Kim Price, CPA
Assistant Chief Financial Officer - Budget & Financial Analysis
Professional Overview
Kim Price is an accomplished finance executive with over 15 years of experience driving strategic financial decision-making and operational excellence. As the Assistant Chief Financial Officer for Budget and Financial Analysis at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, she provides critical leadership in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting to support the organization's continued growth and success.
Experience Summary
Current Role
In her current role as Assistant CFO of Budget and Financial Analysis, Ms. Price is responsible for overseeing the Medical Center's $2 billion annual budget. She collaborates closely with departmental leaders to develop comprehensive financial plans, analyze performance trends, and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements. Under her guidance, the finance team has implemented advanced forecasting models and dashboards to enhance data-driven decision-making across the organization.
Ms. Price's strategic leadership has been instrumental in securing the Medical Center's strong financial position, enabling continued investment in cutting-edge medical technology and facilities. Through her proactive communication and collaborative approach, she has fostered a culture of financial transparency and accountability, ensuring alignment between operational objectives and the organization's long-term fiscal sustainability.
Career Progression
Prior to joining the University of Mississippi Medical Center, Ms. Price held progressive finance roles at leading healthcare systems in the Southeast, including serving as the Director of Financial Planning and Analysis at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. In these previous positions, she demonstrated a talent for optimizing financial processes, improving business intelligence, and developing high-performing teams.
Academic Background
Ms. Price holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from the University of Mississippi and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). She is an active member of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) and the Mississippi Society of CPAs, regularly contributing to industry discussions and best practice sharing.
Areas of Expertise
- Healthcare finance and accounting
- Budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
- Financial planning and analysis
- Process improvement and change management
- Team leadership and talent development
Professional Impact
Under Ms. Price's leadership, the University of Mississippi Medical Center has achieved significant financial milestones, including:
- Implemented a next-generation budgeting system that improved forecasting accuracy by 15% and reduced budgeting cycle time by 30%
- Spearheaded the development of a comprehensive financial dashboard that provides real-time visibility into key performance indicators, enabling more timely decision-making
- Restructured the finance team to enhance collaboration and accountability, leading to a 20% increase in employee engagement and a 12% reduction in turnover
Conclusion
With her exceptional technical expertise, strategic mindset, and proven track record of driving organizational transformation, Kim Price is poised to continue making a profound impact on the University of Mississippi Medical Center and the broader healthcare industry. Her steadfast commitment to financial excellence and operational efficiency make her an invaluable asset to the organization.
