Senior Consultant, FQHC Financial Advisory

Referral Details

We greatly appreciate your referral, and we look forward to reviewing the qualifications of the candidate you've recommended. Here's a brief overview of the process: 

  

After you've completed this referral form, your recommended candidate will be directed to apply for the specific role through our website. This step is crucial for Wipfli to remain compliant with federal laws and to ensure a fair and transparent selection process. Once their application is received, our Talent Acquisition team will evaluate their qualifications, including how well they align with the requirements of the role and the broader needs of our organization. 

  

Your referred candidate will remain in our candidate database for future opportunities, offering them additional chances to become part of our team. As the referrer, your role in the recruitment process is to bring potential talent to our attention. We ask that you refrain from discussing updates on the candidate's status, out of respect for their personal consideration. Our Talent Acquisition team will provide you with a final update once the candidate has been informed of their application status. Throughout this process, we may reach out to you with any questions or additional information to ensure a seamless and effective referral experience. 

  

Thank you for your invaluable contribution to our recruitment efforts, and we sincerely appreciate your understanding and support throughout this process.  If you would like to read more about referral bonus eligibility, please visit InSite: Referral Bonus Program Eligibility 

Responsibilities

Essential Responsibilities: - Assess FQHC finance department performance using data, KPIs, outcomes, and industry benchmarks. - Develop and implement targeted strategies to improve financial operations, revenue cycle performance, cash flow, and profitability. - Identify operational gaps and deliver practical, timely solutions to improve financial outcomes. - Maintain deep knowledge of FQHC payment models, reimbursement systems, and regulatory changes. - Build trusted, executive-level client relationships by understanding organizational goals and challenges. - Lead clients through change initiatives with clear communication and actionable implementation plans. - Support development of operational budgets and financial forecasts. - Provide subject-matter expertise in Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, including PPS rate development. - Configure and optimize financial systems, EHRs, and accounting structures to ensure accurate reporting, cost compliance, and GL alignment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree - 3+ years of experience in healthcare finance; FQHC experience is a plus.  - Strong understanding of financial operations, budgeting, and reimbursement systems.  - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook, and related applications. Exposure to commonly used EHRs and ERPs, such as Epic, NextGen, eCW, Athena and Sage, MIP, Great Plains, Quickbooks is a plus  - Ability to manage multiple priorities, think critically, and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.  - Experience building strong remote team relationships based on trust and accountability.  - Skilled in managing client expectations and delivering work within defined scope and timelines.  - Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with a client-focused mindset.  - Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.    Alaina Lister, from our recruiting team, will be guiding you through this process. Visit her LinkedIn page to connect!   #LI-AL1 #LI-Remote

Additional Details

Additional Details:   Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identify, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.   Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email at hr@wipfli.com    Wipfli values fair, transparent, and competitive compensation, considering each candidate's unique skills and experiences. The estimated base pay range for this role is $80,000 to $108,000, with offers typically not made at the maximum, allowing for future salary increases. The actual salary at the time of offer depends on business related factors like location, skills, experience, training/education, licensure, certifications, business needs, current associate pay, and relevant employment laws.    Individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, subject to participation rules and based on a variety of fac