Leah Singleton, CPA

Chief Financial Officer

Professional Overview
Leah Singleton is a seasoned financial executive with over 15 years of experience in the healthcare and public sectors. As the Chief Financial Officer of Mercy Urgent Care & Occupational Medicine, she oversees all financial operations, strategic planning, and business development initiatives. Leah also maintains a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) practice, providing specialized accounting and advisory services to clients across various industries.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Chief Financial Officer of Mercy Urgent Care & Occupational Medicine, Leah is responsible for leading the organization's financial strategy, reporting, and risk management. She has spearheaded several successful initiatives, including the implementation of a comprehensive financial management system and the optimization of cash flow and cost-control measures, resulting in a 20% improvement in profitability over the past two years.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Leah held various finance and accounting leadership positions, including Engagement Partner at Kaplan CFO Solutions, Accounting Manager at Oregon Health & Science University Foundation, and Assistant Chief Financial Officer at the City of Asheville. In these roles, she consistently demonstrated her ability to drive financial excellence, improve operational efficiency, and contribute to organizational growth and success.

Academic Background
Leah holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed additional training in strategic financial management and business transformation.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Accounting and reporting

• Cash flow management and optimization

• Financial risk assessment and mitigation

• Budgeting and forecasting

• Healthcare industry regulations and compliance

• Public sector financial management

Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Leah has been recognized for her ability to identify and implement strategic financial initiatives that drive operational and financial improvements. She has led several high-impact projects, including the successful integration of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system at the City of Asheville, which resulted in a 15% reduction in administrative costs.

Conclusion
With a proven track record of financial leadership and a deep understanding of the healthcare and public sectors, Leah Singleton is a valuable asset to any organization seeking to optimize its financial performance, enhance its strategic decision-making, and drive sustainable growth.