Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Hospice of Southern Illinois is a not-for-profit, free-standing, community-based hospice offering Southern Illinois and St. Louis Metro-East communities a range of services for people of all ages at the end of life. We have been providing compassionate care to terminally ill patients and their families in their home or a home-like setting since 1981. Since that time, we have continued our mission to enhance the quality of life for individuals and their loved ones touched by a terminal illness. Our reputation is a direct result of our desire to do more than what is required or expected. This can be seen in the passion and commitment of our employees and volunteers to provide excellent hospice care through all the services we provide. A career in hospice care at Hospice of Southern Illinois is a calling. Is it calling you? We are currently hiring for the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) position.
 
Summary of the Chief Financial Officer Position:

• Position Summary: To direct and oversee all financial activities as well as specific non-clinical operational areas of Hospice of Southern Illinois, Inc.  Provide supervision/leadership oversight of Information Technology, Accounting, Development, and Facilities/Purchasing departments.  Contribute to the development of the organization’s financial and strategic goals.
• Pay: Starts at $111,547.00 Annually. Full-Time Salaried Exempt Executive Position.
• Schedule: Monday- Friday 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. with the possibly of some events evenings and weekends.
• Will be based out of the Belleville Administration Building located at 305 South Illinois Street, Belleville, IL 62220.
• Hospice of Southern Illinois is certified by the State of Illinois and is in compliance with the registration requirements of the Illinois Equal Pay Act.
• By applying, you are consenting to be contacted via phone call, text, or email regarding your application for this position.
• For further information about our company, to apply online or see detailed information about benefits, please visit www.hospice.org/careers.
• For any questions or concerns, please contact HR Generalist Jade Gutierrez at (618) 310-7129 or email jgutierrez@hospice.org  .
• EOE

1. Education
   1.  Required: Bachelor’s degree in accounting with a CPA or Master’s degree in accounting.
2. Experience
   1.  Seven (7) to ten (10) years in financial management with increasing responsibilities.
   2.  Experience with Medicare/Medicaid and commercial insurance billing.
   3.  Experience in investment management, preferred.
3. Other Qualifications
   1.  Familiarity with applicable local, state and federal regulations related to hospice operations.
   2.  Knowledge of database and accounting computer applications to supply financial information.
   3.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
   4.  Excellent organizational and analytical skills.

1. Achieving and maintaining financial viability: understanding of market and economic factors affecting the organization; effective allocation of resources; understanding of budget process and accountabilities; utilization of appropriate accounting methodologies.
2. Maintains the role of Plan Administrator for the organization’s 403(b) plan.  Maintains and updates documents and oversees bi-weekly deposits and withdrawals.  Meets at least annually with the Plan Fiduciary Advisor for review of investments.
3. Responsible for the organization’s annual insurance renewals, including but not limited to, commercial, property, crime, D&O, and Cyber.  Meets annually with the broker to review coverages and limits.
4. Records the activity within the Investment Portfolios on a monthly basis and communicates with the investments Managers on a consistent basis.
5. Annually summarizes salary survey rates to ensure the organization has a salary plan in place that is competitive.
6. Building alliances:  fosters networks, alliances, and other business relationships; builds and maintains external customers’ trust and confidence; represents the organization effectively to stakeholders.
7. Communication liaison to the Board and various committees on critical financial and operational matters.  Keep President informed on critical issues and represents the organization externally.
8. Oversees preparation of the monthly financial statements and statistics.
9. Financial and Operational Management:  direct and oversee the management of multiple departments, including yearly department goals, while effectively managing expenditures and annual budgets.
10. Financial/Technical ability to review, evaluate, analyze, implement, problem                                 solve, influence, control, direct in departments within scope of responsibilities.
11. Manage the processes for financial forecasting and budgets, and overseeing the preparation of all financial reporting.
12. Works in coordination with outside auditors in preparing and overseeing the annual financial audit, 403(b) audit, Form 990 tax return, and IL AG-990.  Prepares worksheets, as requested, for the audits and tax return for the auditors’ use.
13. Overall responsibility for the UKG/Kronos Payroll system maintenance and final approval of bi-weekly payroll.
14. Complete projects as requested by the President/CEO.
15. Strong Leadership Skills: ability to influence others, gain consensus, and effectively lead others within the organization.
16. Prepares and oversees the organization’s fundraising goals in coordination with the Development Department.
17. Collaborative and Interpersonal Skills: works cooperatively with others; good listening skills.
18. Works in conjunction with the CEO and CCO to set the organization’s annual Strategic Initiatives and monitors these on a monthly basis.
19. Works in conjunction with the HR Department to secure Group Health Insurance for the company, including review of proposals and review of the final renewal documents.
20. Leads others:  acts decisively by using good judgement and making effective, sound timely and informed decisions; seeks to identify, analyze and resolve problems effectively; demonstrates flexibility and resilience by adjusting priorities to multiple demands and unanticipated events, and modifies decisions and actions in response to changing information and circumstances; fosters continuous improvement and innovation by identifying and implementing improvements and innovations that increase efficiency and enhance work quality.  Promotes ongoing development of staff and takes initiative to assess and self-develop supervisory competencies; fosters integrity by promoting mutual trust and respect by demonstrating high ethical standards by treating others fairly and ethically.
21. Manages performance:  supervises and manages performance by building and managing workforce based on organizational goals, budget considerations, and needs.  Ensures tasks are appropriately delegated and completed by monitoring performance against predetermined standards and requirements while holding staff accountable.  Trains and develops employees, provides constructive performance feedback and appraisals, and takes appropriate corrective action to address performance and conduct issues.  Understands the “big picture” and interrelationships of programs, systems, and activities, establishes vision and direction for the team.  Acts as a catalyst for organizational change by developing and implementing organizational vision that integrates with organizational goals, priorities and values.  Provides and fosters excellent customer service by anticipating the needs of both internal and external customers.  Manages projects and functions by leading initiatives in the workplace.
22. Communication: Prepares clear, concise, and well-organized written documents and oral presentations.  Conveys information clearly, confidently, and with the proper tone.  Facilitates open communication.  Uses discretion and demonstrates sensitivity to confidential concerns.  Listens effectively and provides appropriate feedback.  Proactively anticipates, manages, and constructively resolves conflicts and disagreements; identifies ways conflict can lead to positive change; takes appropriate action to address conflicts.  Builds and maintains effective relationships to share information, establish partnerships, and leverages expertise to accomplish the organization’s goals.
23. Ability to support, demonstrate, and celebrate evidence of Hospice of Southern Illinois core values.
24. Appropriately manages Paid Time Off, per the guidelines set forth in the Employee Handbook and Benefits Manual.
25. Other duties as assigned.

• Please visit www.hospice.org/careers  for insurance costs and additional information on benefits.
• Accrual of Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Benefits (EIB)
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Healthcare Medical Insurance. Company pays 100% of the executive employee’s health insurance premiums and contributes 15% towards the health insurance premiums for spouses or children.
• Medical FSA for Traditional PPO Health Insurance Plans
• Dependent Care FSA
• HSAs for High Deductible Health Insurance Plans with an employer contribution
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental Insurance
• Monthly Cell Phone Allowance of $ 113.00
• BCBS Vision Insurance
• BCBS Basic Life and AD&D insurance (Paid for by the company)
• BCBS Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance for the employee, spouse, or children
• BCBS Short-Term Disability
• BCBS Long-Term Disability (Paid for by the company)
• Tuition Reimbursement of $3,500 annually after one year of employment for approved courses.
• Student Loan Reimbursement of $2,500 annually after one year of employment
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with a company match up to 3% in 2025.
• Employee Assistance Program from Mine & Associates
• McKendree University 10% Tuition Discount and SIUE 5% Tuition Discount
• Recruitment Referral Reward Program
• Discounts from select companies (auto, cellphone, etc.)
• Earn Burgundy Bucks which can be spent on items such as clothing and services in the Employee Portal.
• Wellness Reimbursement of $200 annually for gym memberships, marathons, and weight loss programs.