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Amber Lipe

Amber Lipe, CPA


Chief Financial Officer



Professional Overview
Amber Lipe is an accomplished financial executive with over 15 years of experience driving operational excellence and strategic growth within the healthcare industry. As the Chief Financial Officer at Deaconess Health System, she oversees all financial operations, reporting, and long-term fiscal planning for this leading integrated health network. Amber's expertise spans financial management, regulatory compliance, cost optimization, and business analysis, making her a trusted advisor to the organization's senior leadership team.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As Chief Financial Officer at Deaconess Health System, Amber is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive financial strategies to support the organization's ambitious growth objectives. She directly manages a team of 25 accounting and finance professionals, overseeing all budgeting, forecasting, and investment decisions. Under Amber's financial leadership, Deaconess has achieved consecutive years of double-digit revenue growth and maintained an industry-leading operating margin. She has also spearheaded key initiatives to enhance revenue cycle management, streamline procurement processes, and ensure regulatory compliance across the health system's multi-state operations.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Deaconess, Amber served as the Market Chief Financial Officer at Community Health Systems, where she provided strategic financial oversight for a portfolio of 12 acute care hospitals. She has also held the roles of Assistant Chief Financial Officer at Quorum Health and Controller & Operations Director at Lee Enterprises. Earlier in her career, Amber gained valuable experience as the Director of Administration and Finance at Pepsi MidAmerica. Throughout her diverse career, she has consistently demonstrated the ability to drive operational efficiencies, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement data-driven financial controls to support organizational success.

Academic Background
Amber holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Illinois and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). She has also completed advanced coursework in healthcare finance and strategic management, further enhancing her industry-specific expertise.

Areas of Expertise
  • Financial management and reporting

  • Revenue cycle optimization

  • Cost containment and process improvement

  • Regulatory compliance and risk management

  • Strategic planning and business analytics

  • Cross-functional team leadership and collaboration


Professional Impact
During her tenure as CFO, Amber has played a pivotal role in Deaconess Health System's consistent financial performance and operational excellence. She spearheaded the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, which has improved data integrity, streamlined workflows, and enhanced the organization's ability to make data-driven decisions. Amber has also led the successful integration of several acquired healthcare facilities, ensuring seamless financial integration and maintaining uninterrupted service delivery.

Conclusion
With her exceptional financial acumen, strategic mindset, and proven track record of driving sustainable growth, Amber Lipe is a valuable asset to the healthcare industry. In her current role as Chief Financial Officer at Deaconess Health System, she continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the organization's financial strategy and positioning it for long-term success.