Burkland Associates is looking for a Director of Finance, Healthcare & Life Sciences to partner with venture-backed healthcare, health-tech, and life sciences companies. You will bring financial clarity, discipline, and strategic insight to mission-driven organizations navigating reimbursement complexity, regulatory requirements, and capital-intensive growth.

What You'll Do

Lead financial reporting, forecasting, and board materials for healthcare clients.
Build models around revenue mix, reimbursement timing, and cash-flow predictability.
Support fundraising and long-range planning in capital-intensive environments.
Advise on staffing models, cost structures, and operational leverage.
Prepare companies for audits, diligence, and compliance reviews.
Mentor junior consultants supporting healthcare engagements.

What We're Looking For

8+ years in finance or consulting with healthcare, health-tech, or life sciences experience.
Familiarity with complex revenue and reimbursement models.
Strong appreciation for controls, compliance, and financial rigor.
Comfortable advising non-financial leaders in high-stakes environments.
Detail-oriented, structured, and trusted as a steady operator.
Prior experience serving as a senior finance leader (Director, Head of Finance, or equivalent) in a high-growth startup or venture-backed company.
Background supporting companies through rapid scaling, fundraising, or operational complexity.

Nice to Have

CPA credential strongly preferred.
MBA or other advanced financial training a plus.
Experience partnering closely with founders, boards, and investors in dynamic environments.

Benefits & Compensation

Compensation range: $71,000 - $306,800.
Flexible work schedule to promote a healthy work-life balance.
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for you and your dependents.
Short & Long Term Disability Insurance.
Flexible PTO.
401(k) with a company match.
A generous home office expense reimbursement.

Work Mode

This is a remote-first position.

Burkland Associates is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Burkland Associates is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or another legally protected status.