Chief Financial Officer

The Emily Program

  • Roseville, Minnesota
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a mission-critical executive responsible for driving financial performance, enterprise value creation, and operational discipline across a multi-state behavioral health organization specializing in eating disorders. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, this leader will own financial infrastructure, performance visibility, and capital strategy to stabilize, scale, and optimize the business.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationRoseville, Minnesota
    Websitehttps://emilyprogram.com/careers/

    Description

    Our vision is a world of peaceful relationships with food, weight, and body image, where everyone with an eating disorder can experience recovery. We believe that exceptional, individualized care leads to lasting recovery from eating disorders. That’s why our teams are comprised of compassionate, dedicated professionals from a variety of backgrounds who collaborate to provide the very best evidence-based care for our clients at all levels of care. 

    Position Overview

    The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a mission-critical executive responsible for driving financial performance, enterprise value creation, and operational discipline across a multi-state behavioral health organization specializing in eating disorders. Reporting to the CEO and partnering closely with the Board and investors, the CFO will lead financial strategy in a private equity–backed turnaround environment.

    As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, this leader will own financial infrastructure, performance visibility, and capital strategy to stabilize, scale, and optimize the business. The CFO will drive EBITDA growth through strong financial management, revenue cycle transformation, and close partnership with operations and clinical leadership.

    Location & Travel

    • Remote, US based role ( must be able to work for any employer in the US unrestricted) 
    • Travel, 10-20% Across Multiple Sites

    Compensation 

    Typical Range is $250,000-$350,000 plus incentive pay

    Final Compensation offered will be within pay range based on qualifications/experience met for the position.

    How CFOs Empower Recovery

    Financial Strategy & Performance

    Drive EBITDA growth through margin expansion, cost optimization, and operational efficiency

    Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning aligned with value creation goals

    Develop clear financial insights, including variance analysis and performance drivers

    Partner with executive leadership to align financial strategy with growth initiatives

    Reporting & Analytics

    Ensure accurate, timely financial reporting and investor-grade dashboards

    Establish KPI frameworks linking clinical, operational, and financial performance

    Create a “single source of truth” for data integrity and decision-making

    Revenue Cycle & Cash Management

    Lead end-to-end revenue cycle optimization (billing, collections, denials, authorizations)

    Improve cash flow, DSO, and net revenue realization

    Partner with clinical and operations teams to optimize reimbursement and patient flow

    Turnaround & Operational Execution

    Lead financial aspects of turnaround initiatives, including cost restructuring and productivity improvement

    Identify underperformance and implement corrective action plans

    Drive financial accountability at site and department levels

    Treasury & Capital Structure

    Oversee cash flow, liquidity, and capital allocation

    Manage lender relationships, debt structures, and covenant compliance

    M&A & Growth

    Lead financial diligence, valuation, and integration for acquisitions

    Support expansion through disciplined financial modeling and ROI analysis

    Systems, Controls & Compliance

    Enhance financial systems, processes, and internal controls

    Ensure audit readiness and compliance with healthcare and multi-state regulations

     Board & Investor Relations

    Serve as primary financial liaison to Board and private equity sponsors

    Deliver clear reporting on performance, risks, and value creation progress

    Leadership

    Build and lead a high-performing finance and revenue cycle team

    Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and data-driven decision-making

     

    Qualifications

    Education

    Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required

    MBA, CPA, or equivalent preferred

    Experience

    • 15+ years of progressive financial leadership, including CFO or senior finance roles
    • Experience in private equity–backed healthcare services (behavioral health preferred)
    • Proven track record driving EBITDA growth and financial transformation
    • Deep expertise in revenue cycle management and payer dynamics
    • Experience with capital markets, debt financing, and lender negotiations
    • M&A and post-acquisition integration experience
    • Strong track record building and leading high-performing teams

    Personal Attributes

    • Strategic, analytical, and results-driven leader
    • Hands-on with strong ownership mindset
    • Effective communicator with executive, Board, and investor presence
    • Data-driven, transparent, and adaptable in fast-paced environments
    • Mission-driven with a commitment to improving patient outcomes

    Work Environment & Travel

    • Primarily office-based with extended computer use
    • Travel 10–20% across multiple states

    What we offer: 

    Employee Benefits: We understand the importance of a well-rounded benefits package. That’s why we’re dedicated to providing a range of plans to meet your needs.  

    For full-time employees, we offer: 

    • HSA and PPO insurance with HSA or FSA options (Blue Cross Blue Shield) 
    • Dental insurance (Delta Dental)
    • Vision insurance (EyeMed) 
    • Short-term and long-term disability insurance 
    • Company-paid life insurance 
    • 401(k) plan available two months after start date
    • Company 401(k) matching for up to 50% of your contribution, up to 6% of your compensation 

    Paid time off is a crucial part of maintaining work and life balance. Our generous PTO plan accrues annually and begins with your first whole pay period. Eligible employees enjoy seven paid holidays and one floating holiday in addition to their regular PTO. 

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