Director, Finance & Decision Support, Brightshores Health System

Brightshores Health System is a multi-site health care corporation which operates six hospitals and a mental health wellness and recovery centre in the Grey Bruce region. With a team of 2,100 dedicated and compassionate staff and over 200 physicians who work together delivering excellent patient care to residents and visitors across Grey Bruce, the organization has more than 200,000 patient visits per year and over 2 million short-stay seasonal visitors. By uniting their entire health system of hospitals, services, and programming across their geography, and expanding provided services, Brightshores has grown by almost 25% over the last 4 years, creating an opportunity for service growth. A recognized leader in rural healthcare, Brightshores Health System (Brightshores) services a large geographical area surrounding Lake Huron and Georgian Bay.

Reporting to the Vice President, Finance and Development & CFO, the Director, Finance & Decision Support (Director) provides oversight and direction for the Finance, Supply Chain, Decision Support and Facilities Management. Leading all aspects of financial planning, reporting, and management, the Director will facilitate processes for the development and analysis of operational and capital budgets, the development of related policies and practices, and will ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial and statistical data, supporting operations and decision making. This position provides key leadership and direction based on the use of data and analytics to inform health service planning, quality, financial activities, and decision-making. The Director is an effective problem solver and team leader, working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate is a strategic leader who does not shy away from digging into key details and deliverables, blending astute financial acumen with a forward-thinking approach. With a keen eye for cost-effective solutions, they will have an ability to see opportunities that extend beyond immediate needs. Encompassing long-term sustainability and growth, the Director will partner with the CFO on a plan for driving process and systems improvement. Most importantly, they are a strong communicator and collaborator, adept at engaging both internal stakeholders and external partners in fostering a culture of accountability around the organization’s finances. Through transparent communication and a shared commitment to fiscal responsibility, they inspire confidence and drive collective efforts towards achieving financial excellence and sustainable success.

To Apply

To fill this position, Brightshores Health System has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers Berndtson. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online.

For more information, please contact Camille Petitti, Engagement Manager of Odgers Berndtson at camille.petitti@odgersberndtson.com. We thank all those who express an interest, however only those chosen for further development will be contacted.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Brightshores Health System is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers Berndtson and Brightshores Health System throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

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