About the role
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic General Manager – Finance to lead the financial operations of a reputed hospital in Chennai. This senior leadership role demands strategic vision, strong financial acumen, and deep expertise in healthcare finance to support the hospital's operational and growth objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and lead the entire finance function including accounting, budgeting, audits, financial planning, and compliance.
- Develop and implement robust financial strategies aligned with the hospital’s strategic goals.
- Ensure statutory compliance with tax laws, corporate governance standards, and healthcare regulatory norms.
- Manage the full revenue cycle – including patient billing, collections, insurance claims, TPA coordination, and receivables.
- Monitor and control operational costs while supporting quality healthcare delivery.
- Prepare timely MIS reports and financial statements; present insights to senior management and the board.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for hospital operations and new ventures.
- Handle banking relationships, treasury functions, fund flow, and working capital management.
- Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic planning, expansion initiatives, and new hospital projects.
- Mentor and lead the finance team ensuring high standards of accuracy, compliance, and timeliness in financial reporting.
Key Requirements:
- Qualified CA / CA Inter / ICWA / MBA (Finance) or equivalent.
- 15+ years of experience in finance, with at least 5 years in a senior management role within the hospital/healthcare sector.
- Strong understanding of hospital revenue cycle management, insurance billing, and healthcare financial systems.
- Proven experience in handling audits, statutory compliance, and healthcare-specific financial regulations.
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- High level of integrity, analytical thinking, and decision-making ability.