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MICHAEL ANDERSON

Albion,PA

Summary

A seasoned and highly analytical individual powered with exceptional problem-solving abilities. Possessing a keen eye for detail in a fast paced and ever-changing healthcare field. Extensive accounting and finance knowledge in the health care field. Currently serving in a 300 bed facility, the largest skilled nursing facility in Northwest PA. Supervising a team of 14 individuals, of which 4 directly report.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Financial Officer

PLEASANT RIDGE MANOR
06.2014 - Current
  • Responsible for all financial accounting and reporting procedures, and internal controls for the department
  • Prepare detailed analysis of financial statements to reflect variances in income, expenditures, and capital asset values from budget and previous periods
  • Present and review financial data at periodic meetings with the Board of Trustees and County Government
  • Coordinate and prepare annual facility operating budget of approximately $30+ million and a capital budget of approximately $1 million
  • Monitor and control Accounts Receivable with oversight of the business office and ensuring the timely collection on accounts
  • Reorganized and streamlined the business office reducing staff from 6 to 4
  • Offer advice to other executive leaders on strategies to improve financial growth.
  • Arrange for audits of facility accounts by independent auditors and government regulating agencies
  • Execution and preparation of cost reimbursement reports to government and private pay third party agencies
  • Daily cash management
  • Oversee purchasing department
  • Analyze operational performance and efficiency to identify and implement cost reduction initiatives and process improvements.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the finance team, encouraging professional development opportunities for staff members.
  • Champion effective communication between finance personnel and other departments to facilitate cross-functional collaboration on projects and initiatives.
  • Partner with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.

Senior Accountant

BLAIR CORPOPRATION
02.2013 - 07.2013
  • Compiled and analyzed financial information to prepare journal entries to accounts
  • Analyzed financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and equity
  • Prepared balance sheets and income statement reports to summarize company financial position
  • Major reporting including inventories and prepaid advertising expenses
  • Supported external audit function during interim and year end audits and corroborate with outside auditors
  • Conducted special studies relating to company operations and prepare recommendations for policy, procedure, control, or action
  • Reviewed work performed by clerical personnel for accuracy and proper accounting treatment.

Senior Accountant

UPMC NORTHWEST
01.1997 - 02.2012
  • Assisted in the Operating budget process by working with department managers in providing analysis and schedules
  • Responsible for Capital budget preparation and maintenance throughout year
  • Prepared monthly financial statements and made presentation to executive management team
  • Prepared monthly financial projections
  • Performed variance analyses such as reviewing the balance sheet and income statement for significant, unusual or unexpected variances and research and identify cause for variance
  • Generated monthly journal entries for 3 hospital entities
  • Reconciled and maintained all balance sheet general ledger accounts
  • Researched and responded to inquiries for financial information from department managers
  • Assisted in Cost Report preparation
  • Handled all aspects of accounting for the Hospital's Foundation including posting of trust income according to various restrictions
  • Responsible for initial 990 tax preparation
  • Solely responsible for tracking of a new hospital construction project and brought into FAS system
  • Developed specialized reports using Crystal Reports
  • Created specially customized reports in Sage (Best) Fixed Asset software
  • Formulated/implemented policies/ procedures concerning fixed assets
  • Maintained controls on thousands of capital assets, including depreciation calculations

Education

B.S.B.A - Business Administration, Accounting

Clarion University of PA

Skills

  • Expert Excel: Formulas
  • Advanced Word
  • Advanced Outlook
  • Advanced Best-Fixed Assets
  • Advanced Crystal Reports
  • Intermediate PeopleSoft
  • Intermediate Office 365
  • Familiar McKesson HBO Star

Timeline

Chief Financial Officer

PLEASANT RIDGE MANOR
06.2014 - Current

Senior Accountant

BLAIR CORPOPRATION
02.2013 - 07.2013

Senior Accountant

UPMC NORTHWEST
01.1997 - 02.2012

B.S.B.A - Business Administration, Accounting

Clarion University of PA
MICHAEL ANDERSON