Kimberly Lingle
SIMS Director of Finance
Professional Overview
Kimberly Lingle is an accomplished finance professional with over a decade of experience in the healthcare industry. As the SIMS Director of Finance at Southern Illinois Healthcare, she oversees the organization's financial operations, ensuring strategic alignment and optimal resource allocation to support the delivery of high-quality patient care.
Experience Summary
Current Role
Kimberly has served as the SIMS Director of Finance at Southern Illinois Healthcare since November 2011. In this role, she is responsible for managing the organization's financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes. She works closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement financial strategies that drive organizational growth and efficiency. Under her leadership, the finance department has consistently met or exceeded key performance indicators, contributing to the overall financial stability and success of the healthcare system.
Career Progression
Prior to her current position, Kimberly held various finance-related roles within the healthcare industry, including financial analyst and senior accountant positions. Her breadth of experience and deep understanding of the healthcare landscape have been invaluable in her current role, enabling her to make data-driven decisions and effectively navigate the complexities of the industry.
Academic Background
Kimberly holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Southern Illinois University Carbondale. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed additional training in financial management and healthcare finance, further enhancing her expertise in the field.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Strategic financial planning
- Healthcare finance and reimbursement
- Process improvement and optimization
- Team leadership and collaboration
Professional Impact
Under Kimberly's leadership, the finance department at Southern Illinois Healthcare has consistently exceeded financial targets and implemented initiatives that have improved the organization's overall financial performance. She has played a pivotal role in securing funding for critical infrastructure upgrades and has been instrumental in the successful implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, streamlining financial operations and enhancing data-driven decision-making.
Conclusion
Kimberly Lingle is a seasoned finance professional with a proven track record of driving financial excellence in the healthcare industry. Her deep understanding of the sector, coupled with her strong leadership and analytical skills, make her a valuable asset to Southern Illinois Healthcare. As she continues to guide the organization's financial strategies, Kimberly remains committed to delivering sustainable growth and ensuring the efficient use of resources to support the delivery of exceptional patient care.
