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Brown University Health

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Brown University Health, Providence, Rhode Island, us, 02912


Summary:Under general direction of the Vice President of Finance and the Executive Vice President/Chief Financial Officer manage the system's financial affairs directing and leading the functions and activities of general accounting, financial reporting, accounts payable, banking administration, and cash receipts accounting, external compliance reporting, and non-patient billing.

Responsibilities:Maintain departmental reports and records and direct the collection of statistical data for administrative and regulatory agencies.Serve as a consultant regarding the systems financial affairs, departmental needs, and problem resolution. Develop, maintain, and enforce the Finance Department's policies and procedures.Plan and direct the financial reporting and accounting practices of the organization to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles as well as disclosure and regulatory requirements.Promote a customer service orientation within the Finance Department reflecting a commitment to providing accurate, timely, and meaningful financial reports that meet the needs of all customers/users.Assure the financial integrity of Brown University Health and Affiliates by maintaining a strong system of internal controls to safeguard assets and assess operating performance as compared to budget.Responsible for accounting for cash receipts of all affiliates. Work with applicable Directors within Patient Financial Services (PFS) to coordinate information flow between PFS and Finance.Accountable for the systems non-patient billing function including invoicing and accounting procedures, cash receipts posting, and follow-up of unpaid invoices.Uphold effective working relationships with appropriate external parties including Brown University Health's investment custodian, independent auditors, regulators, banks, and other parties.Liaise with the Finance Committee of the Board of Directors.Direct the accounting operations of Brown University Health's affiliated offshore captive insurance company R.I. Sound Enterprises Insurance Co. Ltd.Maintain accounting and funding models and related estimates for health insurance, dental insurance, and disability self-insurance reserves (IBNR).Responsible for Brown University Health's quarterly and annual consolidated financial statement package for public distribution as mandated by the Continuing Disclosure Requirements included in the Brown University Health Obligated Group's bond documents.Monthly meet with the Director of Information Services (I/S) to obtain/analyze detailed information necessary for proper expense accruals/classification of the entire I/S budget in connection with the closing of the Brown University Health Corporate Services financial statements.Responsible for monthly financial statements of Brown University Health Corporate Services, Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, Emma Pendleton Bradley Hospital, Bradley School, Brown University Health Management Services Organization, and Brown University Health Home Medical.Prepare and deliver monthly financial update for Brown University Health and Affiliates at the Brown University Health Corporate Services management meeting.Establish and maintain accounting and financial reporting systems to meet the needs of Brown University Health and its affiliates. Provide complete and accurate records of assets, liabilities, and financial transactions for all Brown University Health entities.Plan, direct, and coordinate functions and activities in general accounting, financial reporting, accounts payable, banking administration, external compliance reporting, and non-patient billing.Evaluate procedures to improve methods for reducing costs of accounting operations and improve workflow on an ongoing basis.Participate in administrative staff meetings, meetings of applicable Brown University Health Board Committees, and quality improvement teams and attend other meetings as needed.Participate in professional continuing education activities and maintain professional affiliations to keep abreast of related trends/changes, regulations, and legislation.Maintain quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control in accordance with established Brown University Health department policies, procedures, and objectives.Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications-Education:Bachelor of Science in Accounting or equivalent; CPA or MBA required.

Qualifications-Experience:Ten years progressive health care financial and accounting experience with at least three years supervisor responsibility. Strong leadership, technology, analytical, and communication skills. Knowledge of and aptitude for current regulatory and compliance practices.

Supervision:Perform direct and indirect supervision through subordinate managers/supervisors of up to 60 full-time equivalents. Supervision includes hiring and evaluating as well as recommendations of personnel actions as needed.

Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetics, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran, or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Location:

Brown University Health Corporate Services USA: RI: Providence

Work Type:

Full Time

Shift:

Shift 1

Union:

Non-Union#J-18808-Ljbffr