Professional Overview
Latrice Darrell is a seasoned financial operations executive with over 30 years of experience driving strategic initiatives and leading high-performing teams in the financial technology and banking industries. As the Senior Director of Financial Operations [AP Payroll & Procurement] at Phreesia, she oversees critical finance functions, including accounts payable, payroll, and procurement, to optimize organizational efficiency and ensure financial integrity.
Experience Summary
Current Role
In her current role at Phreesia, Latrice is responsible for managing the company's global payments, accounts payable, and procurement operations. She leads a team of 25 finance professionals and has implemented innovative process improvements that have enhanced productivity, reduced costs, and strengthened internal controls. Latrice's strategic vision and hands-on leadership have been instrumental in supporting Phreesia's rapid growth and expansion into new markets.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Phreesia, Latrice held progressive leadership positions at Medidata Solutions, where she served as the Senior Director of Global Payments [AP & Payroll] and Director of Global Payments [AP & Payroll]. In these roles, she spearheaded the centralization and automation of the company's payments operations, resulting in significant cost savings and improved operational efficiency. Earlier in her career, Latrice held Accounts Payable and Billing leadership roles at NYSE Euronext and YAI, where she demonstrated her expertise in optimizing financial processes and driving process improvements.
Academic Background
Latrice holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from New York University. She has continuously invested in her professional development, completing various finance and leadership certifications throughout her career.
Areas of Expertise
- Accounts Payable and Payroll Management
- Procurement and Vendor Management
- Financial Process Optimization and Automation
- Global Payments and Treasury Operations
- Financial Reporting and Compliance
- Team Leadership and Talent Development
Professional Impact
At Medidata Solutions, Latrice led the implementation of a centralized payments hub, which streamlined the company's global payments processes and reduced processing costs by 25%. She has also played a pivotal role in enhancing internal controls and driving process improvements that have strengthened financial reporting and compliance across the organizations she has served.
Conclusion
With her extensive experience, strategic mindset, and proven track record of driving operational excellence, Latrice Darrell is a valuable asset to Phreesia's finance team. She is dedicated to continually evolving finance operations to support the company's growth and maintain its position as a leading provider of healthcare technology solutions.
