Finance Director

IMPORTANT TO NOTE - THIS POSITION IS A FULL-TIME, IN-PERSON POSITION LOCATED IN TERRE HAUTE, IN.

Overview
The Finance Director is a critical leadership role responsible for managing the financial operations of the organization. This position ensures financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and strategic financial planning to support organizational goals. The Finance Director oversees budgeting, reporting, internal controls, and revenue optimization while collaborating with key stakeholders to maintain efficient and cost-effective operations. A strong emphasis is placed on analytical skills, staff leadership, and the ability to adapt to changing regulations and organizational needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee policies and procedures to ensure efficient and cost-effective business operations.
• Maintain and enforce adequate internal controls through the application of financial policies.
• Monitor cash flow and manage all organizational investments.
• Supervise accounts payable and receivable, ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of monthly financial statements to the Board of Directors.
• Prepare pre-audit work papers and respond to auditor inquiries during audits.
• Develop necessary schedules for Medicare and Medicaid cost reports and Form 990.
• Ensure accurate and timely filings, including 1099s, property tax reports, census reports, sales tax filings, Medicare Credit Balance Reports, and Business Entity Reports.
• Prepare and manage fiscal operating, capital, and cash budgets.
• Provide data for monthly departmental budget review meetings.
• Communicate proposed rate schedule changes to agency management.
• Review and adjust discipline costs and charges annually.
• Notify commercial payers of rate changes and update charges in line with CMS-published rates.
• Maintain current knowledge of national and state regulations and assess their impact on the organization.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited institution.

Experience:

• Minimum of three years of progressive experience in accounting, including at least one year in a supervisory role.
• Experience in health care, not-for-profit organizations and third-party reimbursements is highly desirable. Experience in home care or hospice preferred.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to set and meet realistic goals.
• Proficient in general ledger management, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, budgeting, financial analysis, and auditing.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) and Peachtree financial software.
• Ability to manage stress, multitask, and adapt to a flexible work schedule.
• High integrity, creativity, persistence, and goal orientation.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact successfully with a diverse range of individuals.

Working at VNA and Hospice of the Wabash Valley means a career unlike any other. With integrity at the center of all we do, we know that when we support you and your community, you’ll change lives every day. We are proud to be Best Places to Work certified! This position is crucial for driving our organization's financial health and strategic direction. If you possess the required skills and experience, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have health care accounting experience?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 3 years (Required)

Location:

• Terre Haute, IN 47804 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person