health is to deliver innovative, compassionate, integrated health services and support that are accessible to all in our community, regardless of ability to pay. Greater Seacoast Community Health includes Families First Health & Support Center in Portsmouth, Goodwin Community Health in Somersworth and Lilac City Pediatrics at both locations. Greater Seacoast Community Health is one of New Hampshire’s largest community health centers, providing primary, prenatal, behavioral and oral health care, as well as parent education and family support, to 20,000 Seacoast residents each year, many of them uninsured, underinsured or lacking access to affordable, quality health care.

Below is the job description. The role offers a competitive base compensation and benefit package. Should this be of interest to you, contact Cate Rafferty at cmr@pembertonhr.com for more information or apply below. Pemberton and Associates is a second-generation owned executive search firm, with over 30 years of experience working with clients throughout New England.

Position Overview:

Greater Seacoast Community Health is seeking an experienced and proactive Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our dynamic team. In this critical role, the CFO will oversee all financial operations and provide both operational and programmatic support. Reporting directly to the CEO, the CFO will work closely with the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and leadership team to drive strategic financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting, ensuring the fiscal health and sustainability of our organization. The CFO will serve as the chief financial spokesperson and lead a dedicated finance team, managing budgets, cost-benefit analysis, and securing new funding sources.

At Greater Seacoast Community Health, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team that collaborates to meet the diverse needs of our community, including medical, dental, behavioral health, and social services. Your contributions will be essential to achieving our mission of making health services accessible to all, regardless of their ability to pay.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Financial Leadership: Function as a key member of the Senior Management Team, supporting the CEO in developing financial policies and procedures and reporting to the Board of Directors and Finance Committee. Ensure timely preparation of monthly financials for review.
• Financial Operations Management: Oversee all aspects of financial management, including reconciliation of cash accounts, internal controls, accounts payable, payroll, and grants/contracts management, in compliance with GAAP.
• Compliance & Audits: Prepare financial and statistical reports for internal and external stakeholders, and lead the organization’s participation in third-party and regulatory audits, including the annual Board of Directors audit.
• Budgeting & Long-term Planning: Assist in the development of the annual budget, including capital requests, and ensure the timely submission of Medicaid/Medicare cost reports and IRS filings.
• Program Support & Expansion: Contribute to the financial planning for new programs and expansions, ensuring appropriate funding and accurate financial projections to support growth.

Key Competencies:

• Accounting & Financial Expertise: Deep knowledge of GAAP, financial analysis, and budgeting practices, ensuring accuracy and integrity in all financial reporting.
• Leadership Skills: Ability to lead and develop a finance team, with strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative approach to decision-making.
• Communication & Presentation: Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively present financial data to internal teams, the Board, and external stakeholders.
• Proactive & Adaptable: A strategic thinker who can navigate challenges and proactively implement financial improvements to benefit the organization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Relevant financial management experience, preferably in healthcare or non-profit settings.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and financial software systems.
• Experience in FQHC, healthcare finance, or non-profit organizations is highly valued.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.