--- title: 'Hospital Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at GHJ' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/hospital-chief-financial-officer-cfo-ghj-tulare-d20w47zky6em' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-10' --- # Hospital Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at GHJ - **Company:** GHJ - **Location:** Tulare, CA - **Compensation:** $400k–$500k - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-08-31 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-10 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/ghj/7309cb04-9eef-431d-8deb-673a7ddb3435 ## Job description GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential. A large, community-focused healthcare organization is seeking an accomplished Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its executive leadership team. This is a rare opportunity to lead the financial strategy of a complex healthcare system with projected annual operating revenue exceeding $1 billion and make a significant impact on the long-term health of the organization and the community it serves. Reporting to the CEO, the CFO will provide executive leadership across finance, revenue cycle, treasury, procurement, health information management, and other critical operational functions. The role oversees six Director-level leaders and will partner closely with senior management and the Board of Directors on financial strategy, capital planning, investments, and organizational growth. ## Key Responsibilities - Lead short- and long-term financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and liquidity management - Provide financial and operational leadership across finance, revenue cycle, patient accounting, managed care, materials management, and related functions - Evaluate existing and potential service lines and business ventures through financial modeling and strategic analysis - Manage organizational cash, investments, and capital requirements - Develop and execute financing strategies for operational and capital needs - Manage relationships with banks, lenders, bondholders, and credit rating agencies - Oversee annual external audits and ensure strong financial controls and accountability - Present financial performance, analysis, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership and the Board - Support negotiations with insurance companies, health plans, employers, and other third-party partners ## Qualifications - CPA or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required - Senior-level financial management experience within the acute care hospital healthcare industry required - Strong expertise in healthcare finance, financial planning, treasury, and capital strategy - Proven ability to lead complex financial and operational functions - Executive-level communication and relationship management skills - Ability to effectively partner with senior leadership and Boards on strategic financial decisions Why Join? - Rare executive opportunity—the CFO position is opening for only the second time in more than 20 years - Lead financial strategy for a major healthcare organization with projected operating revenue exceeding $1 billion - Broad executive oversight with meaningful influence across financial and operational functions - Opportunity to make a lasting impact on healthcare delivery and the surrounding community ## #GHJSS #LI-MC1 ## About GHJ ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: GHJ is a national advisory, accounting, and tax firm that partners with clients in niche industries to help them grow and achieve their strategic goals. - **Entity Type**: Private (partnership structure; no public funding rounds disclosed) - **Headquarters**: Los Angeles, California, United States - **Founded**: 1953 - **Founders**: Not publicly available ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Accounting, tax, and advisory services - **Target customers**: B2B – primarily enterprises and nonprofits in the entertainment & media, food & beverage, advertising, and nonprofit sectors - **Mission or purpose statement**: GHJ helps its people and clients pursue their passions, build thriving businesses, create a better future, and #BeMore every day. ## Products & Services - **Tax Services**: Compliance, planning, and strategy for businesses and individuals. - **Audit & Assurance**: Financial statement audits, reviews, and compilations. - **Client Accounting & Advisory Services (CAAS)**: Outsourced accounting, CFO advisory, and interim staffing. - **Transaction Advisory Services (TAS)**: M&A due diligence, valuation, and private equity support. - **Forensic Accounting & Litigation Support**: Investigative services, expert witness testimony, and dispute resolution. - **Management Consulting**: Strategic planning, operational improvement, and technology advisory. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private firm) - **Key Metric**: Annual revenue estimated between $25M and $50M (source: LinkedIn company page) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Affiliated with HLB International, a global network of advisory and accounting firms with resources in over 150 countries. - **Growth Signals**: 19.5% headcount growth year-over-year (230+ employees); recognized as 7th Fastest-Growing Firm; offices in Los Angeles, San Jose, Denver, Orange County, and Buffalo; expanding dispersed workforce. ## Competitive Advantages - **Deep industry specialization**: Focus on entertainment, food & beverage, media & advertising, and nonprofits – niches where GHJ builds deep expertise and long-term client relationships. - **DEIA commitment**: Awarded “DEI-Focused Firm of the Year” and “Employee Experience of the Year” – diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are core to operations. - **Hybrid-first culture**: “Anytime/anywhere” work model with flexible arrangements, unlimited PTO for exempt employees, and dedicated Wellness Weeks. - **Client proximity**: Offices in key US markets plus a dispersed workforce model that allows meeting clients where they are. - **Global reach via HLB**: Seamless access to international resources without losing local focus. ## Strategic Focus - **Invest in people and technology**: Deepen expertise, fuel sustainable growth, and deliver innovative solutions. - **Expand advisory services**: Growing Transaction Advisory Services and CAAS to meet demand from private equity and mid-market clients. - **Strengthen DEIA and community impact**: Through GHJ Foundation, employee grant committees, and matching donations; continue to champion an inclusive workplace. - **Talent retention and development**: Emphasis on mentorship, continuous learning, leadership development, and committee involvement to grow great people. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: “#BeMore” philosophy encourages employees to be their best selves – not just work more. Emphasis on work-life balance, community engagement, and authenticity. - **Hybrid/Remote Policy**: Hybrid work environment is the norm; flexible arrangements for most roles. Dedicated Wellness Weeks (summer and winter) and unlimited PTO for exempt staff. - **Benefits**: Comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, professional development, and matching charitable donations. - **DEIA**: Strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility with internal cohorts and firmwide initiatives. - **Growth Opportunities**: Mentoring program, ongoing training, committee involvement (e.g., recruiting, industry teams, DEIA cohorts), and clear career paths. - **Awards**: Consistently named a “Best Firm to Work For,” “Top 100 Firm,” and recognized for innovation and employee experience. ## Sources 1. [ghjadvisors.com/careers](https://www.ghjadvisors.com/careers) 2. [ghjadvisors.com/about-us](https://www.ghjadvisors.com/about-us) 3. [linkedin.com/company/ghjadvisors](https://linkedin.com/company/ghjadvisors) 4. [jobs.lever.co/ghj](https://jobs.lever.co/ghj) 5. 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