Description

CFO, Des Moines Region, UnityPoint Health

The Organization
UnityPoint Health: System Profile - With over $5B in annual net revenue, UnityPoint Health (UPH) is one of the nation’s most integrated health systems, providing care to both metropolitan and rural communities across Iowa, western Illinois and southern Wisconsin in our hospitals, clinics and home care settings. UPH is dedicated to making it easier to live well.

UnityPoint Health – Des Moines - UnityPoint Health – Des Moines Market is a comprehensive $1.8B regional healthcare system dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care to central Iowa communities. Its network includes key facilities: Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Iowa Lutheran Hospital, Methodist West Hospital, Blank Children’s Hospital, the John Stoddard Cancer Center, Grinnell Regional Medical Center and Eyerly Ball Community Mental Health Center. These institutions specialize in a wide range of services, including trauma care, cardiovascular and cancer treatment, behavioral health, maternity care, and advanced surgical services. Additionally, UnityPoint offers integrated services through UnityPoint Clinic and UnityPoint at Home. With a focus on innovation and coordinated care, UnityPoint Health is a cornerstone of healthcare in the Des Moines area with 53% of the market share for inpatient services and the closest competitor having 33%. 

The Opportunity
The Market Chief Financial Officer – Des Moines (CFO) is responsible for financial oversight and performance of the Des Moines market, with $1.8B in annual net revenues. The CFO will serve as a strategic leader by providing insight and recommendations regarding short and long-term initiatives and opportunities. The CFO will play a high impact role on the continued growth and prosperity of this flagship market for UnityPoint Health.

As a collaborative member of the market leadership team, the CFO is responsible for market based long- range financial and capital planning, operating and capital budgeting, financial operations, and other finance related processes necessary to create a world-class finance organization. The CFO works closely with the Market’s President, Chief Medical Officer, Chief Nursing Officer, Operations leader, and other members of the market senior team to drive efficiencies and ensure the organization’s long-term success. The CFO will also work collaboratively with the health system CFO and other leaders across the organization to achieve system-wide goals.

The CFO is expected to continuously assess and evaluate the financial performance of the Des Moines market’s budgets, forecasts, and short and long-term goals. He/she will foster a culture focused on financial improvement, operational improvement, and accountability. The CFO and their team will provide exceptional customer service and value to various stakeholders. He/she is responsible for establishing strong relationships and maintaining visibility across the organization.

The Ideal Candidate

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a financial leadership capacity. Industry experience should include at least 5 years health system or in a multi-disciplinary, multi-site healthcare operation.
• Not-for-profit financial operations and reporting experience is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, accounting or other related discipline is required.
• Master’s degree or CPA preferred.

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