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• $150K — $200K *Qualifications
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Company Overview: At Essen Health Care, we care for that!
As the largest privately held multispecialty medical group in the Bronx, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under-served residents of New York State. Guided by a Population Health model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering urgent care, primary care, and specialty services, as well as nursing home staffing and care management. Founded in 1999, our over 20-year commitment has fueled an unwavering dedication toward innovating a better healthcare delivery system. Essen has expanded from a single primary care office to an umbrella organization offering specialties from women’s health to endocrinology, from psychiatry to a vast array of other specialties. All clinical services are offered via telehealth or in-person at over 35 medical offices and at home through the Essen House Calls program.
Essen House Calls provides in-home primary and specialty care in the New York Metro area. We are looking for the most talented and effective individuals to join our rapidly growing company. From medical providers to administration & operational staff, there is a career here for you. Join our team today!
Position Title: Vice President of Finance- Home Health Care (Essen House Call)
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer
Department: Finance
Industry: Home Health Care
Position Summary: The Vice President of Finance will lead the financial strategy and operations of the organization, ensuring fiscal responsibility, regulatory compliance, and strategic growth in a dynamic home health care environment. This role is responsible for overseeing financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reimbursement analysis, revenue cycle performance, financial reporting, and business case development, while supporting operational excellence and patient-centered care.
Strategic Leadership
Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with the organization’s mission and growth objectives.
Partner with executive leadership to evaluate new service lines, geographic expansion, and strategic investments.
Lead financial planning analysis and business case development to support strategic initiatives and investment decisions.
Financial Management
Manage reimbursement analysis, including payer rate trends, regulatory changes, and revenue impacts, to inform strategic and operational decisions.
Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP and healthcare-specific accounting standards.
Monitor financial performance across service lines and locations, identifying trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
Manage cash flow and liquidity to support operational needs, growth initiatives, and risk mitigation.
Evaluate and optimize payer mix, reimbursement rates, and contract terms to enhance revenue and margin performance.
Support strategic initiatives such as new program launches, geographic expansion, and technology investments with financial modeling, ROI analysis, and business case development.
Drive automation and efficiency in financial operations through system upgrades, process improvements, and integration of financial technologies.
Provide financial leadership in cost accounting, service line profitability analysis, and benchmarking against industry standards.
Operational Support
Collaborate closely with clinical and operational leaders to align financial strategies with care delivery models and organizational goals.
Provide financial analysis, modeling, and business case support for decisions around staffing, scheduling, patient volume, geographic expansion, and service line development.
Develop cost-efficiency initiatives across departments, identifying opportunities to reduce waste and improve resource utilization without compromising quality of care.
Monitor and analyze operational metrics such as cost per visit, patient acquisition cost, and clinician productivity to inform strategic planning.
Partner with IT and operations to implement financial systems and dashboards that provide real-time visibility into performance and financial health.
Ensure financial alignment with compliance and quality improvement initiatives, including CMS regulations, accreditation standards, and value-based care programs.
Facilitate cross-functional budgeting and forecasting processes that incorporate input from clinical and operational teams to ensure realistic and actionable financial plans.
Compliance & Audit
Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local financial regulations.
Coordinate internal and external audits and maintain strong internal controls.
Team Leadership
Build and mentor a high-performing finance team.
Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (MBA preferred).
10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, preferably in healthcare or home health care.
Proven experience in financial planning analysis and business case development.
Deep understanding of healthcare reimbursement models, especially Medicare and Medicaid.
Proven experience with financial systems, data analytics, and ERP platforms.
Strong leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.
Preferred Attributes:
Experience in scaling operations in a multi-site or multi-state home health care organization.
Familiarity with value-based care models and alternative payment arrangements.
Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and drive financial innovation.
ESSEN HEALTH CARE IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.
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