Bethany McVay is an accomplished finance professional with over 15 years of experience in the healthcare and financial services industries. As the Director of Finance at Plum Dental, she is responsible for overseeing all financial operations, driving strategic financial planning, and ensuring the company's long-term financial stability and growth.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Director of Finance at Plum Dental, Bethany is responsible for managing the company's financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analytics. She has played a key role in implementing efficient financial processes, improving cash flow management, and identifying cost-saving opportunities to support Plum Dental's expansion and profitability.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Bethany held several senior accounting and finance positions at industry-leading organizations. As the Sr. Manager Accounting at Fidelity Investments, she spearheaded the implementation of a new accounting software system, which streamlined financial reporting and improved data accuracy. During her tenure as the Director of Accounting at CharterCARE Health Partners, Bethany led a team of 12 accountants and was instrumental in enhancing the organization's financial controls and compliance practices.
Academic Background
Bethany holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Rhode Island, where she graduated magna cum laude. She is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed additional coursework in strategic financial management and data analytics.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial planning and analysis
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Accounting process optimization
- Financial reporting and compliance
- Healthcare industry financial management
- Financial software implementation and integration
Professional Impact
At Plum Dental, Bethany has played a pivotal role in improving the company's financial performance. She successfully spearheaded the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, which has enhanced data accuracy, streamlined financial reporting, and enabled more informed decision-making. Under her leadership, Plum Dental has achieved a 12% increase in profitability and a 20% reduction in operating expenses.
Conclusion
With her extensive experience, strong financial acumen, and proven track record of driving organizational growth, Bethany McVay is a valuable asset to Plum Dental. She is committed to leveraging her expertise to support the company's continued success and contribute to its long-term financial sustainability.
