Stephanie Ezell
Waxahachie,TX
Summary
Finance professional with strong expertise in accounting, program management, budgeting, and financial analysis in Healthcare field, especially Joint Venture Surgical Centers. Known for driving team collaboration and achieving measurable results. Skilled in strategic planning, risk management, and process optimization. Adaptable, reliable, and focused on meeting evolving business needs.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Program Manager
Christus Health
Irving, TX
06.2024 - Current
- Aligned budgeting strategies with company objectives and financial goals.
- Presented financial insights and recommendations to senior management.
- Prepared presentations, data tables and other documents for board and facility meetings.
- Established solid rapport with executive management, administrative professionals, and accounting department.
- Performed ad-hoc analyses as needed to support organizational objectives.
Lead Financial Analyst
Christus Health
Irving, TX
03.2022 - 06.2024
- Led financial forecasting and budgeting processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Enhanced precision of financial data through team collaboration.
- Presented complex financial information to management, facilitating informed decision-making at the executive level.
Lead Accountant
Christus Health
Irving, TX
07.2020 - 03.2022
- Responsible for reviewing and providing guidance to other team members regarding accounting transactions.
- Conducted analysis of monthly financial statements.
- Prepared year-end audit reports for external auditors.
- Supporting Senior Management, Regional and Corporate Associates with data requests and analyses.
Senior Accountant
Christus Health
Irving, TX
06.2015 - 07.2020
- Managed full-cycle general ledger accounting for two joint venture physician ambulatory surgical centers using ERP system.
- Ensured thorough review and documentation of Balance Sheet account balances.
- Evaluated financial data and communicated findings to operations team.
- Prepare all work papers and/or schedules needed for annual Corporation audit, Joint Venture audit and Tax audit.
Senior Accountant
CYMI Industrial
Dallas, TX
08.2012 - 05.2015
- Prepared journal entries for four interconnected companies based in Reyes, Madrid, Spain.
- Oversaw daily operations of three Staff Accountants.
- Posted AR subleger, prepared bank reconciliations, processed payroll, and assisted with 401K and Sales Tax reports.
- Prepared and provided financial reports to Project Managers and Corporate Staff.
Accounts Receivable/Program Administrator
Applied Control Technology, LLC
Texarkana, TX
01.2009 - 08.2012
- Prepared billing invoices and posted payments for electrical construction company operating in 20 states and Canada.
- Completed work in progress reports for Engineering, Construction, and IT services to assess monthly revenue.
- Coordinated licensing documentation to meet state and local regulations.
CFO
Hydro-Sonic Systems
Linden, TX
07.2001 - 01.2009
- Duties included handling all financial operations for the company including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, facilitating cash flow, safeguarding fixed assets, and preparing financial statements in accordance with GAAP, budgeting, procurement of goods and services, and providing all financial information needed by the Owner. This company sold pollution control equipment to manufacturing companies, etc. in order to clean up emissions in the air.
Executive Director
Community Council
Linden, TX
02.1998 - 06.2001
- Duties included managing all State and Federal funded contracts for a non-profit organization with a budget of approximately $5 million dollars, interviewing and supervising all professional staff, preparing grant proposals including budgets, and analyzing unit cost and pricing data. Duties also included negotiating contracts, ensuring contract compliance, assisting in preparation of solicitation documents for subcontractors, assisting in contract closeouts and providing all information needed by a 15-member Board of Directors.
Assistant Executive Director/Director of Finance
Community Council
Linden, TX
04.1990 - 02.1998
- Duties included coordinating all State and Federally funded contracts in both programmatic and financial areas, recruiting and interviewing staff, and training staff. Duties also included having extensive knowledge of rules and regulations, serving as liaison between the agency and the community, supervising professional staff, preparing grant proposals, and keeping the Executive Director informed of all aspects of funding agency's policies, procedures, and budgets. Duties also included all of the items listed for Director of Finance below.
Director of Finance
Community Council
Linden, TX
02.1987 - 04.1990
- Duties included supervising Financial Department staff, providing financial information to management and the Board of Directors by researching and analyzing accounting data, protecting assets by ensuring compliance with internal control procedures and regulations, and establishing financial policies. Duties also included posting monthly journal entries and preparing numerous financial reports for the agency's funding sources, preparing grant proposals including developing budgets, overseeing all employee benefits for 100+ employees, and providing sound financial management for an agency whose budget grew by approximately $2.5 million dollars.
Education
BBA - Accounting
Texas A&M University
Texarkana, TXSkills
- Skilled in Infor ERP systems
- Experienced in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Financial forecasting proficiency
- Budget management
- Strong written communication skills
- Mentoring others
Timeline
Finance Program Manager
Christus Health
06.2024 - Current
Lead Financial Analyst
Christus Health
03.2022 - 06.2024
Lead Accountant
Christus Health
07.2020 - 03.2022
Senior Accountant
Christus Health
06.2015 - 07.2020
Senior Accountant
CYMI Industrial
08.2012 - 05.2015
Accounts Receivable/Program Administrator
Applied Control Technology, LLC
01.2009 - 08.2012
CFO
Hydro-Sonic Systems
07.2001 - 01.2009
Executive Director
Community Council
02.1998 - 06.2001
Assistant Executive Director/Director of Finance
Community Council
04.1990 - 02.1998
Director of Finance
Community Council
02.1987 - 04.1990
BBA - Accounting
Texas A&M University