Daniel Vona

Affiliate Manager of Finance

Syracuse, New York, United States

Professional Overview
Daniel Vona is an experienced finance professional with a strong background in hospital accounting and auditing. As the Affiliate Manager of Finance at Crouse Health, he leverages his expertise to oversee the organization's financial operations and drive strategic initiatives that enhance revenue and cost management.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Affiliate Manager of Finance at Crouse Health, Daniel is responsible for managing the financial affairs of the organization's affiliate entities. He oversees various financial processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, ensuring accurate and timely financial information for strategic decision-making. Daniel's leadership has been instrumental in implementing cost-saving measures and improving the financial performance of Crouse Health's affiliate organizations.

Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Daniel served as a Senior Hospital Accountant at Crouse Health, where he played a key role in streamlining financial processes and improving the accuracy of financial reporting. Before joining Crouse Health, he worked as a Senior Audit Associate at Fust Charles Chambers LLP, where he gained extensive experience in financial auditing, compliance, and risk management. Earlier in his career, Daniel worked as an Accountant at Polaris Library Systems, where he developed a strong foundation in financial accounting and analysis.

Academic Background
Daniel holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the State University of New York at Oswego. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has demonstrated a commitment to ongoing professional development, regularly attending industry-specific training and workshops.

Areas of Expertise

• Hospital and healthcare finance

• Financial reporting and analysis

• Budgeting and forecasting

• Cost management and optimization

• Audit and compliance

• Financial process improvement

• Strategic financial planning

Professional Impact
During his tenure at Crouse Health, Daniel has successfully implemented several initiatives that have had a measurable impact on the organization's financial performance. He spearheaded the implementation of a new budgeting software, which resulted in a 15% reduction in budgeting cycle time and improved forecasting accuracy. Additionally, Daniel's leadership in streamlining the accounts payable process has led to a 20% decrease in processing time, enhancing overall operational efficiency.

Conclusion
With over a decade of experience in the finance and accounting industry, Daniel Vona is a versatile and strategic finance professional. His deep understanding of hospital finance, coupled with his proven track record of driving operational improvements and enhancing financial performance, make him a valuable asset to Crouse Health. Daniel remains committed to continuing his professional growth and contributing to the ongoing success of the organization.