Finance Manager (Financial Planning/Analysis)

Chief financial officer
As a heath division of the Confederated Tribes of the Goshute Reservation, we, at Sacred Circle Healthcare, preserve the Goshute heritage of protecting and caring for family and extend the tradition to all marginalized and underserved populations in our area. We refuse to let access, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status restrict someone from receiving complete healthcare.
We are looking for people who are genuine, kind, ambitious, positive, and helpful - exceptional people building on a celebrated heritage who are passionate about delivering uncompromising care - people who make a difference every day no matter what their role or position. Sacred Circle Healthcare is seeking a full-time Chief Financial Officer, in Salt Lake City, Utah.
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) provides strategic financial leadership for the clinic, ensuring the delivery of ethical, sustainable, strategic, and mission-centered financial operations of the organization. The CFO is a key member in the development of business planning, stakeholder engagement, and tribal advocacy. The CFO oversees the finance department, budgeting, financial accounting system, revenue cycle, financial reporting, compliance, and risk management while supporting the clinic's mission to deliver high-quality healthcare services to the tribal community and patients. Establishes financial operating policies and procedures, accounting, regulatory and reimbursement operations.

The CFO reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer and provides expertise and strategic support for financial planning and direction. The CFO works closely with the executive leadership team, governing bodies, community partners, and external stakeholders to ensure financial strategies align with clinical priorities, community health needs, and the long-term goals of the organization.

Business Unit :
Full-time, Benefits Eligible, Salary

Salt Lake Main Clinic

To Be Determined with the availability of 8:00 am – 6:00 pm Monday through Friday. Evening and weekend work may be required as needed.

Financial Leadership and Strategy
Provides executive leadership for all financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, accounting, financial reporting, and revenue cycle management.Provides financial guidance to the Executive Officer, leadership team, and Governing BodiesAssists in the development of organizational plans and objectives with the Executive Officer, Executive Team, Governing Bodies and department staff regarding short and long-range goals. Oversee the development of financial analytic platforms that integrate financial and clinical data to support data-driven decision-making and predictive forecasting.Participate in executive leadership meetings and activities to support strategic planning and long-term organizational growth.Represent the organization in community partnerships, health initiatives, and area/tribal collaborations, demonstrating an understanding of community health needs while collaborating with external partners to support and strengthen tribal healthcare programs and resources.Identify opportunities to create financial value through partnerships, collaborations, and innovative funding strategies.Budgeting, Performance, and Financial Planning
Strategic financial planning skills demonstrated by developing 3-5 year operating plans, scenario planning, and capital allocation aligned to operational objectives.Engage leadership and key stakeholders to connect budgeting and financial planning with clinical KPIs, establish department performance reviews to monitor outcomes, ensure accountability, and support steady improvement.Develops and plans the annual budget in collaboration with clinic leadership, Executive Team, Executive Officer, and governing bodies.Identify innovative and cost-effective financial strategies that improve organizational performance and sustainability. Monitor financial performance regularly and report progress to executive leadership and governing bodies.Ensure financial strategies support culturally appropriate care and community-driven health priorities.
Risk Management and Compliance
Evaluate financial implications of strategic initiatives, service line expansion, and operational changes. Oversee the development and implementation of finance policies and procedures designed to effectively support organizational strategy and ensure regulatory compliance.Design and implement financial contingency and disaster recovery strategies that protect financial data, maintain revenue cycle and report continuity.Lead financial risk management activities including audits, financial risk assessments, compliance monitoring, and regulatory reporting.Design and implement internal financial controls, policies and procedures that safeguard organizational assets.Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies to protect the organization's financial viability.Ensures compliance with federal, state, tribal and healthcare, and other regulatory requirements.Reads, understands, and adheres to all Sacred Circle Health Care Policies and Procedures and Employee ManualPractices and adheres to the Code of Conduct and Mission and Values Statements.
Financial Systems and Information Management
Champions the development and implementation of advanced analytic infrastructure that integrates finance and clinical data to improve performance transparency, support predictive forecasting, and guide strategic planning. Oversee financial information systems to ensure accurate, timely and secure financial reporting.Ensure Financial Data is accessible to leadership for informed decision-making and performance monitoring.Ensure appropriate controls and safeguards are in place to protect financial and organizational data.Develop and maintain financial metrics and dashboards to measure operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Lead the development of a high-performing finance team through clear role definition, training, mentoring, and professional development.Foster cross-department collaboration between finance, clinical and operational teams. Empowering employees to support data-driven decisions.
Tribal and Community Partnership Responsibilities
Build and maintain strong, mutually beneficial relationships with tribal leadership, community organizations and external stakeholders and partners.Support advocacy efforts that advance tribal healthcare resources, funding, and program developmentDemonstrate an understanding of tribal and community health priorities by actively participating in community partnerships, health initiatives, and tribal events. Master's degree in finance and/or accounting

Ten (10) or more years of progressive healthcare financial leadership experienceFive (5) years in senior leadershipSignificant senior-level financial leadership experience with proven capabilities in strategic planning, long-range forecasting, and capital allocation

Experience working with information technology systems -finance and accounting software packages and Electronic Health Records (E.MBA preferred

Experience working with Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (638 Programs)Experience working with Indian Health Service (I.funding and reportingExperience working with Federally funded Tribal healthcare systemsExperience working with FQHC Experience with grant funding

Certified Healthcare Financial Professional (CHFP), Certified Management Accounting (CMA)

Experience working with the Native American/Alaskan Native communities.

Expert level knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Ability to manage sensitive and highly confidential information.Exceptional verbal, written and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex financial and operation information effectively to diverse audiences, to include leadership, staff, governing bodies, and community stakeholders.Knowledge of federal funding requirements, governmental reporting programs, practices, and procedures, including grants.Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, systems, and objectives. Ability to work under minimal supervision but maintain a high degree of communication regarding current work activity/projects with supervisors and teammates.As group of 5 healthcare clinics, diversity drives our identity. Whether you are seeking your first job, transitioning back into the workforce, looking to start your career, or grow an existing one, Sacred Circle Healthcare walks with you. We strive for a mix of benefits to help you combine great work with a great life.
Competitive pay Healthcare coverage for you and your family Generous PTO, paid holidays and floating holidays to celebrate what is important to you Retirement matching to invest in your futureColleagues that are unparalleledA culture that is second to none

to qualified American Indian/Alaskan Native Applicants