MARYKATHRYN SZILAGYI

I am currently employed with Ochsner Clinical Research as a budget analyst under Financial Operations. Here I conduct reviews of budgets, contracts, ICFs, and protocols submitted under both Industry and Federal sponsors, working closely with Coverage Analysts to establish proper billing and standard of care designations. Developed labor budgets and in-house budgets that accurately represented the requirements necessary for our site to conduct clinical trials. Collaborated with clinical team supervisors to capture labor, CPT, and other financial needs for negotiations. Conducted negotiations for both the per subject budgets and payment terms outlined in the contracts submitted to our site. Within my role, as the forward- facing representative to our site, we are expected to not only produce thorough and accurate negotiations, but also to meet our own internal deadlines in which studies are expected to go live for enrollment. Additionally, in the closing of the study negotiation process we are also responsible for finalizing all budgets into Oncore so that post award billing can proceed.

• Analyzed clinical research budgets, forecasts, and variances to support accurate financial planning.
• Monitored study expenditures, flagged discrepancies, and resolved billing issues with finance and operations teams.
• Prepared sponsor budget templates, invoice reconciliations, and payment schedules for active research studies.

• I was previously employed with South Peninsula Hospital as the financial analyst, under an independent employee contract. Executed daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports for the CFO, Patient Financial Services Department, and Billing Department in a confidential contracted setting. My standard scope of work was within the accounts receivable department. Compiled, reviewed, and dispersed financial statements, summaries, and information to close the fiscal year and uphold regulatory demands. This position required acute attention to detail, and a quick data/ financial analysis skill in which projections and accurate information can then be passed along on a moderate revenue level. The daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports I was responsible for are, but not limited to: Daily Cash Flow, Daily Adjustments, Detail Revenue Report, overview of all banking Transactions, Aging Reports, Cash Reconciliation, Cash Postings Review, and ATB. Handled price comparison analysis, processed insurance billing refunds, and assisted with timely resolutions on transparency projects in the coding and billing departments as additional tasks.
• Served in the Patient Financial Services department on the front lines during the Covid Pandemic before my current position. I worked directly with patients, registering them, verifying demographics and coordinating insurance information. Coordinated effective and efficient work procedures at the Covid Center in collaboration with managers and superiors, which resulted in reduced human error, shorter wait times, and improved information accuracy.
• Analyzed operating budgets, variance trends, and departmental financial results to support leadership decisions.
• Prepared monthly financial reports, forecasts, and ad hoc analysis for hospital management review.
• Monitored revenue and expense activity, identifying discrepancies and recommending corrective actions.

I was responsible for assisting with managing over 300 properties. Here I was responsible for the accounts receivable and accounts payable aspects of the front office. This included tasks such as collecting rent, sending out notices, creating reports of overdue fees, answering calls, processing and handling most work orders, following up on leads and assisting with showings. Served as a proactive assistant, eager to take on new challenges. Thrived in fast-paced environment, consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining accountability for task completion. I enjoyed this position but left due to my move to Alaska with my husband in June 2019.

• Managed front office operations, greeting visitors and directing calls to appropriate departments.
• Coordinated tenant correspondence, service requests, and appointment scheduling with accuracy and professionalism.
• Maintained organized records, lease files, and administrative documentation for quick retrieval.

I was the Sales/Marketing Assistant and shipping coordinator at Regulator Marine, Inc. Throughout my time at Regulator I assisted in nearly all sales and marketing projects under the VP of Sales and Marketing. Created competitor research data projects and local radio commercials to promote the company. I also took the initiative to create new standard of work procedures that I felt would help the communication in my department, organize and track rebates, and maintain accurate records. Collaborated with the engineering department to process sales orders from dealerships nationwide. Communicated with dealerships to resolve issues and address inquiries regarding orders. Coordinated the timely and safe shipment of all boats from the factory to the dealerships. I coordinated all shipments to meet deadlines, customer needs, and boat shows that Regulator attends. All drivers communicated their needs to me and we worked together to make sure all shipments are safe, legal, and successful. I left this position to find a job that was closer to my home.

• Coordinated lead follow-up and maintained CRM records for accurate sales pipeline tracking.
• Prepared promotional materials, product sheets, and dealer communications for sales support.
• Managed marketing calendars and scheduled campaign tasks to support timely execution.

• Summa Cum Laude
• Elected classes within Insurances, Billing and Nutrition