East Regional Director of Finance

Director of Finance - Mercy

Location: St. Louis, MO

Supporting East Region (Mercy St. Louis, South, Washington, Jefferson and Lincoln)

What You'll Do

• Partner with hospital and health system leadership to provide financial analysis, strategic insight and decision support.
• Lead and support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis across assigned ministries.
• Analyze financial results, trends and variances to identify opportunities to improve financial and operational performance.
• Provide timely and accurate financial reporting and actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Maintain strong fiscal controls, GAAP compliance and financial reporting standards.
• Collaborate with operational and clinical leaders to connect financial performance with organizational priorities.
• Lead, develop and mentor finance team members while building strong partnerships across the organization.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of five (5) years of accounting, finance, or related professional experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal day-to-day supervision while effectively meeting job requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with senior executives and board-level leadership.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), including financial statement preparation and disclosure requirements.
• Ability to manage and maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive financial and organizational information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
• Healthcare financial reporting experience.
• Familiarity with healthcare accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements
  

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.