Director Finance - System Capital Planning

About the role

The Role Providence is seeking a mission-minded Director, Finance to lead capital planning activities while providing financial oversight for assigned ministries.

Responsibilities

• Lead the organization’s capital planning process, including development of enterprise capital plans, prioritization frameworks, and investment recommendations
• Partner with operational, clinical, and functional leaders to evaluate capital requests and assess strategic alignment
• Design and construct financial analyses including ROI, cash flow modeling, scenario modeling, affordability analysis, and risk assessment
• Develop governance processes and executive-ready materials for capital decision-making
• Monitor capital portfolio performance and recommend adjustments to optimize capital deployment
• Align strategic priorities, operational needs, and financial constraints in capital allocation decisions
• Assist the Service Area Chief Financial Officer and senior leaders in financial oversight of assigned ministries
• Monitor ministry financial performance and support achievement of financial targets
• Review monthly financial statements to ensure accurate reflection of operational and clinical services
• Aid in financial statement preparation, including contractual analysis, revenue recognition, and expense accruals
• Support development of ministry budgets and long-term financial strategies
• Perform budget variance analysis and support improvement planning
• Coordinate monthly financial review processes with ministry leadership
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools to enable performance visibility
• Support productivity management through benchmarking, target setting, and staffing matrix implementation
• Analyze service line (Institute) financial performance to inform operational decisions
• Participate in ministry management meetings and cross-functional planning discussions
• Serve as a key liaison across finance, accounting, payroll, and operational teams, while supporting capital project execution, ministry budgeting, and financial planning
• Lead a high-performing team, providing coaching, development, and accountability, and fostering an inclusive environment aligned with Providence values

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Certified Public Accountant (preferred upon hire)
• HFMA or FACHE (preferred upon hire)
• 8 years in a leadership role or capacity
• 10 or more years of closely related experience
• Strong knowledge of financial principles and practices with the ability to apply them effectively
• Ability to use mathematical methods and formulas to solve complex problems
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial and operational data
• Ability to analyze information, evaluate results, and determine appropriate solutions
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Effective written communication skills appropriate to audience and context
• Excellent collaboration and team-building skills
• Effective conflict management skills
• Ability to build strong relationships with customers, executive leadership, and stakeholders through positive interaction and problem resolution
• Healthcare Business Acumen Knowledge and understanding of healthcare trends and industry changes
• Understanding of integrated delivery systems within large, multi-site health systems
• Decision Making & Organizational Effectiveness Ability to represent the organization with external customers and stakeholders
• Demonstrates high levels of accuracy, even under pressure
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to make decisions based on accurate and timely analysis
• Productivity & Execution Ability to operate within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlines
• Drive multiple projects to successful completion
• Prioritize responsibilities and manage workload effectively
• Demonstrated ability to define, develop, and analyze performance measures and metrics
• Project Management Demonstrated project management and planning skills
• Experience directing projects, coordinating operational teams, and managing project budgets
• Manage timelines effectively and escalate issues as appropriate
• Technical & Systems Proficiency Working knowledge of desktop software applications (e.g., MS Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, Internet, Email)
• Knowledge of standard office practices, procedures, and equipment
• Knowledge of health information technology and its use in improving care delivery (e.g., EMR, disease registries, IVR)