Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

At Houston Methodist, the Executive Vice President/Chief Financial Officer (EVP/CFO) position is responsible for overall operational oversight of Finance and Revenue performance, in alignment with system vision, mission and values of Houston Methodist. This position reports directly to President and CEO of Houston Methodist and has responsibilities providing management and oversight of multiple areas and entities including but are not limited to Supply Chain, Construction and Facilities Design, Corporate Financial Service and Revenue Cycle and Managed Care. This role also oversees functions across the finance disciplines of budgeting, financial management, procurement, financial analysis, treasury, general ledger accounting, statutory and financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, internal and external audits and financial systems.

Demonstrating business acumen and a proven record of financial planning, administration, and responsible fiscal management, this role designs and prioritizes financial strategies for a complex, academic health system within a highly competitive and evolving market. In anticipation of economic changes and industry trends, this position establishes short-term and long-term financial objectives and goals in partnership with the President/CEO and the Board of Directors. This position is responsible for connecting all aspects of financial administration including board relations, strategic planning, finance, joint-ventures, and vendor/payer contract negotiations and engages organizational teams in executing financial objectives, connecting systems and culture for continual improvement in care deliver, fiscal performance, and employee engagement.

This position fosters a culture of behavior that allows us to provide unparalleled, personalized care and service to a diverse patient population and leads the organization to adapt and meet reshaped consumer expectations. In collaboration with senior leadership team, this role sustains and enhances the system's success in access, efficiency, service and quality, while championing actions that promote an inclusive workplace and equitable treatment, for all.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• N/A

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED

• CPA - Certified Public Accountant - State Licensure
• Fellow of American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations

• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially about activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

• Strategic vision with the ability to execute

• Demonstrated leadership presence and maturity

• Impeccable judgment and ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic setting

• Executive-level presentation skills and ability to interface successfully with high-level clients

• Demonstrates the ability to interact with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intentions and those of the organization

• Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying one's own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations and individuals involved

• Demonstrates leadership qualities and critical thinking through self-direction initiative and effective interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills

• Extensive knowledge of regulatory and accreditation agency requirements that impact department; stays abreast of industry changes

• Capable of leading teams/facilitating groups, building consensus and garnering highest confidence in professionalism and work product

• Ability to work under pressure and balance many competing priorities; highly responsive and solution/action oriented

• Proficiency in spreadsheet, word processing, and presentation software

• Maintains a positive and supportive attitude and demeanor

• Professional handling of exposure to confidential/sensitive information

• Strong financial, budgeting, and forecasting skills as well as exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills

• Maintains knowledge of developments and trends in finance and administration including technological advances

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

• Uniform No
• Scrubs No
• Business professional Yes
• Other (department approved) No

ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

• On Call* No

TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**

• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers. Houston Methodist consists of eight hospitals: Houston Methodist Hospital, its flagship academic hospital in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, and seven community hospitals throughout the greater Houston area. Houston Methodist also includes an academic institute, a comprehensive residency program, a global business division, numerous physician practices and several free-standing emergency rooms and outpatient facilities. Overall, Houston Methodist employs more than 27,000 employees and is supported by a wide variety of business functions that operate at the system level to help enable clinical departments to provide high quality patient care.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.