Lifeline Connections

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Lifeline Connections is a community-based behavioral health organization that specializes in providing confidential and compassionate care to individuals who experience substance use and/or mental health conditions. Our Vision - As the premier provider of substance use and mental health services in the Pacific Northwest, we are respected and the most trusted resource for behavioral health treatment and whole-person care. We provide a comprehensive continuum of coordinated quality services, foster enduring relationships, and empower our communities to truly thrive. Our Mission - Through superior customer service, high quality programs, and well-trained and dedicated staff, we inspire hope and support lifesaving changes for people affected by substance use and mental health conditions. ----------------------------------------   Chief Financial Officer   Major Duties:  The Vice President of Finance and Operations works closely with the President and CEO in program planning, agency strategic planning, and agency financial planning.  The employee provides program and system oversight in conjunction with other executive team members including the daily supervision of agency facilities and equipment, training of staff, compliance with state and federal codes and state and county contracts. The Vice President of Finance and Operations manages, plans, and coordinates the financial activities of the organization’s budget; provides financial coordination activities with programs and outside agencies, and provides highly responsible and complex financial analysis and budget assistance to the program staff.  Responsible for working with the President and CEO, agency staff, community leaders and other interested parties in the development and implementation of new programs.   In fulfilling these duties, the incumbent performs the following duties independently:   * Coordinate the organization, staffing, and operational activities for the accounting and administrative departments, including payroll, accounting, information technology, facilities, food service, revenue cycle management, and patient admissions; * Ensures that continuous quality improvement addresses and is in compliance with WACs, RCWs, CARF standards, GAAP and Federal Regulations; * Ensures that the agency treatment programs are maintained in such a way to be in substantial compliance with the Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR), CARF standards and the Department of Health (DOH) certification reviews; * Prepares and submits statistical reports to the President and Chief Executive Officer for program compliance with contract performance indicators; * Supervises financial and operations staff; * Identifies and pursues program expansion and service opportunities; * In conjunction with the other executive team staff, ensures administrative, personnel, and clinical policy and procedure manuals are developed, adhered to, and reviewed at least annually; * In conjunction with the other executive team staff, ensure that sufficient qualified personnel are employed to provide adequate behavioral health treatment, facility security, and other special needs of patients;  * Routinely reviews and analyzes agency wide and program specific systems and operations to ensure optimum utilization of resources and services;  * Initiates and participates in staff recruitment activities; * Serve as resource to the Board of Directors and the Board’s Finance Committee; * Participate in the development and implementation of financial and budgetary goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the organization; identify resource needs; recommend and implement policies and procedures; Ensure GAAP compliance. * Develop, prepare, and participate in the implementation of short and long-range financial plans of the organization; as well as participate as an integral member of the executive management team in the overall operations and strategic planning of the organization; * Develop a yearly computerized organizational budget, directly manage the organizational budget with direct communication with the Finance Committee, Chief Executive Officer and Program Directors; participate with operational and financial audits as required; work with external entities to effectively coordinate finance, budgetary and grants management matters; forecast additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; direct the monitoring of expenditures; recommend adjustments as necessary; * Regularly meet with Program Directors to provide status to budget versus actual revenues and expense, along with analysis and recommendations pertaining to minimizing activity costs and maximizing activity revenues; * Serve as administrative budget controller, managing costs and budget variances.  Prepare administrative budget submissions and necessary revisions for the operating budget process;  * Ensure all contracted services and grant awards are billed timely and accurately, maximizing revenue and limiting outstanding receivables; monitor expenditures and revenues for compliance with appropriate budgets. * Participate in the development of budgets for competitive grant proposals and for use in the solicitation, selection and contracting of services. * Other duties as assigned    Requirements: * Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance and at least 10 years of supervisory experience and demonstrated experience and expertise in program management and development. Preference will be given to those that have experience working in a nonprofit agency with large government contracts;   Masters degree with 5 years of supervisory experience and demonstrated experience and expertise in program management and development preferred. Current CPA or CMA preferred. * Demonstrated ability to develop and work effectively within a team environment; * Ability to manage subordinates whose primary responsibility is managing staff; * Ability to work with multiple simultaneous priorities; * Able to articulate large-scale issues affecting the agency and community; * Able to analyze information and act accordingly; * Demonstrated knowledge of program development, implementation and management;  * Ability to professionally represent the agency in all interactions; * Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing; * Great attendance; and * Ability to work well with others.   Salary: $145,000 - 165,000 DOE ----------------------------------------   Application Process: To apply electronically for this position, please click "Apply Now" or visit our ADP career center. For more information on this and other positions, please visit our website at www.lifelineconnections.org [https://www.lifelineconnections.org/]   The Benefits: Lifeline Connections strives to be your employer of choice by offering our regular/full-time employees a generous benefits package. Our comprehensive plans include options for medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents. We also offer other benefits, such as: employer paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, and supplemental coverage. Full-time employees and some part-time employees may also qualify to enroll in our 401(K) plan. On top of all that, part and full time employees enjoy a competitive PTO rate (accrual rates increase with years of service), as well as paid and personal holidays!  Send us your resume and let's talk about you joining our team!