Chief Financial Officer

Griffin Health is seeking an accomplished healthcare finance executive to serve as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This is a highly visible opportunity to help shape the financial future of an independent, not-for-profit healthcare organization known for its commitment to person-centered care and its community.

Griffin Health is anchored by Griffin Hospital, a 160-bed acute care community teaching hospital, and delivers hospital, primary, and specialty care throughout Connecticuts Lower Naugatuck Valley and neighboring communities. Griffin Health is the parent company of, and serves as the flagship model for Planetree International, the internationally recognized organization that pioneered a patient-centered approach to healthcare.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the President and CEO and serving on the senior leadership team, the CFO will lead financial strategy and operations across Griffin Health. Key priorities include:

• Strengthening operating performance, liquidity, and long-term financial sustainability
• Advancing revenue cycle performance and modernization
• Leveraging automation and AI to improve financial operations
• Overseeing reimbursement, managed care, treasury, debt, capital planning, and the 340B program
• Supporting service-line growth, physician recruitment, and strategic investments
• Developing a strong finance team and strengthening partnerships across clinical and operational leadership

Ideal Candidate

Griffin seeks a hands-on, collaborative healthcare finance leader with:

• 7-10 years of progressive healthcare financial leadership experience
• Significant senior-level experience within an acute care hospital-based organization Expertise in hospital finance, revenue cycle, reimbursement, managed care, cash flow, debt, and capital planning
• Understanding of daily operations and willingness to contribute to analysis and problem-solving.
• A track record of improving financial and operational performance
• Experience working effectively with executive teams, Boards, physicians, and operational leaders Prior hospital CFO experience is preferred, although accomplished VP or deputy finance leaders ready to step into a CFO role will be considered. A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline and a master's degree are required; CPA designation is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range of $450,000 to $550,000 reflects a good faith estimate of the potential base compensation for this leadership position at the time of posting. This range is subject to change and may be updated in the future. Actual compensation will be determined by various factors, including (but not limited to) years of relevant experience, education, credentials, etc.

Derby, CT

The area combines established neighborhoods, small-town communities, and access to the cultural and professional resources of nearby New Haven. The region offers a range of residential settings, from Valley neighborhoods to surrounding suburban and more rural communities. Nearby New Haven provides access to Yale University, museums and galleries, theater, live music, and a well-known dining scene.

Outdoor recreation is readily available through the Derby Greenway, Osbornedale State Park, and nearby trails and open spaces. Long Island Sound adds opportunities for beach outings and boating. Route 8 connects the Valley to the wider region, and the Derby-Shelton station on Metro-Norths Waterbury Branch provides rail connections toward New York City.

Procedure for Candidacy

Interested candidates are asked to reach out to the individual listed below. Referrals are also welcome.

Beth Ross

Consultant, C-Suite Executive Search

617-905-6164

Beth.ross@amnhealthcare.com

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