Lead a team of 78, with 2 direct reports, that streamline operations and improve financial reporting by managing finances and accounting for customers with management contracts. This includes managing annual budgets of up to $45.2M.• Optimize financial outcomes by monitoring financial performance, identifying areasfor improvement, and employing impactful strategies.• Increased decision-making and operational efficiency by introducing robustcommunication channels and enabling timely and accurate financial data exchange.• Enhanced financial controls and audit compliance by proactively addressing auditfindings and implementing corrective actions.• Advocated for fair representation in rate-setting processes by engaging with stateauthorities.• Instituted new systems to improve efficiency and ease of submission of expense andcredit card reporting.• Developed dashboards and goals sheets for divisions to track progress towards goalsand break-even.

Led a team of 12 direct that was responsible for the finance functions of the business. This included accounts receivable, accounts payable, internal and external auditing, bank reconciliations, state and federal taxes, and cost reporting.• Ensured accurate and efficient completion of all financial tasks and processes byoverseeing organization's finances across multiple states.• Elevated enhanced financial transparency and compliance with regulatoryrequirements by enforcing rigorous internal controls.• Minimized financial risks through effective coordination with state staff and countyagencies.• Implemented EHR system for new behavioral health division for more efficient andaccurate reporting, tracking, and billing of services provided.• Developed and maintained a department atmosphere that fostered teamwork as wellas individual empowerment.