Melinda Smith
Nashua,New Hampshire
Summary
Budget and reimbursement analyst with expertise in financial reporting, budget management, and reimbursement compliance. Proven track record of identifying system improvements that enhance operational efficiency and support strategic planning initiatives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Budget and Reimbursement Analyst
Northeast Rehabilitation Hospital Salem N.H
Salem, NH
03.2023 - Current
- Conducted analysis of patient reimbursement claims, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping of claims to facilitate reimbursement. and managed payment statuses with advanced billing software tools to streamline reimbursement processes.
- Compiled financial reports on reimbursement trends to assist in strategic planning.
- Prepared and posted journal entries, analyzed revenue variances, and produced supporting schedules to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Identified and proposed system improvements in reimbursement processes to enhance operational efficiency.
- Communicated policy changes to the team for effective adaptation to new requirements.
- Simultaneously managed diverse tasks under strict deadlines without compromising quality.
- Performed all month end close tasks for Inpatient division of hospital network.
- Created detailed financial documentation for audits and compliance reviews.
General Manager
Bull's Tavern
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
04.2021 - 10.2022
- Implemented staff training programs, significantly improving service quality.
- Coordinated events and promotions, increasing customer engagement and loyalty.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to maintain a welcoming atmosphere.
- Fostered team collaboration, increasing operational efficiency in tavern setting.
- Managed daily business operations, ensuring efficient budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, and sales functions.
- Conducted employee training on policies and procedures for consistent performance.
- Monitored payroll and created schedules to adhere to budget limits.
- Communicated effectively with staff to streamline operations and improve team collaboration.
Accountant II / Financial Analyst
Novant Health, Inc
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
09.2007 - 02.2017
- Calculated physician compensation across four regions, aligning base rates with individual contracts and performance metrics, and computed quarterly bonuses.
- Performed monthly accounts receivable analysis and contractual rate assessments and made necessary journal entries.
- Designed and analyzed monthly financial statements for departmental review, supporting informed decision-making.
- Calculated annual staff and manager bonuses and compiled files for payroll.
- Maintained general ledger entries and reconciled discrepancies promptly.
- Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
- Dedicated liaison to regional medical group assisting with the annual budgeting and analytical review of the individual practices' performance.
Education
Associate of Science - Accounting
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-Salem, NC05-2014
Skills
- Claim analysis and revenue cycle management
- Financial reporting and accounting
- Budget management and revenue analysis
- Analytical thinking and problem solving
- Effective communication and detail orientation
- Microsoft Excel and Office proficiency
- Healthcare finance expertise
- Reimbursement compliance
Systems
- Cognos
- EPIC
- Meditech
- Monarch
- Kaufman Hall
- Lawson
- Microsoft Suite
Timeline
Budget and Reimbursement Analyst
Northeast Rehabilitation Hospital Salem N.H
03.2023 - Current
General Manager
Bull's Tavern
04.2021 - 10.2022
Accountant II / Financial Analyst
Novant Health, Inc
09.2007 - 02.2017
Associate of Science - Accounting
Forsyth Technical Community College