Candace Siagatonu
Vine Grove,Kentucky
Summary
Experienced Financial Analyst skilled in managing and interpreting financial data to support business decision-making. Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling with a knack for conveying complex financial concepts clearly. Proven track record of identifying cost-saving opportunities and improving operational efficiency. Seeking a challenging role with opportunities for advancement.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
RESEARCH FINANCIAL ANALYST
UofL Health
Louisville, KY
04.2024 - Current
- Evaluate financial and operational implications of clinical research protocols
- Evaluated and sanctioned coverage analysis for billable items submitted by clinical researchers
- Facilitated cost evaluations to support clinical investigations
- Handled accounting responsibilities in healthcare settings
- Conducted thorough analysis and prepared necessary documents as requested
- Analyzed final clinical research budgets for accurate pricing and cost coverage at UofL Health
- Executed full configuration of Cerner POM
- Spearheaded billing profile creation for administrative and pharmacy fees in clinical research studies
- Prepared, submitted, and maintained CMS and CGS approvals for investigational device trials.
- Monitored payments and invoices for UofL Health research projects
- Managed monthly accounting and reporting for research services
- Reviewed financial documents to verify accuracy and compliance
- Detected inconsistencies in financial information
- Analyzed complex financial data across various sources to deliver strategic recommendations
- Collaborated cross-departmentally for precise budgeting processes
HIM REGISTRAR
UofL Health
Louisville, KY
05.2021 - 04.2024
- Ensured high-quality standards in reporting births, deaths, and fetal demises
- Facilitates expedited processing and timely submission of birth and death certificates
- Ensured precise recording of disclosed information
- Secures required signatures and completes paternity affidavits for newborn registration
- Validate newborn birth certificates with parents before hospital discharge
- Files documentation with Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics
- Generated monthly statistical reports on all births and deaths
- Participated in performance initiatives for department and hospital
- Processes and faxes patient health information requests electronically via EMR
- Validated accuracy in delivery reporting
- Share sensitive data on births and deaths registration with involved parties.
- Facilitated seamless communication among physicians, parents, and family members
- Maintain confidentiality of patient health information per state and federal regulations
- Facilitated quick issue resolution by working closely with HIM Supervisor
- Showcase proficiency in conversing effectively with medical professionals and families
- Notarize vital records for official submission
- Documented daily, monthly, and yearly birth counts for Kentucky
- Managed data input for systems like Star, WatchChild, and Sovera.
- Coordinated documentation processing with Vital Statistics
- Executed assigned tasks efficiently.
SERVER/TOGO SPECIALIST
OLIVE GARDEN
11.2019 - 09.2023
- Prepared areas by restocking before shift began
- Delivered exceptional customer service to all patrons entering and exiting the restaurant
- Communicate effectively to take special orders
- Delegated tasks to staff during peak hours for efficient workflow
- MaintainacleanworkspaceandthatallareasarestockedwithTogoboxes,bags,utensils,etc
- Market alcoholic beverages across the Togo region
- Moved supplies between different areas to ensure smooth operations
- Ensure duty manager inspects cleaned area
HIM CONTINUUM OF CARE TECHNICIAN
UofL Health
Louisville, KY
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Managed in-bound calls, fax requests, mail, and emails efficiently
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA standards for faxing requests to requestors
- Maintained continuity of care through accurate, timely delivery of medical records to PCPs, physician offices, and emergency departments
- Ensured patient PHI privacy and confidentiality in research tasks
- Scanned all continuation of care requests into EMR for accurate tracking
- Ensured compliance with department policies during continuum of care processing
- Ensures compliance with UofL Health standards, including state and federal laws
- Guided employees in delivering exceptional customer service and navigating systems like Cerner and Sovera
CHILD YOUTH PROGRAM ADVISOR
DEVERS MIDDLE SCHOOL & TEEN CENTER
Fort Knox, KY
10.2016 - 07.2020
- Supervises structured activities enhancing children's progress
- Maintain high standards for facility and outdoor venue conditions
- Ensured safety and well-being of children and youth per DoD, Army, local standards
- Implemented risk management protocols to prevent abuse and identify/report incidents
- Monitors and assesses participant-to-adult ratio sheets to ensure compliance with staffing policies
- Ensured compliance by assigning designated zones for ratio adherence
- Maintain constant supervision for children and youth
- Supported program objectives by following established SOPs
- Coordinate completion of annual and mandatory trainings throughout year
- Act as Child and Youth Services (CYS) Program Advisor Level 1-3
- Supported supervisor in managing CYS program within regulatory guidelines
- Managed assigned projects for specific months with guideline adherence, including budgeting and outsourced resources
- Designed and managed before-school and after-school programs
- Managed fees for program-related services
- Sanitize and clean all areas at shift end
CASHIER
SALESCLERK | KMART
07.2012 - 03.2013
- Executed inventory paperwork and ordered necessary supplies
- Updated standard prices to promotional rates as required
- Developed markdown strategies for non-seasonal items
- Ensured smooth inventory replenishment processes
- Handled transactions using various payment methods
- Provided assistance to patrons in a friendly manner
- Maintained cleanliness of area before ending shift
CASHIER
AAFES CAR CARE CENTER
08.2010 - 03.2011
- Processed various payment methods including cash, check, and credit card
- Maintained cleanliness in the area
- Inspect pump status and switch out receipt rolls
- Welcomed customers and responded to inquiries regarding products and services
- Ensured customers met legal-age requirements for purchasing alcohol and tobacco products
- Ensured accurate transactions through automated debit and gift card payments
NIGHT AUDITOR/FRONT DESK CLERK
FORT KNOX LODGING
01.2007 - 04.2010
- Handle all aspects of the check-in and check-out experience
- Generated receipts for completed transactions
- Conducted night audit documentation
- Readied station and equipment ahead of morning operations
- Ensured smooth entry and accommodations for new arrivals
- Handled check-out transactions, ensuring accurate payments processing
- Monitored hotel occupancy levels
Education
DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - Business Administration/Research Project-Based Study
COLUMBIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
10.2024
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - Business Administration/Healthcare Management
COLUMBIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
07.2023
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Healthcare Administration/EMS Management
COLUMBIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
03.2021
MASTER RESILIENCE TRAINER LEVEL 1 COURSE -
US ARMY
02.2020
ASSOCIATES - Health Information Science
COLUMBIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
03.2018
CERTIFICATE - Medical Administrative Assisting
ALLIED AMERICAN UNIVERSITY
01.2016
CERTIFICATE - Certified Nurse Aid Course
ELIZABETHTOWN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
07.2008
SOME COLLEGE -
ELIZABETHTOWN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
07.2008
DIPLOMA -
JOHN HARDIN HIGH SCHOOL
05.2005
Skills
- Typing Speed: 75 WPM
- Budget Development
- MS Office Suite
- Star
- Watch Child
- KOG (ERDS and KY Child)
- Cerner Power Chart
- Sovera
- Health Information Management Workflow
- Joint Commission standards
- HIPAA standards
- Effective Organization
- Oral communication skills
- Written communication skills
- Effective Multi-Tasking
- Adaptability
- Autonomous Task Management
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Effective Problem Solving
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Analytical Writing Expertise
- Financial Account Reconciliation
- Statistical Analysis
- Fiscal oversight
- Financial Management
- Administrative Support
- Self-motivated professional
- Cash Flow Management
- Financial statement analysis
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RESEARCH FINANCIAL ANALYST
UofL Health
04.2024 - Current
HIM REGISTRAR
UofL Health
05.2021 - 04.2024
HIM CONTINUUM OF CARE TECHNICIAN
UofL Health
09.2020 - 05.2021
SERVER/TOGO SPECIALIST
OLIVE GARDEN
11.2019 - 09.2023
CHILD YOUTH PROGRAM ADVISOR
DEVERS MIDDLE SCHOOL & TEEN CENTER
10.2016 - 07.2020
CASHIER
SALESCLERK | KMART
07.2012 - 03.2013
CASHIER
AAFES CAR CARE CENTER
08.2010 - 03.2011
NIGHT AUDITOR/FRONT DESK CLERK
FORT KNOX LODGING
01.2007 - 04.2010
DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - Business Administration/Research Project-Based Study
COLUMBIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - Business Administration/Healthcare Management
COLUMBIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Healthcare Administration/EMS Management
COLUMBIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
MASTER RESILIENCE TRAINER LEVEL 1 COURSE -
US ARMY
ASSOCIATES - Health Information Science
COLUMBIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
CERTIFICATE - Medical Administrative Assisting
ALLIED AMERICAN UNIVERSITY
CERTIFICATE - Certified Nurse Aid Course
ELIZABETHTOWN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
SOME COLLEGE -
ELIZABETHTOWN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
DIPLOMA -
JOHN HARDIN HIGH SCHOOL
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