Vice President, Financial Operations - University Division

Overview

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Description

The Vice President of Financial Operations is a senior executive leader within Emory Healthcare's finance division, responsible for the strategic direction, oversight, and execution of financial operations across the health system or major operating unit.

This role ensures the financial integrity, operational efficiency, and fiscal sustainability of Emory's clinical and administrative operations.

The Vice President of Financial Operations reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and serves as a strategic partner to executive leadership, clinical department chairs, and operational leaders across the enterprise.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

FINANCIAL STRATEGY:

•  Lead the development, communication, and execution of the organization's financial strategy in alignment with long-term institutional priorities and market dynamics.
• Advise the CFO and executive leadership team on key financial decisions, capital planning, service line profitability, and strategic investments to drive growth and resilience.

FINANCIAL PLANNING AND ANALYSIS:

• Direct enterprise-wide and hospital-based financial planning processes, including annual budgeting, multi-year forecasting, and target setting in partnership with Emory Healthcare's financial planning department.
• Oversee comprehensive performance analytics and variance analysis to drive actionable insights that improve financial outcomes, operational efficiency, and resource optimization.

FINANCIAL REPORTING: 

• Ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial reporting, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow reports, and other executive dashboards for internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide financial intelligence and interpretation to support data-driven decision-making across clinical and administrative domains.

FINANCIAL OPERATIONS:

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations at the enterprise or division level, including labor productivity, non-labor expense management, and fiscal accountability.
• Collaborate with Revenue Cycle leaders to ensure optimal capture of clinical revenue, minimize denials, and implement systemic improvements across billing, coding, and collections.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of finance professionals; serve as a financial coach and strategic advisor to clinical and operational leadership.
• Drive enterprise and local-level initiatives focused on financial stewardship, operational efficiency, and cost transformation.
• Champion a culture of transparency, service excellence, innovation, and performance accountability.

PROCESS IMPROVEMENT:

• Oversee the continuous assessment and refinement of financial processes, systems, and tools to improve speed, accuracy, and value creation.
• Implement best-in-class practices and technologies to enhance data integrity, process automation, and enterprise alignment.
• Partner across departments, service lines, and support functions to foster collaboration in achieving financial, operational, and quality objectives.

TRAVEL:

• Less than 10% of the time may be required but travel between OUs may be required at times
• Work Type: Hybrid employee - splits time between working remotely and working in the office.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is required.
• A master's degree (e.g., MBA or MFin) is often preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• Proven experience in financial management and leadership, typically with a minimum of 7-10 years in progressively responsible roles.
• Preferably in the healthcare industry. 
• Strong financial analysis and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.
• Strong leadership, team management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• The VP, Financial Operations plays a pivotal role in ensuring the financial sustainability of the healthcare organization and contributes significantly to its overall success.
• This role requires strong financial acumen, leadership skills, and strategic thinking to ensure that the company's financial operations run smoothly and efficiently.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [email protected]. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.