Executive Director Market Finance at UnityPoint Health

Des Moines, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Strategy, Operational Performance, Financial Planning, Forecasting, Performance Improvement, Change Leadership, Business Acumen, Financial Insights, Budgeting, Productivity Management, Revenue Optimization, Expense Management, Capital Stewardship, Financial Analysis, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement

Industry

Description

Overview Executive Director, Market Finance OperationsUnityPoint Health – Des Moines Location: Des Moines, IA UnityPoint Health – Des Moines is seeking a dynamic and strategic Executive Director (ED) of Market Finance Operations to serve as a key advisor to senior leadership and oversee the financial performance of all entities within the Central Iowa Health System (CIHS / UPH‑DM). Reporting directly to the Des Moines Market CFO, this leader will play a critical role in driving financial strategy, operational performance, and long‑term sustainability across the market. The Executive Director will partner closely with Affiliate, Market, and System leadership to align financial planning, forecasting, and performance improvement initiatives with organizational goals. What We’re Looking For A seasoned healthcare/hospital finance leader with strong business acumen and a proven ability to translate financial insights into actionable strategy. Experience leading complex, multi‑entity financial operations within a matrixed organization. Demonstrated success in financial planning, forecasting, performance improvement, and change leadership. A collaborative, influential partner who can engage operational leaders and drive results through strong relationships. Ability to balance strategic vision with operational execution in a fast‑paced, evolving healthcare environment. Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Provide strategic financial leadership and advisory support to the UnityPoint Health – Des Moines senior leadership team. Lead market‑wide financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, productivity management, and overall financial operations. Develop, implement, and execute financial strategies, systems, and processes that optimize current and future operational performance. Analyze operating results and identify opportunities for revenue optimization, expense management, and capital stewardship. Oversee, direct, and organize the work of the market finance team, fostering accountability, collaboration, and professional growth. Direct the preparation of short‑ and long‑range financial plans and budgets aligned with corporate goals and growth objectives. Support development and monitoring of the annual operating and capital budgets, ensuring progress toward established performance targets. Coordinate financial analysis and reporting for business plans in partnership with leaders across the market. Ensure integration of financial planning tools across strategic, operational, quality, and performance management processes. Serve as a trusted market consultant on finance‑related and day‑to‑day operational issues, escalating material risks or performance concerns to senior leadership as appropriate. Collaborate with Affiliate, Market, and System leaders to identify and execute financial performance improvement initiatives that support strategic positioning and long‑term success. Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting or business required. Masters degree (MHSA, MBA, MHA) preferred Experience: Five years of progressive financial leadership experience in highly matrixed health system.

Responsibilities

This role provides strategic financial leadership and advisory support to senior leadership, leading market-wide financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and overall financial operations. The director will develop and execute financial strategies and oversee the market finance team to optimize performance and ensure alignment with organizational goals.