Denna Stavig

Director of Finance

Professional Overview
Denna Stavig is an experienced finance and accounting professional with a proven track record of driving strategic financial initiatives and optimizing organizational performance. As the Director of Finance at Cordova Community Medical Center, she leverages her expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting to provide valuable insights that support the center's growth and sustainability.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Director of Finance at Cordova Community Medical Center, Denna is responsible for overseeing all financial operations and ensuring the organization's long-term financial health. In this role, she has implemented streamlined accounting processes, improved financial reporting, and played a pivotal role in securing critical funding to support the medical center's expansion and infrastructure upgrades. Denna's strategic leadership and data-driven decision-making have been instrumental in enhancing the center's financial performance and its ability to deliver high-quality healthcare services to the community.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Denna served as the Financial Controller at Cordova Community Medical Center, where she successfully managed the organization's accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, and payroll. Before that, she held the position of Human Resources Manager at the Native Village of Eyak, where she implemented talent management initiatives and fostered a positive workplace culture. Denna's diverse background also includes experience as a Staff Accountant at Prince William Sound Aquaculture Corporation and various roles in the retail industry, including Wine Manager, Supervisor, and Team Member at Total Wine & More.

Academic Background
Denna holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Alaska Anchorage, where she graduated with honors. Her specialized knowledge and expertise in finance and accounting have been instrumental in her professional success.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Budgeting and forecasting

• Financial reporting and compliance

• Process optimization and streamlining

• Strategic decision-making

• Talent management and HR best practices

Professional Impact
Denna's contributions have been recognized for their positive impact on the organizations she has served. At Cordova Community Medical Center, she played a crucial role in securing a $2.5 million grant to fund the renovation and expansion of the facility's emergency department, directly improving patient access to critical healthcare services. Additionally, Denna's implementation of improved financial reporting and forecasting practices has enabled the medical center to make more informed, data-driven decisions and enhance its overall financial resilience.

Conclusion
With her extensive experience in finance, accounting, and strategic leadership, Denna Stavig is a valuable asset to Cordova Community Medical Center. Her ability to drive financial optimization, foster organizational growth, and contribute to the delivery of high-quality healthcare services positions her as a trusted and respected finance professional in the industry.