Brandy Kendall

Director of Finance

Professional Overview
Brandy Kendall is an accomplished finance executive with over 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry. As the Director of Finance at MaineHealth, she is responsible for overseeing the organization's financial operations, driving strategic financial planning, and ensuring fiscal accountability across the entire enterprise.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In her current role as Director of Finance at MaineHealth, Brandy leads a team of finance professionals in managing the organization's budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and risk management functions. Under her leadership, MaineHealth has achieved significant cost savings and efficiency improvements, contributing to the organization's overall financial stability and growth.

Career Progression
Prior to joining MaineHealth, Brandy held various finance leadership positions at InterMed, P.A., where she progressed from a Financial Analyst to the Chief Financial Officer over the course of 20 years. During her tenure, she played a pivotal role in streamlining financial processes, implementing robust internal controls, and securing strategic investments to support the organization's expansion and diversification initiatives.

Academic Background
Brandy holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Maine and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). She has also completed advanced finance and leadership training programs, further enhancing her expertise and strategic decision-making capabilities.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Budget management and cost control

• Financial reporting and compliance

• Resource allocation and investment strategy

• Cross-functional collaboration and team leadership

Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Brandy has consistently demonstrated her ability to drive financial excellence and operational efficiency. As the Director of Finance at MaineHealth, she has spearheaded the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, resulting in improved data accuracy, streamlined workflows, and enhanced decision-making capabilities. Under her leadership, the finance team has also played a critical role in securing grant funding and securing strategic partnerships to support the organization's growth initiatives.

Conclusion
With her deep industry expertise, strategic mindset, and proven track record of financial management, Brandy Kendall is a valuable asset to MaineHealth. Her commitment to driving financial performance and operational efficiency, combined with her collaborative leadership style, positions her as a trusted advisor and influential contributor to the organization's continued success.