(1286) Chief Financial Officer

Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer of Bluebonnet Trails Community Services (the Center), the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) has oversight of and responsibility for services including financial planning, accounting, , contracts management, reimbursement services and revenue cycle management, business measurement and monitoring, health plan management and development, credentialing, client benefits, data analysis and data exchanges, facilities management and progressing information technology. The primary responsibility is to provide insight into the strategic planning for the Center by optimizing available financial and personnel resources. The CFO will provide leadership ensuring effective, comprehensive and cost-effective care while achieving organizational goals and objectives. These resources include adequate staffing, budget analysis, planning for short- and long-term financial sustainability and assessment of the productivity of the BTCS workforce. This position partners with the Executive Leadership Team developing long term goals, as well as annual objectives for the organization in accordance with the Mission Statement and annual goals established by the Board of Trustees. As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, the CFO is responsible for reporting on agency financial  performance advising Team Members of opportunities for improving efficiency and effectiveness across all organizational divisions; developing and adhering to system policies and procedures; and developing, accessing and analyzing a wide variety of specialized, complex reports and documents related to financial operations and the business of those operations—for the purpose of successful forecasting, planning and development of the comprehensive service array for the organization. In collaboration with the leadership team, the CFO is responsible for identifying and monitoring accurate and timely budgets within available funding streams; directing and providing oversight of our resources to effectively work within the budgets; supporting sustainability of valued programs; improving system performance through successful linkage of financial, clinical and data professionals in the decision making, planning and implementation process; developing and supporting technology as accessible, user-friendly and robust communications tools; and successfully and effectively managing change in the organization. The CFO demonstrates knowledge of healthcare environment whereby knowledge of business management procedures is required through education, certification and/or experience and demonstrates:

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from the Board of Trustees, Chief Executive Officer, managers and the general public.
• Ability to develop, analyze, interpret and communicate successes, outliers and trends representing the health of the Center.
• Ability to prepare reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts to create graphs and charts, spreadsheets and financial forecasts for effective communication.
• Knowledge of the Texas Behavioral Health Medicaid program including Managed Care.
• Knowledge of electronic health systems, security and privacy requirements and methods.
• Knowledge of contracts and contracting procedures using the Texas Council Risk Management Fund as a legal resource.

The CFO supervises the following systems for the benefit of all Center operations.

• Information Technology
• Accounting
• Financial Analysis
• Health Plan Management
• Contracts Management
• Reimbursement
• Purchasing and Facilities

The CFO is informed by data; ensures the Bluebonnet Trails leadership team and staff are educated about the findings, successes and potential risks; and is able to discern and articulate strategic direction from data analysis.

This position is responsible for developing and maintaining effective internal and external relationships.  Maintains effective relationships with state agencies including Health and Human Service Commission, Department of Family and Protective Services, Department of State Health Services and others.   In the absence of the Chief Executive Officer, this position is delegated signatory authority over contract execution. The ability to understand and ensure organization compliance to rigorous governmental, funding, licensure and certification regulations is necessary. This position is responsible for accurately responding to the financial reporting expectations of local, state and federal funding agencies in collaboration with the staff supervised by this position.

In partnership with the entire Bluebonnet Trails Community Services leadership team and staff, this position is responsible for demonstrating the Mission and Values of the Center.

Location: Remote serving all Bluebonnet Trails Community Services counties (Bastrop, Burnet, Caldwell, Fayette, Gonzales, Guadalupe, Lee, Williamson counties)

Salary: TBD

Join our dynamic and enthusiastic Team dedicated to continuously improving the health and independence of the persons we serve.

Click on https://bbtrails.org/work-with-us/ for additional details on other rewards and compensation, including our excellent benefits package and generous leave accruals!