Accomplished finance professional with over 8 years of specialized experience in auditing and compliance within diverse public and private healthcare settings. ACCA licensed and CPA part-qualified, recently transitioning from the UK to the USA, enhancing expertise in financial analytics and leadership. Proven track record in driving growth, achieving notable improvements, and recognized for outstanding leadership in team environments. Strategic mindset, navigating complex financial landscapes with finesse. Key skills include financial reporting, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and project management. Passionate about exploring the world and embracing challenges with meticulous planning and attention to detail.
• Led the auditing and financial analytics teams, overseeing a team of 8 and managing over £1 billion in annual spend, as well as conducting 50+ supplier audits.
• Orchestrated continuous improvement initiatives within revenue cycle management audits, resulting in a 28% improvement in on-time reporting, an 18% reduction in billing errors, and an increase in cash flow by over £1 million annually.
• Supervised a multi-functional auditing team, optimizing workflows and performance to achieve a remarkable 20% increase in team productivity.
• Developed and implemented a robust revenue risk assessment framework, enabling the accurate allocation of an additional £1.3m in revenue and facilitating refunds totaling £400k, thereby further fortifying supplier relations and trust.
• Spearheaded initiatives ensuring strict adherence to regulations and standards when evaluating the financial feasibility of suppliers during the tender process, achieving a flawless compliance record of 100%.
• Facilitated the coordination and preparation efforts for the year-end financial audit, resulting in a clean audit opinion and timely completion of audit deliverables. Additionally, implemented process improvements in financial reporting, resulting in a notable 28% reduction in audit preparation time for subsequent audits.
• Proficient in monitoring vendor compliance programs to ensure adherence to contractual pricing structures, resulting in the identification and rectification of over £500k in overcharges for locum services annually.
• Partnering with teams across various functions to address compliance issues and skilled in designing and delivering targeted compliance training programs, leading to a 35% reduction in compliance breaches.
• Skilled in crafting and deploying efficient compliance policies and procedures, leading to a 14% decrease in compliance incidents while ensuring full alignment with regulatory requirements.
• Successfully conducted 25 Vendor Audits, recovering £25 million in missing spend and generating an additional £350K in revenue (2017).
• Streamlined financial reporting processes, resulting in improved data integrity and the generation of reliable financial forecasts with a 95% accuracy rate. These forecasts supported effective budgeting, planning, and decision-making initiatives.
• Employed advanced data analytics to extract valuable insights from intricate datasets, facilitating accurate forecasting of future trends and empowering data-driven decision-making across the organization.
• Boosted fundraising revenue by 7% through innovative social media campaigns and engaging community events, expanding the reach and impact of fundraising efforts.
• Successfully developed and managed annual budgets exceeding £8 million, ensuring efficient allocation of resources to support organizational objectives and community initiatives.
• Implemented cost-saving measures resulting in a 10% reduction in expenses by negotiating favorable terms with suppliers for materials and services.
• Established strategic alliances with local businesses and councils to enhance eye health initiatives within the community, fostering collaboration and maximizing the effectiveness of outreach programs.
• Spearheaded the management of large-scale tenders, orchestrating the preparation of specifications, tenders, and schedules, while negotiating prices and establishing streamlined invoice processes.
• Orchestrated Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) audits on suppliers, ensuring adherence to quality, cost, and delivery standards; took decisive action on underperforming suppliers, optimizing supplier relationships, and fostering accountability.
• Processed over 800 purchase ledger invoices and reconciliations monthly with 99% accuracy rate, resulting in timely and accurate financial statements.
• Prepared reports enabling data- driven decisions, leading to a 12% yearly profit boost and 5% reduction in operating costs.
• Facilitated the transition to computerized systems, optimizing data management and workflows to enhance accuracy and productivity.
(Passed California CPA Uniform Exam)
(Passed California CPA Uniform Exam)