Corinda Pippins, CPA

Director of Finance, Sentara Healthcare

Professional Overview
Corinda Pippins is an accomplished finance professional with over 10 years of experience in the healthcare industry. As the Director of Finance at Sentara Healthcare, she oversees the organization's financial operations, drives strategic decision-making, and ensures compliance with industry regulations.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Director of Finance at Sentara Healthcare, Corinda is responsible for leading a team of finance professionals in managing the organization's financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes. She has played a pivotal role in implementing cost-saving initiatives that have optimized Sentara's financial performance, contributing to a 12% increase in operating margins over the past two years. Corinda's strategic financial guidance has been instrumental in supporting Sentara's growth and expansion efforts, including the successful integration of two acquired healthcare facilities.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Corinda held various finance-related positions at Sentara Healthcare, including Finance Manager and Corporate Finance Consultant. In these roles, she gained valuable experience in financial analysis, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration. Corinda's strong analytical skills and business acumen have enabled her to drive tangible improvements in the organization's financial operations and decision-making processes.

Academic Background
Corinda holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the University of Mary Washington, where she graduated with distinction. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Pharmacy from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Areas of Expertise

• Financial reporting and analysis

• Budgeting and forecasting

• Strategic financial planning

• Cost management and optimization

• Healthcare industry regulations and compliance

• Team leadership and organizational development

Professional Impact
During her tenure at Sentara Healthcare, Corinda has spearheaded several high-impact initiatives that have contributed to the organization's financial success. She played a key role in the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, which streamlined financial processes and improved data-driven decision-making. Corinda also led the development of a comprehensive financial dashboard that provides real-time insights to executive leadership, enabling more informed strategic decisions.

Conclusion
Corinda Pippins is a seasoned finance professional with a proven track record of driving financial excellence in the healthcare industry. Her strong analytical skills, strategic mindset, and collaborative approach have made her an invaluable asset to Sentara Healthcare. As she continues to excel in her role as Director of Finance, Corinda is poised to further contribute to the organization's financial well-being and strategic growth.