Heather Thurs
Virginia City,MT
Summary
Experienced Manager and Payroll Administrator proficient in processing payroll for 100+ employees, implementing new software systems, creating growth in business, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Organized and successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounting Associate/Payroll
Madison Valley Medical Center
11.2021 - Current
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 125 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines and complex hospital payroll structure.
- Addressed and resolved complex and unexpected variances.
- Supported management by processing accounts payable invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
- Proactively identified opportunities for process improvement and implemented changes to enhance overall efficiency within payroll and accounts payable functions.
- Integral part of implementation of new payroll and accounting software systems.
Hospitality Owner/Manager
Bitterroot River Bed and Breakfast
04.2014 - 10.2021
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Used knowledge of market trends to create value-added solutions resulting in significant increase in revenues during industry wide down turn.
- Managed financial aspects of business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Performed accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions.
- Developed budgets and forecasts, created new lines of revenue, and set room rates for real-time demand.
- Initiated B2B relationships with state agencies, banks, vendors, and marketing specialists to achieve growth and profit during industry-wide downturn.
- Interviewed, hired, trained, and terminated staff.
- Maintained inventory and ordered supplies.
Practice Manager
Marion Family Dental, Inc
04.2013 - 04.2014
- Hired, trained, and managed performance of 20+ staff for seven-provider practice.
- Performed daily, month, and year end accounting and reconciliations procedures.
- Retroactively reconciled and closed month ends for seven-year period.
- Oversaw AR, including private pay, collection accounts, and insurance claims.
- Managed daily practice operations to optimize appointment scheduling, patient records management and billing functions.
- Improved timeliness and accuracy of clinical documentation and insurance claim submission to reduce days in AR.
- Responsible for provider credentialing.
- Trained employees and enforced infection control procedures and OSHA compliance.
Practice Manager/Hygienist
North Baldwin Dental Care
06.2006 - 12.2010
- Hired, trained, and managed performance of 8 employees.
- Developed production-based schedule for five operatories with Production/Collection Goals and employee bonus plan.
- Implemented new electronic health record system, leading to increased efficiency in patient data management.
- Performed daily, month, and year end accounting and reconciliations procedures.
- Responsible for developing and overseeing AR/AP and Payroll processes.
- Maintained infection control and OSHA compliance for facility.
- Identified opportunities for additional services or expansion within practice based on market research analysis.
- Spearheaded initiatives aimed at improving community relations.
Education
Biological And Physical Sciences
University of South Alabama
Mobile, ALPre-dental studies with focus on Chemistry and Psychology - Pre-Medicine
University of Alabama, Birmingham
Birmingham, ALAssociate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Alabama Dental Hygiene Program
Birmingham, AL06.1996
Skills
- Practice Management
- Payroll Administration
- Interviewing and Hiring
- Financial Recordkeeping
- Proficient in Paylocity, Quickbooks, Dentrix & Centriq
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Customer Relations
- Proactive and Self-Motivated
- Professional and Courteous
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 20 staff members including providers.
- Integral part in the successful implementation of multiple software conversions.
- Quadrupled hotel revenue in 24 months.
- 20 years experience in the field of Dentistry and Health Care
- 8 years experience in Hospitality Management
Certification
CPR Certification, Infectious Disease Training and other continuing education in accordance with state laws
Timeline
Accounting Associate/Payroll
Madison Valley Medical Center
11.2021 - Current
Hospitality Owner/Manager
Bitterroot River Bed and Breakfast
04.2014 - 10.2021
Practice Manager
Marion Family Dental, Inc
04.2013 - 04.2014
Practice Manager/Hygienist
North Baldwin Dental Care
06.2006 - 12.2010
Biological And Physical Sciences
University of South Alabama
Pre-dental studies with focus on Chemistry and Psychology - Pre-Medicine
University of Alabama, Birmingham
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Hygiene
Alabama Dental Hygiene Program
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