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Finance - Director, FP&A Gross Margin

ArchWell Health, Nashville, TN, United States


Job Summary The Director, FP&A, is a key driver in shaping the financial performance and strategic decision-making within ArchWell Health, a growing PE‑backed Healthcare Services Company. Working closely with cross‑functional teams, this role provides critical insights and recommendations to senior leadership to optimize financial outcomes and support growth initiatives, thereby influencing the company’s strategic direction.

Duties / Responsibilities

Lead the annual budget and monthly forecast processes for company‑wide operating expenses.

Provide ad‑hoc analysis and develop models as needed to support and drive business decisions.

Support implementation and development of an enterprise budgeting and forecasting tool.

Lead the cash forecasting and cash management process.

Identify and quantify risks and opportunities in current financial forecasts and assist in the development and tracking of risk mitigation plans.

Provide direct leadership, coaching, and mentoring to FP&A colleagues.

Business Partnering:

Act as a trusted advisor to senior management, offering financial expertise and insights to inform strategic direction and decision‑making.

Collaborate with leadership to understand business dynamics, operational challenges, and opportunities for performance improvement.

Provide financial guidance and support to leaders to optimize resource allocation and drive profitability.

Strategic Analysis:

Conduct ad‑hoc analyses and presentations to evaluate the financial impact of business initiatives.

Drive strategic decision‑making through an in‑depth understanding of company cost structure, industry trends, market dynamics, and internal key indicators.

Required Skills / Abilities

Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting techniques, and data analysis.

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to distill complex financial information into clear and actionable insights.

Results‑oriented change agent with demonstrated ability to develop effective cross‑functional relationships.

Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial management systems (e.g., ERP, BI tools).

Self‑motivated with a proactive approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement.

Willingness to travel within assigned region and to Nashville HQ, up to 60%; travel lessened if residing within an assigned region.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Eight (8) years of relevant experience required, with a minimum of three (3) years demonstrating progressive growth within finance.

Proven experience in healthcare finance required, preferably within a health plan or value‑based care organization.

Embodies and serves as a role model of ArchWell Health’s values:

Be compassionate.

Strive for excellence.

Earn trust.

Show respect.

Stay resilient.

Always do the right thing.

ArchWell Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification.

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