Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists
Director, Finance for a Clinical Department
Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Job Description
The Department of Psychiatry - Financial Management with the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) has an exciting opportunity for a Director, Finance for a Clinical Department.
The Department of Psychiatry has a tripartite mission of Clinical, Education, and Research agendas, serving our surrounding community and the State of Maryland, and providing expertise at a national and international level. We are staffed with 85 full‑time and 30 part‑time faculty, and provide a robust array of evidence‑based services both locally at the University of Maryland Medical Center and remotely to the entire University of Maryland Medical System, which encompasses 13 hospitals.
Benefits Information UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous paid leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave days, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).
UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.
Primary Duties
Provide strategic direction and leadership for the control of a clinical department’s financial operations through the development, enhancement, and guidance of its various functions and staff members.
Oversee management of complex funding and service agreements, patient billing, and managed care contracts.
Review, analyze and interpret all financial and budgetary reports to ensure timely and effective decision‑making by senior management.
Collaborate with upper‑level management and other directors within the business unit and throughout the campus to ensure delivery of high‑quality service.
Provide general direction and leadership for all aspects of the financial functions within a clinical department in order to maintain efficient operation.
Direct the income of the department and divisions, coordinate payments from different budget sources, and manage purchasing of supplies and other expenses.
Maintain financial management systems and internal controls required to safeguard departmental operations and ensure accurate financial data.
Direct budgeting and financial reporting, tracking all financial transactions, reporting to external agencies, and providing detailed financial plans to the department head.
Oversee all financial transactions for clinical revenue, including annual audits, tax return preparation, and cash management.
Manage assigned staff in the efficient and confidential processing of all financial transactions.
Direct payroll and fringe benefits systems, coordinating multi‑employment entities (UMB, UMMS, UPI, private practice, and VA).
Ensure efficient recruitment, interviewing, and training functions, continually reviewing strengths and weaknesses of staff.
Develop, direct, and implement critical clinical financial projects to ensure efficient and effective processes and practices.
Define and deliver key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards to track operational performance.
Partner with management on a regular basis to set strategic goals, budgets, and foster improvements in policies and procedures for the entire clinical department.
Prepare operating and project budget drafts, monitor departmental budgets, and report any significant deviations from approved budgets.
Monitor and oversee all clinical department asset and liability accounts, ensuring proper accounting methodology and policies.
Improve business through constraint analysis, target costing, capital budgeting, and cost‑of‑quality analysis.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, and/or related field. Master’s in related field preferred.
Experience:
Seven (7) years of progressive experience in accounting, financial, and business operations of a clinical department or office, with prior healthcare or higher‑education experience preferred.
Supervisory Experience:
Five (5) years of direct management involved in recruitment, training, and professional development of staff.
Certification/Licensure:
CPA, CMA, CFM, or CIA preferred.
Other:
Annual financial disclosure required by Maryland State law.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of position requirements, applicable regulations and laws, effective use of technology/systems, communication skills, support of mission and strategic vision, instructional and team‑building skills, consultation and change management, and adherence to UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well‑being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.
Hiring Range $143,000 - $160,000, commensurate with education and experience.
EEO Statement UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran’s status, or any other legally protected classification.
Accommodations for Disabilities As required by the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), you may submit an accommodation request during any part of the employment process. Please upload the request to the UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request portal. Only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Title IX and Non‑Discrimination Notice The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non‑Discrimination for more information.
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The Department of Psychiatry has a tripartite mission of Clinical, Education, and Research agendas, serving our surrounding community and the State of Maryland, and providing expertise at a national and international level. We are staffed with 85 full‑time and 30 part‑time faculty, and provide a robust array of evidence‑based services both locally at the University of Maryland Medical Center and remotely to the entire University of Maryland Medical System, which encompasses 13 hospitals.
Benefits Information UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous paid leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave days, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).
UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.
Primary Duties
Provide strategic direction and leadership for the control of a clinical department’s financial operations through the development, enhancement, and guidance of its various functions and staff members.
Oversee management of complex funding and service agreements, patient billing, and managed care contracts.
Review, analyze and interpret all financial and budgetary reports to ensure timely and effective decision‑making by senior management.
Collaborate with upper‑level management and other directors within the business unit and throughout the campus to ensure delivery of high‑quality service.
Provide general direction and leadership for all aspects of the financial functions within a clinical department in order to maintain efficient operation.
Direct the income of the department and divisions, coordinate payments from different budget sources, and manage purchasing of supplies and other expenses.
Maintain financial management systems and internal controls required to safeguard departmental operations and ensure accurate financial data.
Direct budgeting and financial reporting, tracking all financial transactions, reporting to external agencies, and providing detailed financial plans to the department head.
Oversee all financial transactions for clinical revenue, including annual audits, tax return preparation, and cash management.
Manage assigned staff in the efficient and confidential processing of all financial transactions.
Direct payroll and fringe benefits systems, coordinating multi‑employment entities (UMB, UMMS, UPI, private practice, and VA).
Ensure efficient recruitment, interviewing, and training functions, continually reviewing strengths and weaknesses of staff.
Develop, direct, and implement critical clinical financial projects to ensure efficient and effective processes and practices.
Define and deliver key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards to track operational performance.
Partner with management on a regular basis to set strategic goals, budgets, and foster improvements in policies and procedures for the entire clinical department.
Prepare operating and project budget drafts, monitor departmental budgets, and report any significant deviations from approved budgets.
Monitor and oversee all clinical department asset and liability accounts, ensuring proper accounting methodology and policies.
Improve business through constraint analysis, target costing, capital budgeting, and cost‑of‑quality analysis.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, and/or related field. Master’s in related field preferred.
Experience:
Seven (7) years of progressive experience in accounting, financial, and business operations of a clinical department or office, with prior healthcare or higher‑education experience preferred.
Supervisory Experience:
Five (5) years of direct management involved in recruitment, training, and professional development of staff.
Certification/Licensure:
CPA, CMA, CFM, or CIA preferred.
Other:
Annual financial disclosure required by Maryland State law.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of position requirements, applicable regulations and laws, effective use of technology/systems, communication skills, support of mission and strategic vision, instructional and team‑building skills, consultation and change management, and adherence to UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well‑being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.
Hiring Range $143,000 - $160,000, commensurate with education and experience.
EEO Statement UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran’s status, or any other legally protected classification.
Accommodations for Disabilities As required by the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), you may submit an accommodation request during any part of the employment process. Please upload the request to the UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request portal. Only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Title IX and Non‑Discrimination Notice The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non‑Discrimination for more information.
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