Director of Finance - Sentara Northern Virginia

Overview The Director, Finance, provides strategic financial leadership to ensure the fiscal health, growth, and sustainability of the organization. This role oversees financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational policies. The Director, Finance, partners with senior leadership to drive operational efficiency, optimize revenue streams, manage risk, and support strategic initiatives. This position plays a critical role in guiding financial decision‑making to enhance patient care delivery, operational excellence, and long‑term organizational success. Location Woodbridge, VA Work Shift First (Days) Key Responsibilities Leads the development and execution of financial strategies, budgets, and long‑range plans. Oversees accounting, financial reporting, cost analysis, and revenue cycle operations. Ensures compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), state and federal regulations, and healthcare financial standards. Provides financial insights and recommendations to executive leadership to support strategic decisions. Monitors key financial indicators and develops action plans to address variances. Manages financial audits and collaborates with external auditors and regulatory agencies. Leads, mentors, and develops finance team members to support organizational goals. Partners with clinical and operational leaders to drive cost containment, revenue optimization, and margin improvement. Supports capital planning and investment decisions to align with strategic priorities. Education Bachelor’s level degree (Required) Certifications CPA, CMA, or HFMA certification (Preferred) Experience 6 years of experience in accounting/finance (Required) 2 years of healthcare experience (Required) Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision plans Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000 Paid Time Off and Sick Leave Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave Emergency Backup Care Long‑Term, Short‑Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans Life Insurance 401k/403B with Employer Match Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000 Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development Pet Insurance Legal Resources Plan Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria are met Equal Opportunity Statement Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity, inclusion, and belonging within its workforce. The organization is committed to ensuring its workforce reflects the communities it serves. In support of its mission “to improve health every day,” Sentara Health provides a tobacco‑free environment. Remote Work Availability Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama Delaware Florida Georgia Idaho Indiana Kansas Louisiana Maine Maryland Minnesota Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Pennsylvania South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming #J-18808-Ljbffr Sentara Health