Finance Director in Palmyra, Maine at Hometown Health Center

Job Description

Position Title:

Director of Finance

Department:

Finance

Reports To:

Chief Executive Officer

Supervises:

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Last Revised/Approved:

July 28, 2026

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Finance serves as the financial leader of Hometown Health Center (HHC), a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) committed to providing comprehensive, high-quality, patient-centered care to all members of our community regardless of ability to pay. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Director of Finance is responsible for the accuracy, integrity, and strategic direction of HHC's financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and revenue cycle performance.

The Director of Finance provides direct oversight of the Staff Accountant and Billing & Revenue Coordinator, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), HRSA financial reporting requirements, and applicable federal and state regulations. This leader serves as a key financial partner to the CEO, Board of Directors, and organizational leadership in driving fiscal sustainability, sound internal controls, and data-driven decision making aligned with HHC's mission, vision, and values.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Planning & Budgeting

Accounting & Financial Reporting

Revenue Cycle & Billing Oversight

Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

Leadership & Team Management

Strategic Financial Partnership

Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities

COMPETENCIES:

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by the Incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods and operate a standard computer keyboard and mouse, as well as talk and hear. The employee may occasionally be required to stand, walk, and lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel to HHC practice locations and off-site meetings may be required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the incumbent encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is performed primarily in an administrative office setting within a busy medical office environment, with frequent deadlines and periodic interruptions. This role requires the ability to manage competing priorities, maintain accuracy under time pressure, and exercise sound judgment on sensitive financial matters.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED FOR POSITION:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) certification preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including budget development and reporting, general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and annual audit required.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Experience in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), community health center, or physician practice setting strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of healthcare revenue cycle management, HRSA financial reporting requirements, and value-based care payment models preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present financial information to the CEO, Board, and staff.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Excel and financial/accounting software systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of professional judgment and discretion in handling confidential financial and organizational information.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case by case basis.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

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