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Douglas Darsow

Henderson,NV

Summary

Dependable professional experienced in management and accounting. Excels in fast evolving environments as well as creating and implementing efficient processes. Committed to excellence, played a key role in the marketing and increased sales of two grocery stores and the redevelopment of fund administration within a legal organization. Proficient in using Microsoft Access and Excel, Elite, HMS and QuickBooks.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Benefits Analyst / HRIS Systems Implementations

Community Health
05.2010 - 02.2024
  • Performed financial oversight and analysis of claims expense submitted against the company self-funded medical and dental benefit plan, creating an analysis and reporting process to identify and address inaccuracies and trends
  • Responsible for the annual budget for all benefit plans across the company
  • Analyzing prior claims history and adjusting facility accruals and employee contributions for all facilities
  • Prepared the annual budget for the corporate Benefits and Human Resources department
  • Reviewed financial data of acquired facility and analyzed the change in expense of converting their existing benefit plan to one of Community Health System’s
  • Advised the HRIS systems implementation team and assisted in the design of the system setup
  • Wrote and ran SQL reporting for Human Resource data.

Controller / Human Resource Director

Psychiatric Solutions, Inc. – Pride Institute
05.2007 - 01.2010
  • Performed as Controller and Interim Chief Financial Officer, being responsible for accurate financials and assuring that accounting practices were followed and results reported meeting corporate standards
  • Director of the Human Resources department, monitored benefits and provider agreements along with employment eligibility
  • Managed employee files to guarantee completeness for state and licensing audits
  • Reviewed employee guidelines along with policy and procedures
  • Created annual financial and statistical budgets for the organization in collaboration with the Chief Executive Officer and corporate senior management
  • Managed the accounts payable and payroll departments, guaranteeing accurate and timely payment for all stakeholders
  • Responsible for performance improvement data tracking and reporting along with billing chart audits
  • Organized all information technology needs along with managing vendor relations and contract management
  • Reviewed and revised vendor contracts allowing for significant savings in telecom, supplies and printing expenses
  • Lead capital improvement projects including the establishment of a new intensive outpatient center, mental health center and renovations of the residential treatment center.

Bank & Tax Analyst

Rust Consulting, Inc.
09.2005 - 04.2007
  • Worked directly with the Chief Financial Officer and Accounting Manager in the administration of Qualified Settlement Funds
  • Performed general ledger and cash management duties including cash receipts, wire and ACH transfers, account reconciliations, investment return and cost analysis
  • Organized domestic and foreign disbursements including calculating payroll taxes
  • Tracked investment accounts plus calculated federal and state tax deposits
  • Organized and tracked new clients and settlements along with the management of their contracts and financial responsibilities
  • Played a key role in development of the fund administration program throughout periods of rapid business growth
  • Implemented use and reporting standards for purchase cards along with performing monthly reconciliations on individual accounts
  • Performed additional support and backup duties in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing departments.

Education

B.S. Degree in Business Administration and Economics -

Metropolitan State University
St. Paul, MN
01.2007

Associate in Arts and Business Degree -

Anoka Ramsey Community College
Coon Rapids, MN
01.2004

Skills

  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Benefits Administration Expertise
  • Researching issues
  • Continuous Improvement Mindset

Timeline

Senior Benefits Analyst / HRIS Systems Implementations

Community Health
05.2010 - 02.2024

Controller / Human Resource Director

Psychiatric Solutions, Inc. – Pride Institute
05.2007 - 01.2010

Bank & Tax Analyst

Rust Consulting, Inc.
09.2005 - 04.2007

B.S. Degree in Business Administration and Economics -

Metropolitan State University

Associate in Arts and Business Degree -

Anoka Ramsey Community College

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