Vice President | Operational Finance

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Department:Finance with matrix reporting to Operations

Reports to:Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

The Opportunity:

Emplify Health is seeking a strategic and experienced Vice President of Operational Finance to lead the financial management and strategic planning of operational activities across the enterprise. This role partners closely with senior operational leaders and the CFO to develop and execute financial strategies that enhance efficiency, profitability, and sustainable growth. The VP Operational Finance will have a critical role in shaping financial decision-making and driving organizational transformation.

The successful candidate will oversee system-level financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, ensuring alignment with the organization's overall goals. They will serve with autonomy on governance, M&A, and enterprise committees, influencing key initiatives and decisions. Additionally, the VP will build and lead a high-performing finance team that supports regional CFOs and operational leaders.

This position offers the opportunity to improve and extend budgeting processes and ERP systems enterprise-wide, centralize business office functions, and shift local leaders' focus from operational management to strategic change. The role is ideal for a seasoned finance leader with strong business acumen and a collaborative approach who is passionate about operational finance and organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develops and executes financial plans to meet performance targets.

• Drives results at the regional level including operating priorities, facility plans, long-range planning, pro forma, accountability, and analytics.

• Improves budgeting processes and extends ERP systems across the enterprise.

• Influences critical access hospital (CAH) leadership and advisory board relationships.

• Centralizes business office functions to enhance efficiency.

• Proactively identifies budget variances and develops action plans with COOs.

• Mentors and builds a strong, capable finance team.

• Participates in governance, M&A, and enterprise committees with autonomy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field required; MBA or similar degree preferred.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.

• 10+ years of finance experience, including at least 5 years in senior leadership, preferably in operational finance.

• Proven expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.

• Strong knowledge of financial systems, accounting practices, and operational finance principles.

• Strong business acumen with expertise in risk-reward models.

• Ability to communicate, analyze, and synthesize complex financial data into actionable insights.

• Experience with core finance processes: long-range planning, budgeting, cost accounting.

• Skilled in change management and influencing organizational change.

The Organization:

Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwest's most respected healthcare systems, Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. Once neighbors, we are now partners, united in our mission to provide exceptional care to our communities. As a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network, we have headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Our extensive network includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics, serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. With over 4,500 dedicated nurses and providers, we are committed to delivering primary, specialty and emergency care, along with innovative medical education programs.

• Mission: Together, we inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating.

• Vision: Leading with love, we courageously commit to a future of healthy people and thriving communities.

• Values:Belonging, Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Teamwork, Humility

The Communities:

• About Us:Bellin and Gundersen Health Systems, headquartered in Green Bay, WI, and La Crosse, WI, respectively, are now united as Emplify Health. We serve communities across Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, and Michigan's Upper Peninsula, providing primary, specialty, and emergency care.

• About La Crosse, WI:La Crosse is a vibrant city nestled along the Mississippi River, known for its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. It offers a high quality of life with excellent schools, diverse recreational activities, and a strong sense of community. Our La Crosse Campus is home to Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center, providing specialized care and a wide range of outpatient services.For more information on La Crosse, please visit: https://www.explorelacrosse.com/

• About Green Bay, WI:Green Bay, famous for its passionate sports culture and the Green Bay Packers, is a thriving city with a welcoming community. It boasts a robust economy, top-notch educational institutions, and numerous parks and recreational facilities. Bellin Health's flagship campus in Green Bay is renowned for its emphasis on preventive healthcare and specialties like cardiac, orthopedics, and mental health.For more information, please visit: https://www.greenbay.com/

Why consider Emplify Health?

• Tailored Benefits Package: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that varies based on your location. To learn more about the specific benefits available in your area, please inquire with the recruiter during the application process.

• Flexible work location: While this role offers some flexibility in work location, candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of La Crosse or Green Bay, WI due to frequent on-site needs.

• Comprehensive Care:Be part of a team that delivers compassionate, patient-centered care across multiple specialties.

• Community Impact:Work in communities where your contributions make a tangible difference in people's lives.

• Professional Growth:Access continuous learning opportunities and career development programs.

• Collaborative Environment:Join a supportive network of healthcare professionals committed to excellence.

We invite qualified candidates to apply for this pivotal leadership role and contribute to driving financial and operational excellence across the health system.

Application Process:

Please note, the position is being sourced via an executive search firm. Interested and qualified candidates are directed to submit their application materials (CV/resume required) at the apply link, or can reach out directly to Kasey Kirschbaum, kmkirsch@gundersenhealth.org. Kasey can also be reached by phone at 608-775-5606. All submissions will be forwarded to the executive search firm contact.

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267.

We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values - belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility - our pillars set our foundation and our future.

Equal Opportunity Employer