Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Elisha Jastram is an experienced finance professional with a strong background in strategic financial management, accounting, and research finance. As the Director of Finance at Midlands Choice, Elisha leverages his expertise to drive financial strategy, ensure operational efficiency, and support the organization's growth and success.
Experience Summary
Current Role
Elisha has been serving as the Director of Finance at Midlands Choice since October 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and financial reporting. Elisha works closely with the executive team to align financial strategy with the organization's overall business objectives, ensuring the efficient allocation of resources and the effective management of financial risks.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Elisha held several finance-related positions, including Accounting Controller at Encompass Health, Key Financial Strategist at RMS Roller Grinder, and various roles at Sanford Health, where he progressed from Financial Analyst/Supervisor to Director of Research Finance. Throughout his career, Elisha has demonstrated a strong ability to analyze financial data, develop strategic financial plans, and implement process improvements to enhance organizational performance.
Academic Background
Elisha holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from the University of South Dakota, where he graduated with honors. He is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), further strengthening his technical expertise in financial management and reporting.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial strategy and planning
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Accounting and internal controls
- Research finance and grant management
- Process optimization and streamlining
- Collaborative leadership and team management
Professional Impact
During his tenure at Encompass Health, Elisha played a key role in the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, which resulted in improved financial data integrity and enhanced reporting capabilities. At Sanford Health, he spearheaded the development of a centralized research finance function, improving the alignment of financial processes with the organization's research initiatives and securing additional grant funding.
Conclusion
With his comprehensive finance expertise, strategic mindset, and proven track record of driving organizational success, Elisha Jastram is well-equipped to excel in his role as the Director of Finance at Midlands Choice. He is committed to leveraging his financial acumen to support the company's growth, enhance operational efficiency, and contribute to its long-term prosperity.
