Job Description

All duties and responsibilities are to be performed in accordance with VITAS Healthcare Corporation's policies, procedures, guidelines, contractual commitments, and governmental regulations.

•Define and implements key performance indicators and strategic objectives for the finance division and, as appropriate, the entire organization; facilitates measurement of those objectives, reporting results to the executive team.

•Drafts business plans for annual budget and new services, and markets.

•Ensures compliance with federal, state, local, and organizational laws, regulations, guidelines, and best practices, including but not limited to tax laws, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), federal acquisition regulations (FAR), and cost accounting standards (CAS).

•Facilitates implementation of new systems and major modifications of existing systems.

•Establishes, directs, coordinates, and administers a plan for the control of financial operations.

•Provides executive management with financial analyses for timely and effective decision making.

•Provides data for and/or assists in establishing major economic objectives and policies for the company.

•Prepares reports that outline the company's financial position in the areas of income, expenses and earnings based on past, present and future operations.

•Review, analyzes and interprets all financial and budgetary reports, making recommendations to senior management, and directs preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.

•Prepares necessary schedules and reports for government agencies.

•Arranges audits of the company's accounts and establishes necessary controls to safeguard the company's assets.

•Directs the operations of the financial reporting department, accounting, revenue cycle management, and accounts payables and contracting.

•Responsible for communication and interface with Parent company for financial reporting requirements.

•Responsible for corporate wide compliance with Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) to include monitoring of results.

•Performs related duties as required. This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor or management.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Experience:

•Seven to ten years prior progressive financial management experience, preferably within the healthcare industry.

•Ability to work on various assignments simultaneously.

•Ability to communicate tactfully, verbally and in writing with department heads, managers, coworkers, and vendors to resolve problems and negotiate resolutions.

•Working knowledge of computers, internet access, and the ability to navigate within an automated system as well as a variety of software packages such as Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration or related field from an accredited college or university or the international equivalent preferred. MBA of CPA preferred.

Certification & Licensure:

Certified Public Accounting designation preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

About Us

VITAS Healthcare is the nation's leading provider of end-of-life care, and has the resources and expertise to support your personal and professional growth. As a member of the VITAS team, you'll find fulfillment working for a people-focused organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. You will be more than just an employee: You will be counted on as an expert in your field, and as a valued team member whose efforts are respected and vital to our hospice mission.

All VITAS employees commit to fulfilling their duties and responsibilities with the highest regard for professionalism, collaboration and teamwork, and an eye focused constantly on growth and improvement. We serve with commitment and compassion, and position ourselves for the future by embracing, innovating, and leading change. If you are that person, make your voice heard-find your purpose at VITAS today.

Benefits Include:

- Competitive compensation - Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance - Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts - Life insurance - 401(k) plan with numerous investment options and generous company match - Cancer and/or critical illness benefit - Tuition Reimbursement - Paid Time Off - Employee Assistance Program - Legal Insurance - Roadside Assistance - Affinity Program

Many of our positions offer the opportunity to work day or night shifts, weekdays or weekends.

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