Council Capital is a leading healthcare-focused private equity firm based in Nashville, Tennessee. We invest in lower middle market companies ($10-100M enterprise value) that aim to improve healthcare. Our unique model helps support management teams in growing their businesses by drawing upon the relationships and resources of our CEO Council, Strategic Healthcare Investors, and Value Creation Team. The Council network, anchored by its CEO Council of 34 senior private and public sector executives who have personally invested over $140M in our funds, has direct relationships with payers, providers, and employers who represent more than two thirds of the country’s managed care lives, numerous provider organizations, and millions of self-insured lives. If you're interested in learning more about how the Council Model can help make your business more valuable, connect with us.

Industry: Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
Company Size: 11-50 employees

Council Capital

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**Council Capital is a healthcare-focused private equity firm based in Nashville, Tennessee, managing over $350 million in committed capital.**

We invest in lower middle market healthcare companies where we see the potential to scale purpose and performance. Our investments span control and minority positions in businesses with enterprise values between $10 million and $100 million.

What sets us apart is the **Council Model **—a proven framework that surrounds founders and leadership teams with a powerful combination of support: our **CEO Council ** of seasoned operators, our **Strategic Healthcare Investors ** who bring real-world insight and access, and our internal **Value Creation Team **, focused on enabling growth through talent, systems, and strategy.

At Council Capital, we’re not just backing companies—we’re helping build enduring businesses that improve lives and shape the future of healthcare.

**About ViaQuest**

ViaQuest is a leading provider of behavioral health services, delivering clinical care through a network of over 800 clinicians across hundreds of locations. The company partners with skilled nursing facilities to provide on-site behavioral health services, billing Medicare and Medicaid directly on behalf of the clinicians it places.

The behavioral health division is a high-growth, high-margin business with revenue of approximately $100 million and a strong track record of expansion. The company recently entered new state markets and continues to see significant demand for its services driven by favorable reimbursement trends and an aging population.

ViaQuest is backed by an experienced private equity sponsor that is committed to investing in the right leadership and infrastructure to support the next phase of growth.

**The Opportunity**

ViaQuest is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead the finance organization for its behavioral health division. This is a build-and-lead role. The company is investing in a new finance infrastructure, and the CFO will have the mandate and authority to construct the team, systems, and processes needed to support a $100 million and growing healthcare services platform.

This is not a maintenance role. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in environments that require hands-on leadership, operational rigor, and the ability to bring structure and clarity to a growing business. The CFO will work closely with the CEO, the private equity sponsor, and operational leadership to drive financial performance, enable strategic transactions, and position the company for long-term value creation.

**Key Responsibilities**

~~Finance Organization & Infrastructure~~

- Build, lead, and develop the finance team across accounting, FP&A, and revenue cycle management

- Establish robust controls, financial policies, and reporting processes

- Drive disciplined monthly close; deliver accurate, timely GAAP financials

- Assess and restructure the team to meet business demands

~~Strategic Financial Leadership~~

- Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and executive team

- Deliver data-driven insights for decision-making and growth planning

- Support evaluation of new market expansion and growth initiatives

- Create actionable dashboards and performance metrics for operational leaders

~~Capital Structure & Governance~~

- Manage lender relationships, covenant compliance, and financial reporting

- Ensure audit readiness and regulatory compliance

- Oversee timely and accurate financials for internal/external stakeholders

~~Operational Partnership~~

- Collaborate with operations to connect financials to clinical and service outcomes

- Drive margin improvement, transparency, and operational efficiency

- Provide financial education, accountability tools, and performance analysis to operational leaders

~~Transaction Readiness & Value Creation~~

- Prepare the finance function for capital events (recapitalizations, strategic transactions)

- Lead due diligence, financial modeling, and data room readiness

- Ensure business readiness for scrutiny by lenders, buyers, and auditors

**Candidate Profile**

**Experience**

- 10+ years of progressive financial leadership in healthcare services or complex multi-site organizations

- Prior CFO title required at a healthcare services or multi-site organization with P&L ownership over $75M+

- Proven experience building or rebuilding finance functions (team restructuring, controls, processes)

- Track record in turnaround environments; experience structuring organizations in transition

- Experience in private equity/institutional settings, including lender management and board reporting

- Strong technical accounting; CPA strongly preferred

- Familiarity with Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement, revenue cycle, and multi-state healthcare ops

~~Leadership & Competencies~~

- Builder mentality: energized by creating from scratch

- Operator mindset: balance strategic vision and hands-on execution

- Direct communicator who simplifies complexity

- Resilient under pressure; makes tough decisions with imperfect info

- Collaborative while maintaining financial discipline

- High integrity, honesty, and strength to deliver tough messages

**Location & Travel**

- Preferred: Columbus, Ohio (flexibility within Ohio for exceptional candidates)

- Significant onsite presence expected in the first 3–6 months

- Long-term: ~50% presence in Columbus

**Compensation**

- Competitive executive compensation: base salary, annual bonus (25–50% of base), and long-term incentive tied to value creation

- Package will be calibrated to attract the right leader

**How To Apply**

- Interested candidates should submit a resume

- All inquiries will be treated confidentially

**Council Capital and our portfolio companies are committed to building high-performing teams by hiring the best talent—period.**

We believe in putting the right people in the right seats, regardless of background, and we’re always looking for individuals who bring fresh thinking, grit, and a drive to make a difference.

Thank you for considering a role with one of our companies. We’re excited to learn more about you.

Chief Financial Officer

At AmeriHealth Caritas, we’re passionate about helping people get care, stay well, and build healthy communities. As one of the nation's leaders in health care solutions, we impact the lives of millions of people through our national footprint of products, services, and award-winning programs. 

Headquartered in Newtown Square, PA, AmeriHealth Caritas is a mission-driven organization with more than 40 years of experience delivering comprehensive, outcomes-driven care to those who need it most. We offer integrated managed care products, pharmaceutical benefit management and specialty pharmacy services, behavioral health services, and other support services. In the process, we are dedicated to helping find solutions to end poverty so everyone can reach their American Dream.

Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Company Size: 10,001+ employees

AmeriHealth Caritas

**Role Overview: ** The Director of Finance/Chief Financial Officer is responsible for overseeing all accounting and financial operations for the health plan. This role provides strategic and operational financial leadership, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial reporting while supporting organizational goals through budgeting, forecasting, cost management, and financial analysis. The Director is a key member of the leadership team, partnering closely with leadership, corporate finance, operational leaders, and external stakeholders to support informed decision-making and financial sustainability.

**Work Arrangement**

- Hybrid - The associate must be onsite at least three (3) days per week at our Dublin, Ohio (OH) location.

**Responsibilities**

- Monitor budget performance to ensure alignment with operational goals and financial targets.

- Partner with Corporate Finance to manage financial forecasts and updates to the strategic plan.

- Identify and implement cost containment strategies to support long-term financial sustainability.

- Ensure the preparation of accurate, timely, and compliant financial reports in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), government regulations, and applicable laws.

- Provide financial insights and ad hoc support to leadership.

- Serve as the primary liaison with State Finance personnel for financial communications and reporting.

- May oversee site facilities operations and manage associated staff.

- May supervise financial analysts and facility management specialists.

- Oversee key financial components of operational activities, including revenue, expenses, management fees, and intercompany transactions.

- Ensure accurate and timely processing of cash receipts, including accounts receivable and network administration fees.

- Direct individual and consolidated cost center reporting.

- Develop budget projections, including forecasts, and monitor monthly financial performance.

- Maintain and review operating revenue models to support new business initiatives and strategic planning.

- Lead the development and execution of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) in collaboration with Corporate Finance, ensuring timely and accurate completion.

- Lead the annual operating budget planning process.

- Validate and ensure all costs associated with the family of companies are appropriately allocated to the plans.

- Provide financial oversight to ensure supplier contract compliance.

- Ensure accurate, timely client invoicing for services provided by the plan.

- Provide financial compliance and oversight into contracts between the plan and external vendors.

- Act as a liaison with internal and external business partners on financial matters.

- Review and approve claims processor payments and dispute costs, as necessary.

- Manage the day-to-day activities of the Finance Administration staff.

- Serve as a liaison with internal and external business partners as needed.

- Review and approve business quotes for claims processors.

- Ensure all membership and quarterly reporting is accurate and distributed to management.

- Communicate with department managers regarding span of control, staffing, and cost center expenses.

- Develop and maintain processes to deliver reliable and critical financial metrics to management.

**Education & Experience**

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.

- Master’s degree preferred.

- Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial and/or cost accounting.

- 3 to 5 years of leadership experience.

- Experience in Medicaid, managed care, or healthcare is required.

- Strong working knowledge of GAAP, treasury operations, corporate taxation, and financial regulatory principles.

- Demonstrated experience with healthcare finance, insurance reporting, and regulatory requirements is highly preferred.

**Licensure**

- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensure preferred.

**Skills & Abilities**

- Strong analytical, financial planning, and strategic thinking skills.

- Proven ability to lead complex budgeting and forecasting processes.

- Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner effectively across all levels of the organization.

- Strong leadership, team development, and performance management capabilities.

- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

- Attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Director of Finance/Chief Financial Officer

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