Job Title: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Garden County Health Services, Oshkosh, NE

Job Type: Full-Time

Company Overview:
Garden County Health Services is a small critical access hospital in The panhandle of Nebraska with a mission focused on providing quality care to an at risk population.

Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead our finance team and oversee all financial operations of the company. The CFO will play a critical role in shaping our financial strategy, ensuring the company’s financial health, and providing insights that drive organizational success. This position requires a proactive leader with a deep understanding of financial analysis, investment management, and corporate finance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Strategy:
- Develop and implement financial strategies that align with the company’s overall goals and objectives.
- Analyze market trends and competitive landscape to identify opportunities for growth.

2. Financial Planning and Analysis:
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling to support decision-making processes.
- Conduct comprehensive financial analysis and reporting to highlight key performance indicators (KPIs) and variances.

3. Reporting and Compliance:
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and regulatory compliance.
- Prepare financial statements, reports, and presentations for the board of directors and stakeholders.

4. Cash Flow and Risk Management:
- Manage the company's cash flow, investment strategies, and liquidity.
- Oversee risk management assessments and implement controls to mitigate financial risks.

5. Team Leadership:
- Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate effectively with other departments to ensure financial integration across the organization.

6. Investor Relations:
- Communicate financial performance and projections to investors and stakeholders, building relationships based on trust and transparency.
- Participate in fundraising efforts and negotiations as necessary.

7. Mergers and Acquisitions:
- Evaluate potential acquisition opportunities and lead due diligence efforts related to mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
- 10+ years of experience in finance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role, preferably as a CFO in a Hospital setting.
- Strong understanding of financial management principles, corporate finance, accounting standards, and statutory regulations.
- Proven experience in strategic financial planning, analysis, and operational improvement.
- Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with a focus on team development and collaboration.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying financial concepts to non-financial audiences.

What We Offer:

- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment. Career growth and development opportunities within a growing company.